Epiphone J-200 Studio EC Vintage Sunburst

Essential Information About the Epiphone J-200 Studio EC Guitar

• Super Jumbo Format with Cutaway: strong acoustic presence and easier access to the high frets.


• Solid Spruce Top: clear attack, great dynamics, and a sound that opens up over time.


• Fishman Presys II Electronics: reliable amplification with built-in tuner and quick adjustments on the side.


• Modern Comfort: mahogany neck with a 60s SlimTaper D profile for smooth playability.

An Accessible "J-200" Inspired by the Iconic Gibson SJ-200

Part of the Epiphone Studio Acoustic collection, the J-200 Studio EC captures the spirit of the legendary SJ-200 ("The King of the Flat-Tops") while making it more affordable. It features the visual cues and Super Jumbo look, enhanced with a touch of modernity through a cutaway and Fishman electronics designed for both stage and studio use.

Who Is It For, and In Which Styles?

Thanks to its immediate response and comfort, the Epiphone J-200 Studio EC suits both beginners seeking a rewarding acoustic guitar and intermediate to advanced players looking for a ready-to-play electro-acoustic Jumbo anywhere. It excels in pop, folk, country, pick accompaniment, and rhythmic singing, while remaining comfortable for fingerpicking thanks to its clear attack.

Sound

The Super Jumbo format is known for its projection and breadth, ideal for carrying rhythm parts without effort. The solid spruce top delivers clarity, precision, and dynamics, with a balanced response that reacts well to playing variations. The laminated maple back and sides provide crisp definition and a sense of "presence" in the mix, while adding stability. When plugged in, the Fishman S-Core pickup captures the attack under the saddle, and the Presys II preamp allows quick adjustments of volume and EQ, with a phase switch useful for better controlling resonance depending on the venue.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Since this guitar uses active electronics, plan for a 9-volt battery (not included) to power the Fishman preamp.

Technical specifications

Type	electro-acoustic	Nut	compensated plastic
Shape	J-200 (Super Jumbo)	Inlays	graduated pearl crowns
Cutaway	yes	Bridge	J-200 mustache style in rosewood with pearl inlays
Material (back and sides)	laminated maple	Bridge pins	ivory color with black dot
Top	solid spruce	Tailpiece	N/A
Binding	4-ply on the top, 1-ply on the back, fingerboard, and headstock	Tuners	Epiphone Deluxe with Keystone buttons
Neck	mahogany	Pickguard	epoxy tortoiseshell style with two-tone J-200 graphics
Neck/body joint	glued and tapered dovetail joint	Finish	nickel
Profile	60s SlimTaper D	Overall finish	glossy
Fingerboard	rosewood	Pickup under the saddle	Fishman S-Core
Number of frets	20 (standard)	Preamp	Fishman Presys II
Scale length	25.5" / 647.7 mm	Controls (mounted on the side)	volume, bass, treble, phase, and tuner
Nut width	43 mm / 1.69"	Power supply	9-volt battery (not included)