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Epiphone B.B. King Signature "Lucille" Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Ebony

Featuring Alnico Classic PRO Humbuckers, 6-Position 'Varitone' Switch & Mono/Stereo Outputs

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Includes EpiLite Case!

SKU: IGBBKEBGH3

Product Description

The Epiphone "Lucille" is based on the famously-named Gibson ES guitars that blues legend B.B. King used over several decades. It's classy gloss Ebony finish, gold hardware, pearloid block inlays and bound tortoise pickguard make it instantly recognisable, and there are plenty of unique custom features that set it apart from a stock Epiphone ES-335 semi-hollow model.

Boasting a LockTone bridge, TP-6 tailpiece with fine tuners, a semi-hollow body without f-holes (in order to reduce feedback), a six-position 'Varitone' switch and stereo/mono output jacks for maximum flexibility — it's a lot of guitar for the money!

Key Features

  • Semi-Hollow Body — Yields an open and airy tone, enhanced by the bright-sounding layered Maple tonewoods.
  • Rounded "C" Neck — Old-school profile delivers a "time capsule" feel that'll strongly appeal to traditionalists.
  • Ebony Fingerboard — Smooth and silky material, featuring a comfortable 12" radius and 22 frets.
  • Medium Jumbo Frets — Offer a controllable feel for wide vibrato and pitch-perfect string bends.
  • Graph Tech Nut — Low-friction material minimises unwanted tuning slips.
  • LockTone Bridge — Locking design holds down the strings for hassle-free restringing, and contributes to the impressive sustain of the instrument.
  • TP-6 Tailpiece — Features fine tuners that allow you to make precise pitch adjustments on the fly.
  • Grover Rotomatic Tuners — High-quality design ensures years of reliable use.
  • Epiphone Alnico Classic PRO Humbuckers — Acclaimed pickups; project powerful output and possess a rich, dynamic character.
  • CTS Potentiometers — Enable smooth control over individual pickup volume and tone.
  • Stereo & Mono Output Jacks — Stereo jack allows you to route the guitar through two amplifiers.
  • Included EpiLite Case — Perfectly protects Lucille against knocks on the road!

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Specifications

Body

  • Body Shape: ES-335
  • Body Material: 5-Ply Layered Maple
  • Bracing: Spruce
  • Centerblock: Maple
  • Binding: Multi-Ply Top, Back & Headstock, Single-Ply Neck
  • Finish: Gloss

Neck

  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Profile: Rounded C
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12"
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech
  • Nut Width: 1.693"
  • Inlays: Pearloid Blocks
  • Joint: Glued-In, Set Neck

Hardware

  • Hardware Finish: Gold
  • Bridge: Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: TP-6 Stop Bar with Fine Tuners
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic with Keystone Buttons
  • Pickguard: 5-Ply Bound Tortoise
  • Truss Rod Cover: Brass Bell, Engraved "B.B. King"
  • Control Knobs: Black Speed Knobs, Black Chicken Head Varitone Knob

Electronics

  • Bridge Pickup: Alnico Classic PRO Humbucker
  • Neck Pickup: Alnico Classic PRO Humbucker
  • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS Potentiometers, 6-Position Varitone Switch
  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle
  • Output Jacks: Epiphone 1/4" Mono & Epiphone 1/4" Stereo

Miscellaneous

  • Strings Gauge: 10-46
  • Case: EpiLite Case Included
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Customer Reviews

4.9

13 reviews

Value

Looks

Durability

Sound

Mr Diego de OIiveira6th May 2023

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

Mr Stephen Atherton27th Apr 2023

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

Mr paul stevenson18th Apr 2023

Fantastic addition to my collection

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

Mr gary mahan4th Apr 2023

Although this sounds excellent I changed to a les paul as is smaller an suits me better

Value 5Looks 5Sound 5

N john Neofitou3rd Apr 2023

Mr Malcolm Cooke29th Mar 2023

It works for me fits my hand looks good and plays well.The sound is good but it will take me months to get what there is available as with any good guitar.

Value 4Looks 5Durability 4Sound 5

Mr P Miers27th Mar 2023

I'm a big BB King fan so had to have a Lucille but also had never owned a semi. For the money its a steal! Not too sure about the durability yet as its early days but I doubt it will be an issue.

Value 5Looks 5Durability 4Sound 4

Mr Chris A.21st Mar 2023

Epiphone makes great guitars, and not just "for the price". Stunning looks, and after a quick setup it plays and sounds beautifully. Very happy with Lucille!

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

Trusted Customer18th Mar 2023

Value 5Looks 5Sound 4

Mr Thomas Hamilton17th Mar 2023

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

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