Vintage Vibe, Modern Playability
There’s something special about a guitar from the 90s, and this 1996 Epiphone Sorrento is a prime example. Built when Epiphone’s Korean craftsmanship was hitting a high point, this fully hollow body archtop delivers authentic vintage tone that you can feel as much as you hear. The laminated maple body offers a bright, articulate acoustic resonance that translates beautifully when plugged in, giving chords a wonderful bloom and single notes a woody, expressive character. The Sunrise Orange finish is pure class, making this a guitar that looks every bit as good as it sounds.
Raw and Rowdy P-90 Power
This Sorrento is loaded with a pair of dog-ear P-90 pickups, and they deliver all the grit, grind, and glassy highs that these legendary single-coils are known for. The bridge pickup has a ton of bite and midrange punch that’s perfect for driving an amp into sweet overdrive, while the neck pickup is warm, round, and ideal for smooth jazz lines or fat, bluesy rhythm. In the middle position, you get a beautiful, open-sounding chime that’s incredibly versatile. These aren’t polite, quiet pickups; they’re dynamic, responsive, and full of attitude.
Effortless Playability
The mahogany set neck and rosewood fingerboard feel comfortable and familiar, inviting long playing sessions. The single Florentine cutaway provides excellent access to the upper frets, so you can really dig in for solos. Paired with a classic Tune-o-matic style bridge and trapeze tailpiece, this guitar offers solid tuning stability and a slinky, responsive feel. It’s a fantastic platform for everything from complex jazz chords to raw, rock-and-roll riffing.
