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The Epiphone SG Special

The Epiphone SG Special

Epiphone

Description

Epiphone's Ltd. Ed. SG-Special-I is a great way for new players to get started on electric guitar at a price anyone can afford. The SG-Special-1 has the same classic "SG" tone, look and feel that’s gone virtually unchanged for over 50 years and players from all genres around the world recognize the "SG" as one of the best and most distinctive electric guitars ever made. But seasoned pros will also love the Ltd. Ed. SG Special-1 for its powerful ceramic open-coil humbuckers and smooth, easy-to-play mahogany SlimTaper neck. Plus, the Ltd. Ed. SG-Special-1 comes in three beautiful classic color finishes, Cherry, Ebony, and Pelham Blue.

The limited-edition SG Special-1 joins the fan-favorite Special-1 Series designed to bring superior sound and historic Epiphone-style to players just starting out, as well as to veterans who want a "workhorse" guitar to take on the road that’s lightweight but makes no compromise in electronics and hardware.
 
The "SG" profile is one of the most recognized in rock and roll. First introduced in the early 1960s, "SG" guitars have been the driving force behind heavy metal, hard rock, jam bands and British rock. And now with the Ltd. Ed. SG-Special-I, Epiphone fans around the world can enjoy owning and playing a real Epiphone "SG" at a great price. 
 
The Ltd. Ed. SG Special-1 has a mahogany body cut to the historic SG profile and a bolt-on mahogany neck featuring the same SlimTaper profile enjoyed by owners of iconic Epiphones like the Les Paul Standard and the Casino. The mahogany neck's fingerboard has 22 easy-to-press medium-jumbo frets with pearloid dot inlays, just like vintage SGs. Even though new players might favor the Ltd. Ed. SG Special-1, this SG boasts many of the same specifications found on all SGs, including a 1.68" nut and 24.75" scale length.
 
This Ltd. Ed. SG Special-1 is powered by an Epiphone Ceramic 700TTM open-coil humbucker in the bridge or lead position and an Epiphone Ceramic 650RTM open-coil humbucker in the neck or rhythm position. Ceramic pickups have been a favorite of hard rock and metal players for decades. Ceramic magnets became more readily available in the late '60s and early '70s just as guitar players were incorporating overdrive and distortion into their sound. Ceramic pickups have a sharp, articulate and saturated tone that’s a perfect compliment to the SG Special-1's mahogany body. Pickup selection is made via a standard 3-way pickup selector, and controls include Master Volume and Master Tone, both with classic Black "Speed" knobs. 
 
The Ltd. Ed. SG-Special I has Epiphone’s world-renown rock-solid hardware, including a heavy-duty 1/4" jack, easy-turning machine heads with a pro 15:1 tuning ratio, and a classic wrap-around bridge and tailpiece compensated for reliable intonation. 
Epiphone Limited-Edition SG Special-I Electric Guitar Pelham Blue
Epiphone Limited-Edition SG Special-I Electric Guitar Pelham Blue
Epiphone Limited-Edition SG Special-I Electric Guitar Pelham Blue

Features

Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solidbody
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: '60s SlimTaper D
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
  • Material: Other
  • Radius: 12" 
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width: 1.68" (42.67 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: 650R
  • Middle: Not applicable
  • Bridge: 700T
  • Brand: Epiphone
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics: None
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Wraparound
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Deluxe sealed
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Body finish
  • Case: Sold separately, limited edition
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: China

Reviews

4.25

108 Reviews

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

An Exceptional Value!

A long time ago I had a "1964" Gibson SG. I had to sell it In the early 90's. I always Wanted Another SG. But After having the real deal I just could not be satisfied with a lesser version or so I thought at that time,and could not afford to get one like I had again So I just went on for years Wanting one..Well I finally had things going good and could finally indulge my desires for that SG feel again. I went to GC after several other shops and several other SG's. I had Intended on spending a very large sum of Money on the Expensive big Brother of this. I had tried out 3 that all cost more then my first car did by a long shot.. I heard a 17 yr old kid playing one of these and said "HUH?" Wait a Minute. Now seriously this is their Bottom dollar version It can't compare to the Real Deal! Um 3 Chords into my test run I was In love!And when I walked out the door with one brand new for like 10% of what I intended on spending I was Ecstatic! This Guitar Looks,feels, And Sounds Enough like my old one that I am Gonna buy the other two colors available and just smile every time I play One. This just might be THE Best value on the Wall in My Opinion...

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Buyers Remorse

I'm just starting to play six strings again after about ten years of working to hard. I no longer had a solid body electric so I purchased this one. I wish I'd bought something a little nicer or at least bought something dinged up off the wrack. It's got problems. Loose tuners and some serious fitting problems. It's a shame because the finish is nice and I love the way the neck feels. I've had it a week. It's hardly been played and I've babied it the whole time. The bridge pickup isn't level and I couldn't adjust it to make it right. The back strap lug is counter sunk and twisted just from hanging on a strap as I've never set it on the floor or dropped it. And the nut is glued in slightly askew. It's buzzy at the first two frets too.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing51
  2. Jamming46
  3. Small Venues16
  4. Recording13
  5. School Bands9
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz16
  2. Craftsmanship13
  3. Poor Pick Up9
  4. Flat Sound5
  5. Loose 3 way switch, bad tunners1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced32
  2. Novice30
  3. Child2
  4. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Fun To Play55
  2. Good Feel52
  3. Good Tone43
  4. Good Pick Up34
  5. Solid Electronics30
  • Amazing starter guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byRobert

    fromKansas City, MO

    I love this as a starter guitar cause it has good sound quality and it's cheap for just starting off, i recommend this guitar 10/10

  • Nice Guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byJim

    fromJoliet Illinois

    Like the sound no fret buzz on any strings love the flat black, decent guitar not heavy. Just terrible tunners.

  • Very impressive

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byKenneth

    fromKnoxville, Tn

    I decided based on the sell price I'd add this to my collection. I've been playing for 54 years and have owned many quality guitars.. I now play nothing but Epi's. Didn't know what to anticipate with this guitar. All I can say is it was literally flawless. I didn't have to do anything to this guitar. The set-up was spot on and Epi went above and beyond their call of duty. I am highly impressed and can say nothing derogatory about this guitar. I will eventually change out the nut and tuners but why fix it when it ain't broke. This is a lot of guitar for the money. I'm deeply impressed

  • Awesome

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJeff

    fromRochester, nyJeff

    Love it

  • Just bad out of box

    1

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohnny

    fromCleveland

    Cracked neck out of a Squier box. Returning for something better.

  • I love my new guitar!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMark

    fromLithia Springs, GA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    It is so beautiful and the design is flawless! When I opened it for Christmas I was so pleased and happy with the look, sound, and everything about it. There wasn't a scratch on it and I couldn't have asked for better!

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked bySteve

    fromPalm springs

    Is this available in left hand orientation?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked bySam I Am

    fromBloomington, MN

    What is the scale length of the guitar and how many frets does it have?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Scale length: 24.75". Number of frets: 22.
  • asked byOwen

    fromDetroit mi

    How long is the guitar

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Epiphone Limited-Edition SG is about 39"
  • asked byGeorge

    fromWalton Ky.

    What is weight of limited edition special-1. It says made from mahogany.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. This will be approximately 8.5 lbs.
  • asked byNone

    fromLogansport, La.

    So sorry to bother you again but one more question about this Epiphone guitar! Can you tell me what the neck radius is in inches? If like an old Gibson SG Standard I once owned I know it is a few inches bigger (fatter) than a Fender Tele I once also owned but I would like to know for sure! The Gibson was a much more comfortable fit than the Tele for my fairly big hands! Thank you!

    Open Reply - Thomas
    SlimTaper™ D Scale Length 577.34 mm / 22.729 in Fingerboard Material Indian Laurel Fingerboard Radius 304.8 mm / 12 in Fret Count 22 Frets Medium Jumbo Nut Material White Plastic Nut Width 41 mm / 1.614 in
  • asked byNone

    fromLogansport, La.

    @ actually. #1 What is the country of origin? and #2 Dimension of neck "width" in inches?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Made in Indonesia Neck shape: '60s SlimTaper D
  • asked byDoug

    fromNevada

    Epiphone limited edition sg special solid mahogany body, Cherry : Is the body one continuous piece of wood or separate sections of wood that are glued together?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It's 1 solid piece of wood for the body.
  • asked byE

    fromundisclosed

    What kind/gauge stings are used with this guitar?

    Open Reply -
    Strings are D'Addario® 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46