Epiphone ES339

[Spudman]

I think I could get into one of these. Specs and features
I guess they were just released in December

 

[Tig]

I like the smaller body these have. I'll need to check them out in person. I've been wanting an Epiphone price level semi-hollow, but haven't bonded with the past Epiphone Dot's, etc.

I'm GASing for something with TV Jones type pickups, like a Gretsch or Reverend, so I can hold off on the semi Epiphones (I hope!).

 

[sunvalleylaw]

My Hag has it covered. So does yours homey. oke

 

[markb]

Want one :drool

 

[riverrick]

Just got a Epi dot Royale. My 1st Epi....very impressed with the quality of this guitar especially for the price. GO FOR IT!!!

 

[Bookkeeper's Son]

It's a bummer that Epiphone decided to price the 339 so obviously higher than the Dot. Not that it'll stop anybody from buying one, but we all know that one costs no more than the other to make.

 

[Spudman]

My Hag has it covered. So does yours homey. oke

You didn't read the specs then. Smaller body and coil tapped humbucking pickups. I do like my Viking but it's a really large body compared to what I'm used to. I wont part with the Viking, but if these check out to be as cool as they should I certainly wouldn't mind having one.

 

[sunvalleylaw]

I did read the specs. A smaller body was not different enough for me. Coil taps could be cool I guess, but still not enough. You, however, may need to still further diversify your quiver!

 

[Tig]

I did read the specs. A smaller body was not different enough for me. Coil taps could be cool I guess, but still not enough. You, however, may need to still further diversify your quiver!

Like Spud needs any excuse... In fact, the only mystery left is which color he'll choose! :notme

 

[tjcurtin1]

I like the smaller body these have. I'll need to check them out in person. I've been wanting an Epiphone price level semi-hollow, but haven't bonded with the past Epiphone Dot's, etc.

I'm GASing for something with TV Jones type pickups, like a Gretsch or Reverend, so I can hold off on the semi Epiphones (I hope!).

Tig - This is the Epi that caught my eye recently - also just came out recently, I think... Might this fit the bill? It has a lot of pickup selection options/combinations - humbucker or single coil splits...

http://www.epiphone.com/News-Features/News/2009/Swing-Like-a-Pro-with-the-NEW-Epiphone-Swingster-.aspx

 

[Tig]

Tig - This is the Epi that caught my eye recently - also just came out recently, I think... Might this fit the bill? It has a lot of pickup selection options/combinations - humbucker or single coil splits...

Yep, the Swingster is really cool! :drool The first run had quality issues reported, but I believe that has changed since.

For the same price range I'll be looking at a Reverend with Revtron pickups. The quality of craftsmanship and electronic gives Reverend an edge.

The new Flatroc 15th Anniversary:

And to Sensei RT

 

[otaypanky]

I saw a friend of mine tonight out at our weekly jam and he had one of the Epi 339's in red. His wife got it for him for Christmas.

 

[sunvalleylaw]

How was it?

 

[Smooth Control]

I have had Epiphones before and always liked them. When I saw the 339 PRO I decided I really would like to get one. Its on back-order so I will have to wait awhile. Oh and I found it online for $399 no tax or shipping so I pulled the trigger.

 

[Spudman]

I have had Epiphones before and always liked them. When I saw the 339 PRO I decided I really would like to get one. Its on back-order so I will have to wait awhile. Oh and I found it online for $399 no tax or shipping so I pulled the trigger.

Sweet! Do give us the rundown when you finally get it.

 

[otaypanky]

How was it?

I noodled around unplugged for a minute or two and it felt great. Looked real nice too. When he played it through an amp at the jam it didn't sound very impressive but I chalked that up to it being new. I think it takes a little time, some adjustment of pick up height, learning how to EQ your amp to get the best out of an unfamiliar guitar, etc. He's a good player and I have no doubt that once he gets it dialed in the guitar could put a big smile on your face

 

[guitarhack]

I have an Ibanez AM73, a smaller version of the AS series, which is very comfortable to play and sounds great.

 

[Smooth Control]

Sweet! Do give us the rundown when you finally get it.

Hey I'll be happy to post up my thoughts on the 339 when it gets in Spudman. I just hope the wife ain't around when the FedEx truck rolls up!

 

[Smooth Control]

Yep, the Swingster is really cool! :drool The first run had quality issues reported, but I believe that has changed since.

For the same price range I'll be looking at a Reverend with Revtron pickups. The quality of craftsmanship and electronic gives Reverend an edge.

The new Flatroc 15th Anniversary:

And to Sensei RT

Tig, I am a big fan of Reverend Guitars. I snagged a Red Jetstream (P90 pups) off ebay. Its a killer and I love the bass rolloff knob.

 

[Tig]

Hey I'll be happy to post up my thoughts on the 339 when it gets in Spudman. I just hope the wife ain't around when the FedEx truck rolls up!

 

[Ch0jin]

Those Reverends look amazing!

Small(er) bodied hollows are wicked though! As most of you know, my Maton BB1200 is in that category, with a body the same size as a LP style guitar. I LOVE it

 

[Spudman]

Hey I'll be happy to post up my thoughts on the 339 when it gets in Spudman. I just hope the wife ain't around when the FedEx truck rolls up!

That's why you either hold it at the depot for pick up or have it delivered to a friend's house. :notme (um, that's what I've been told)

 

[otaypanky]

Guitar shops should have a divorce attorney on retainer and on duty on the sales floor offering free legal advice and tips on how to pull off stuff like this without serious financial or physical consequences. unch:

I am so blessed my wife approves of and even encourages my addiction

 

[Katastrophe]

I am so blessed my wife approves of and even encourages my addiction

Yes, my friend, you are!

 

[kidsmoke]

yep, "335's" are huge. I really like the 339 idea. I inappropriately fondled a flamed Gibson version at my local guitar/pawn/relationship dischord purveyor, and found it pretty damn near perfect. If I could find a way, I'd opt for the Heritage version......They call this a "Prospect" Slightly different shape than a 339, but the same idea. This one is a custom build, which nearly all Heritages are. This would be the only type of guitar I'd trade my 535 for.

 

[Robert]

Resurrecting an old thread... but I just tried the Epi 339 Pro tonight, and I started feeling gassy...

It's very small, which I like. I have the Hagstrom Viking, but it's a big. I may buy this one I saw in the local store, good price ($410 CAD) and it felt very good to play. We'll see...

 

[Robert]

I could not help myself, so now I have a Hagstrom Viking and an Epiphone ES-339 PRO.

I dig it.

The pickups seem good, but I may switch them our just to see what happens. I think like the bridge pickup better than the neck pickup.

The size is great! The Viking feels big sometimes.

It's easy to play, and comfortable in all ways.

So in summary, a fine little guitar for the money. I'll get the real thing when I win the lottery. Except I don't play the lottery... hmmm :thwap

 

[riverrick]

Congrats on the new Epi Robert. I think that Epiphone puts out a very good product. And the price is nice too!!! ENJOY.

 

[Robert]

Thanks, riverrick!

 

[Tig]

Very nice, Robert. I like the 339 size and have heard good things about the PRO's. HNGD! :thumbsup