The Gibson DNA, The Epiphone Price Point
Let’s be clear: Epiphone is Gibson’s rebellious younger sibling, not a distant cousin. For over 60 years, they have been owned by Gibson and are the only company on earth with the license to build 100% authentic versions of their timeless designs. We’re talking the correct headstock shapes, the exact body contours, and pickups voiced to capture that hallowed tone. It’s not about compromise; it’s about access to the sound you’ve heard on countless records.
The Icons: An Epiphone for Every Player
The Epiphone lineup is a murderer’s row of rock and roll history. Whether you’re chasing the tone of a specific hero or forging your own, the journey starts here.
The Les Paul: The Rock & Roll Standard
This is the big one. The thick, powerful sustain and snarling humbucker tone of the Les Paul defined the sound of rock. From the elegant tuxedo look of a Les Paul Custom to the stripped-down aggression of a Junior or the figured-top beauty of a Standard ’50s or ’60s model, Epiphone nails the formula. This is the heavyweight champion of tone.
The SG: The Lean, Mean Rebel
Fast, furious, and effortlessly cool. The SG (Solid Guitar) was Gibson’s answer to a new decade, with a lightweight, thin body and devil horns that gave players unfettered access to the upper frets. It’s a lean, mean, rock-and-roll machine with a midrange bark that has powered everything from classic rock to punk and metal.
The ES & Semi-Hollows: The Sophisticated Voice
Looking for that woody, airy tone that sits perfectly between a solid-body’s punch and a hollow-body’s bloom? The semi-hollow ES-335 is the undisputed master. Prized by blues, jazz, and rock players, its warmth and complexity are legendary. Epiphone’s lineup, including the fan-favorite Sheraton, beautifully captures that sophisticated, three-dimensional sound.
The Casino: The Beatle-Maker
The Casino stands apart. While it may look like an ES-335, it is a true hollow-body guitar, and that changes everything. Famously used by The Beatles, this P-90 equipped legend has an acoustic-like chime that can bark with a ferocious midrange bite when pushed. It’s a uniquely dynamic and responsive guitar with a vibe all its own.
Why an Epiphone from Moore Guitars?
We don’t just move boxes. We’re players and tone-chasers, and we cherry-pick the Epiphone models that truly deliver. We seek out the ones that feel right, that sound great unplugged, and that punch way above their weight class. An Epiphone isn’t just a “starter” guitar; it’s a lifer. We’ll help you find the one that will see you through countless gigs, rehearsals, and writing sessions.