Epiphone Lucille Signature B.B. King Ebony Ibg
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Essential Information About the Epiphone B.B. King "Lucille" Guitar
Essential Information About the Epiphone B.B. King "Lucille" Guitar
- The Spirit of B.B. King, Designed for the Stage: ES-335 format, semi-hollow construction without sound holes, and a maple center block to limit feedback and increase sustain.
- Ultra-Wide Sonic Palette: two Alnico Classic PRO humbuckers and a 6-position Varitone to shape the spectrum, from warm and velvety tones to tighter, biting textures.
- Premium Comfort and Stability: maple neck with a rounded "C" profile, ebony fingerboard, Graph Tech nut, Grover Rotomatic tuners, and TP-6 fine-tuning tailpiece.
- Luxurious Signature Finish: multi-ply binding, gold hardware, "Lucille" mother-of-pearl inlay, and a brass truss rod cover engraved with "B.B. King".
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"Lucille": The Iconic Blues Semi-Hollow, Reimagined by Epiphone
"Lucille" is more than just a name: it's a playing philosophy associated with one of the greatest guitarists in blues history. Inspired by the ES models used by B.B. King, this Epiphone incorporates the key design choices that forged his legend, starting with a semi-hollow body without sound holes to better control feedback at high volumes. Add a maple center block to enhance sustain, refined aesthetics, and very comprehensive electronics: you get a strong signature model, perfectly positioned within the Epiphone range for those seeking an ES focused on expressiveness, stage presence, and character.A Guitar for Demanding Blues Players... and Versatile Guitarists
This Epiphone B.B. King "Lucille" is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists who want an inspiring semi-hollow capable of handling the stage without compromise. Naturally at home in blues, soul, and jazz, it also holds its own in classic rock thanks to its sustain and the tonal richness of the humbuckers. Its refined ergonomics and precise tuning make it a reliable instrument for musicians who alternate between rhythm and lead, from clubs to larger stages.Sound
The pair of Alnico Classic PRO humbuckers delivers a warm sonic foundation, with full lows, smooth highs, and singing mids ideal for blues licks and expressive phrasing. The 6-position Varitone acts as a true sculpting tool: it allows you to refine midrange presence, tighten the low end, or achieve more muted colors depending on the setting-handy for switching from a velvety chorus to a more incisive rhythm. On the craftsmanship side, the maple center block enhances note sustain and improves control at high volume, while the ebony fingerboard adds attack, definition, and precision. Finally, the TP-6 tailpiece facilitates micro tuning adjustments, a real plus in real-world playing conditions.Recommended Compatible Accessories
To fully exploit the mono and stereo outputs, plan for a quality 6.35 mm jack cable for the mono output, and a 6.35 mm TRS Y-cable (TRS to 2x TS) to use the stereo output (routing to two inputs, two channels, or two amps). Electric guitar strings with ball ends will work perfectly (gauge choice depending on feel). The included EpiLite case ensures secure daily transport.Technical specifications
| Body Shape | ES-335 | Bridge | Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic |
| Material | 5-ply laminated maple | Tailpiece | TP-6 with fine tuners |
| Center Block | Maple | Tuners | Grover Rotomatic with Keystone buttons |
| Design | Semi-hollow without sound holes | Knobs | Black "speed" knobs; black "chicken head" Varitone knob |
| Binding | Multi-ply on top, back, and headstock; binding on neck | Hardware Finish | Gold |
| Neck | Maple | Truss Rod Cover | Brass engraved with "B.B. King" |
| Profile | Rounded "C" | Headstock Inlay | "Lucille" in mother-of-pearl |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Neck Pickup | Alnico Classic PRO (humbucker) |
| Inlays | Pearloid blocks | Bridge Pickup | Alnico Classic PRO (humbucker) |
| Scale Length | 24.0" / 609 mm | Controls | 2 volume, 2 tone (CTS potentiometers) |
| Nut Width | 25.4 mm / 1.00" | Selector | 6-position Varitone |
| Number of Frets | 22 | Outputs | Mono and stereo |
| Nut | Graph Tech | Case | EpiLite included |
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I have a musician friend who owns a Lucille Gibson, he no longer plays music and I tried in vain to buy him back.
Gibson no longer produced it so I decided to buy myself the Epiphone.
The grip is exceptional, the touch perfect, as are the settings.
The sound is up to par.
In addition, Epiphone had the good idea to remove their logo on the pickguard.
You doubt that I immediately compared it with the Gibson, a 2003 I think.
Visually no difference, the manufacturing quality is the same.
The Epiphone has an ebony fingerboard, the Gibson in synthetic material, Richlite.
The sound. To compare we plugged both guitars into a preamp with studio headphones.
The sound is the same, no discernible difference, including variotone.
The impedance is slightly higher on the Gibson and the output level is a bit higher on the Epiphone.
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It's big, and it's a bit annoying for me, I don't think the handle is great, the frets are too rough for my taste. The microphones are fine, they sound good. The different sounds are appreciable (15 in total). It's not too heavy, although that's up to everyone's discretion. Beautiful mechanics for strings. Overall, I am happy with it.
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A pleasure guitar for those who love the blues
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Guitare livrée rapidement (reçue aujourd’hui )
La tête de la guitare présente trois belles rayures !
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Epiphone Lucille Signature B.B. King Ebony IBG suitable for high volume playing?
The semi-hollow body without sound holes and the maple center block help better control feedback at high volume. This construction also enhances sustain.
What sounds does the 6-position Varitone offer?
The 6-position Varitone allows modification of midrange presence and the low end. Settings can be adjusted to produce either a more subdued or a sharper tone depending on the playing context.
What connectivity options are available on this guitar?
Two outputs are available: mono and stereo. The mono output uses a 6.35 mm jack cable; stereo operation requires a 6.35 mm TRS cable to 2 x TS to feed two inputs or two channels.
What is the neck of this Epiphone Lucille like?
The neck is maple with a rounded C profile, an ebony fingerboard, and 22 frets. The scale length is specified as 609 mm (24 inches), with a Graph Tech nut.
Is a case included with the guitar?
An EpiLite case is provided for transport and protection of the instrument.
