Epiphone SG Standard Cherry (946)

Name: Epiphone SG Standard Cherry | Moore Guitars
SKU: 553595-3
Price: 599.00 USD
Availability: InStock

A rock and roll classic reborn, packing authentic SG bite, effortless playability, and timeless style.

$599.00

Same price at every authorized dealer. The difference is what comes with it.

SKU: 553595-3

Serial: 26041521946

Weight: 7lbs 4oz/7.3lbs

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Quick Specs

Mahogany Body | Gloss Cherry
SlimTaper C Neck | Rosewood (12.0")
Epiphone ProBucker 2 & 3 Humbuckers
24.75" Scale Length | 22 Medium Jumbo Frets
Grover Rotomatic Tuners | CTS Potentiometers

Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup Included

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

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Product Description

The Real Deal SG Vibe

This isn’t just a copy; it’s a straight-up rock and roll machine built with the soul of a legend. The Epiphone SG Standard delivers that iconic, devil-horned style and searing tone that has powered decades of music. From the solid mahogany body to the glued-in mahogany neck, this guitar is built for resonance and sustain that you can feel in your chest. The gloss Cherry finish looks absolutely classic, practically begging you to plug in and let it rip.

Historic Tone, Modern Power

At the heart of this beast is a set of Epiphone’s ProBucker pickups. The ProBucker 2 in the neck offers warm, vocal-like tones perfect for soulful leads or rich, clean chords. Flip to the ProBucker 3 in the bridge, and you unleash a hotter, more aggressive voice with incredible bite and harmonic complexity. Wired up with CTS potentiometers, the controls are responsive and nuanced, letting you dial in everything from glassy cleans to full-throttle crunch with precision.

Effortless Playability

The neck is where you connect with the music, and this SG doesn’t disappoint. The SlimTaper C profile feels comfortable and fast, ideal for both chording and blistering solos. Paired with a 12-inch radius rosewood fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets, string bending is a breeze and complex passages feel fluid under your fingers. Details like the Graph Tech nut and Grover Rotomatic tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability, so you can play with confidence all night long.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Classic Rock • Hard Rock • Blues • Alternative

Tone

The ProBucker 3 bridge pickup delivers a hot, punchy tone with plenty of top-end grit and midrange cut.
In the neck position, the ProBucker 2 offers a warmer, smoother voice that's articulate and soulful.
The middle position provides a balanced, open sound, blending the bridge's attack with the neck's warmth.
Responds beautifully to your pick attack, cleaning up nicely when you roll back the volume.

Playing Feel

Lightweight and well-balanced, the classic SG shape is comfortable for hours of playing, standing or sitting.
The SlimTaper C neck profile is fast and comfortable, providing easy access to all 22 frets.
The guitar feels alive in your hands, with a snappy response and excellent sustain from the set-neck construction.
A true player's instrument, built for long gigs and marathon studio sessions without causing fatigue.

Versatility

Excels at everything from clean, jangly pop to saturated, high-gain rock and metal.
Takes pedals like a champ, providing a fantastic platform for your favorite fuzz, overdrive, and delay effects.
In the studio, its focused midrange sits perfectly in a dense mix, making it easy to record.
Cuts through with authority on a live stage, ensuring your playing is always heard.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

Type	Solid Body Electric
Wood	Mahogany
Finish	Gloss
Color	Cherry

Neck Specs

Wood	Mahogany
Profile	SlimTaper C
Construction	Set Neck
Finish	Gloss

Fingerboard Specs

Material	Rosewood
Radius	12.0"
Frets	22 Medium Jumbo
Inlays	Pearloid Trapezoid
Nut	Graph Tech, 1.69"

Electronics Specs

Bridge Pickup	Epiphone ProBucker 3 Humbucker
Neck Pickup	Epiphone ProBucker 2 Humbucker
Controls	2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS Potentiometers
Switch	3-Way Toggle

Hardware Specs

Bridge	LockTone Tune-O-Matic w/ Stop Bar Tailpiece
Tuners	Grover Rotomatic
Hardware Finish	Nickel

Measurements

Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.69"

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

They get you remarkably close to that classic PAF tone. ProBuckers are designed to capture the airy top end and rich harmonics of vintage humbuckers. The ProBucker 3 in the bridge is a bit hotter for more aggressive tones, while the ProBucker 2 in the neck is smooth and articulate. They deliver a fantastic vintage-inspired voice.

It’s all about that classic Gibson-inspired aesthetic. The Kalamazoo headstock is a nod to the golden era of guitar building, giving this Epiphone a more historically accurate and premium look. It’s a detail that fellow guitar nerds will definitely appreciate.

Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.

This guitar is covered by our 14-Day Return Policy. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.

Orders ship same day in most cases and arrive within 1-4 business days with free, insured shipping. We’ll get it into your hands as quickly as we can.

Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.

Player-Perfect™ Setups

Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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