Epiphone SJ-200 1957 Reissue Antique Natural IBGCS
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A Prestigious "Inspired by Gibson Custom" Reissue
Introduced in 1937 and quickly nicknamed "The King of Flat-Tops," the SJ-200 became a benchmark for its Super Jumbo size, powerful projection, and iconic visual identity. This Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 Reissue, developed in collaboration with Gibson Custom, draws inspiration from the 1957 model and incorporates its major design elements, while making this legend more accessible to today's guitarists.For Which Guitarists and Styles?
Thanks to its large body and broad response, this electro-acoustic is particularly suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a generous rhythm, excellent support for vocal accompaniment, and true authority in strumming. It excels in country, folk, americana, and pop, while remaining formidable in acoustic rock backing. Whether on stage or in the home studio, its L.R. Baggs system facilitates faithful amplification without compromising the acoustic character.Sound
The thermally aged solid Sitka spruce top delivers precise attack, plenty of dynamics, and an "open" guitar feel from the first hours of playing. The sculpted X-bracing enhances projection and resonance, boosting the natural acoustic volume of the SJ-200 format. The solid figured maple back and sides add clarity, tight bass, and clear mids, ideal for wide chords that remain defined. Plugged in, the L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC piezo under-saddle pickup provides a clear attack and effective mix-ready tone, with volume and tone controls integrated into the soundhole for quick onstage adjustments.Technical specifications
| Shape | SJ-200 | Number of Frets | 20 |
| Top | thermally aged solid Sitka spruce | Nut Material | bone |
| Back/Sides | solid figured maple | Inlays | graduated crown mother-of-pearl |
| Bracing | sculpted X-bracing | Bridge | rosewood Moustache SJ-200 with two bars; mother-of-pearl bars |
| Binding | multi-ply on top and back, single-ply on fingerboard and headstock | Tuners | Epiphone Deluxe |
| Neck | two-piece flamed maple with walnut insert | Finish | gold |
| Neck Profile | C-shape | Under-saddle Pickup | L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC |
| Nut Width | 1.72" / 43.79 mm | Controls | volume and tone mounted in the soundhole |
| Fingerboard | Indian rosewood | Case | hard case inspired by Red Line with Inspired by Gibson Custom graphics |
| Scale Length | 25.5" / 647.7 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this SJ-200 suitable for strumming and vocal accompaniment?
The Super Jumbo body and carved X bracing provide acoustic volume and projection, well suited for broad rhythm playing. The solid figured maple back and sides maintain good chord definition.
What pickup is installed on the Epiphone SJ-200 1957 Reissue Antique Natural?
An L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC piezo pickup under the saddle is fitted. Volume and tone controls are integrated within the rosette for direct adjustment during amplification.
What woods are used for this SJ-200?
The top is thermally aged solid Sitka spruce, while the back and sides are solid figured maple. The two-piece neck combines flamed maple with a walnut insert, topped with an Indian rosewood fingerboard.
Is the neck suitable for players accustomed to acoustic guitars?
This model features a C-shaped profile, a nut width of 43.79 mm, and a scale length of 647.7 mm. Its Indian rosewood fingerboard has 20 frets with graded mother-of-pearl crown inlays.
Is a case included with the guitar?
A hard case inspired by Red Line, with graphics Inspired by Gibson Custom, is included.
