The epiphone g400 pro is the essentially the epiphone sg, with the sg being one of the most original designs in rock. Paying tribute to our iconic past, the original collection brings back the classic guitars that shaped sound across all generations and genres of music. Its a straightforward reloved guitars set up with a decision to replace. Replacing electronics in epi g400 epiphone electrics. Now, the g400 pro gives you the sound and look of a. Compared to a epiphone sg 310 it is crafted much better. Instead of the small, lower hornonly pickguard, it has the. Graph tech tusq xl 14 epiphone slotted nut musicians. Upgrading my sg to higherend spec part 1 youtube a quick epiphone sg setup not likely duration. Epiphones g400 pro is a distinct improvement on its predecessor. Vintage 1960s kalamazoo kg2 unloaded pickguard, gibsonmade, good condition, also fits kg1 guitar. The guitar sounds muddier than a mud slide and ive even swapped in replacement pickups and it still sounds like shite. In this build guide we take on an epiphone g400 sg, replacing the stock pickups and volume pots with seymour duncan saturday night. Ive not been playing for that long, just about 1 12 years, i only played on about 5 guitars i mean like more.
Pickguard replacement for gibson epiphone sg style electric guitars. Limited edition 1966 g400 pro electric guitar ebony the epiphone limited edition 1966 g400 electric guitar is a gibsonauthorized version of their great 66 sg with a solid mahogany body and slimtaper set mahogany neck. This video shows the set up of an epiphone sg 400 in vintage cherry. Currently, epiphone is a subsidiary of gibson and manufactures the g400 and other budget models at a lower cost in asia.
The original g400 is an awesome guitar but the g400 pro takes it one step further. Be aware that the e badge snags clothing rather easily and is likely to pull off. All parts bn2808000 preslotted nuts are 14 thick so the correct size for epiphone and other nongibson lp copies despite the wrong dimensions listed on the website. The perfect fit for your sg, g400 or nighthawk epiphone, this deluxe sg cases is designed specifically to fit epiphone models and provide top quality protection for your investment. The g400 pro now features alnico classic pro pickups, with pushpull coiltapping, for improved tone and versatility.
An epiphone sg pickup replacement, volume pot swap and build. I did an ab with the g400 and my les paul traditional pro. Hi, i am new to the forums, and i just picked up my first epiphone guitar today used. Epi has recreated this sgshaped legend using a worn satin finish and aged fretboard inlays that give it the look of a cherished original. Sep 26, 2017 pickguard replacement for gibson epiphone sg style electric guitars 11 hole 3 ply white pearloid.
Epiphones sgshaped vintage g400 has the wellworn look and feel of a favorite guitar. Can i have some opinions on the g400 stock pickups. Epiphone g 400 pro model sg is a symbol of rock music and one of the most distinctive electric guitars on earth. This guitar sounds basically like any other g400 epiphone. Replacing humbuckers on epiphone g400 sg posted by mjd on sun, 033102 14. Hey guys, i just tried to replace the pickups in my 2010 epiphone g400, but did an awful job with the wiring. Style tuneomatic bridge tailpiece gold for gibson les paul gear replacement. The original sg was played by scores of rock, hard rock and metal guitarists and its long been a classic. The sg debuted in 1961 to replace the les paul which had been temporarily discontinued because of low sales.
Its a 1998 epiphone sg g400 made in korea, it has gibson on the truss rod cover also. Some subtleyetsignificant differences make this one special. A truly iconic guitar, this edition of the 1962 sg has incredible sustain and features two beautiful finishes, worn cherry and worn brown, along with an aged fingerboard. Pro more 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings epiphone 500k pushpull potentiometer l2530 oem replacement for l. Epiphone g400 pro has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. So i upgraded the pickups to seymour duncans, and now ive sent it to upgrade all volume and tone controls and circuit, and the input jack, nut, and tuners too. Epiphone 500k pushpull potentiometer l2530 oem replacement for l. Emily wolfe demos the epiphone sg standard 61 with maestro vibrola from the new. Ok, so i have this guitar, epi g400 faded, which i somehow like. I have enjoyed this guitar now for several years, and the vintage feeling provided by the worn cherry is very nice.
Epiphone g400 pro electric guitar epiphone honors the historic sg with the g400 pro, which features alnico classic pro pickups and pushpull coiltapping. View and download epiphone tony iommi g400 brochure online. Get the guaranteed best price on solid body electric guitars like the epiphone g400 custom electric guitar at musicians friend. Epiphone honors the historic sg, one of the most original designs in rock, with the g400 pro, which now features alnico classic pro pickups and pushpull coiltapping. Indeed, the sg custom limited edition, produced in a t trs little copy of the addition of o limited edition in the name of the models by the gibson factory seats in canada. Small precision, this limited edition epiphone model l sg custom is not the same as the epiphone sg custom. The epiphone sg g400 in worn cherry is a cool little guitar. Epiphone limited edition 1966 g400 pro electric guitar. Rock, funk, metal, tranquel jamming and attempts of shred.
Heres the vintage guitar youre not afraid to play every day. The epiphone has a slightly different bridge and the euro symbollooking e logo on the pick guard. Buy products related to sg guitar parts and see what customers say about sg. Guitar submitted 3 years ago by mythicshard hi guys, i was wondering about the epiphone sg g400 pro, should i buy that after saving for a few months or would it be better to just save until i can afford a gibson sg. A friend told me that these epiphone pickups are low output and that i may want to replace them.
Epiphone g400 custom electric guitar musicians friend. A true icon guitar, the sg was originally a successor les paul model from 61 to 68. Epiphone texan is built using a solid sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, with a rosewood fingerboard and bridge. Our expertly trained sales engineers are ready to help. This edition of the prized 1962 gibson sg boasts the power and merciless. Graph tech tusq xl 14 epiphone slotted nut guitar center.
Epiphone pelham blue limited edition custom shop sg g400. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. I just had some questions, the guitar is in very good condition, but i noticed. Every serious player wants an sg and heres the real thing that sounds as good as it looks. The epiphone has orange knobs that look a little out of place on a red guitar while the es335 has nicerlooking black knobs similar to the sg pictured above. The epiphone vintage g400 electric guitar plays fast and is a super value. The g400 pro sg features a solid mahogany body which yields exceptional resonance and warmth, while the adjoining mahogany neck complements the body with its rich tones. Epiphone g400 pro in ebony a rocknroll icon, now with upgraded pickups. Epiphone sg pickup upgrade and build guide guitar chalk. Sound that can not be mistaken for anything else and a cult design, captured the minds of guitarists in the world.
The tusq xl 14 epiphone slotted nut pql606000 is a superior replacement nut for epiphone guitars. Crafted with chrome hardware, a mahogany body and singlepiece set neck with rosewood fretboard, locktone tuneomatic bridge and. Any ideas on types of material and a good place to buy online. In my experience, it seems that the while the bottom of the line gibsons can cost almost as much as a top of the line epiphone, the top of the line epiphone will be a higher quality instrument.
Replacing humbuckers on epiphone g400 sg guitarsite. Hey tweakers, i bought my son the above guitar, the three pickup model, and its driving me crazy. Proudly handcrafted in bozeman, montana by gibson acoustic luthiers, the made in the u. The epiphone g400 pro was already a very well specified guitar at a temptingly low price. The original sg not only rivaled guitars of its own era for sonic variety but also proved to be a sign of things to come. From what i can gather, i have alnico v classic humbuckers in my 2007 g400.
Epiphone g400 pro electric guitar, ebony nearly new the epiphone g400 pro sg, ebony retains the classic looks and sound of the gibson sg, yet this epiphone model is available with a more accessible price tag. Epiphone constantly updates models, and their guitars represent. Bad stock pickups are a problem on most lower priced guitars. The mahogany slab is nice but the stock epiphone pickups let it down. The epiphone faded g400 is a faithful reproduction of the legendary gibson sg. The epiphone g400 is truly one of the best guitar values you will find today.
The g400 or sometimes g400 is an epiphone solid body electric guitar model produced as a more modestly priced version of the famous gibson sg. Unfollow epiphone g400 pro to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. In this build guide, my buddy and i take on an epiphone sg pickup upgrade with new seymour duncan humbuckers, alpha 500k volume pots and elixir strings. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at.
Epiphone g400 pro cherry a classic sg now with alnico classic pro pickups and coiltapping. Greasy groove custom pickguards made to fit epiphone g400 model guitars. Now you can have it all the great tone of tusq, classic good looks and permanent lubrication. Based on the classic gibson sg, it provided the characteristic sound and look, but without needing a rockstar sized bank balance to own one. Visually and ergonomically, it is almost identical to a 1962 sg. Like many affordable guitars, it lacks some of the sonic sophistication of upmarket pickups. I have read on this and other forums where people like to swap them out with new pickups. The guitar works but the volume of the neck pickup is much hig. The epiphone g400 pro is very good but front pickup needed to be slightly lowered to remove boomingmuddy tone. The epiphone worn g400 is truly one of the best guitar values you will find today. Epiphone faded g400 sg electric guitar, worn brown. I have an ageing epiphone g400 an would like to replace the pickups. To be honest the wiring was pretty messy to begin with, but at this point i think i need to replace everything pretty much. I have read that there a re a number of options with regards to wiring in new pick ups, though i would prefer to stick with that used in.
Epiphone g400 pro electric guitar alpine white guitar. One of rock n rolls mainstays since the beginning, the sg is a lean, mean music machine is known for its sustain and fat tone. Our man lee wrathe checks out the added coiltapping and alnico classic pro pickups on a. Epiphone limited edition 1966 g400 pro electric guitar with road runner deluxe. Unfollow epiphone g400 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Taking inspiration from gibsons 1961 les paul custom, the g400 custom sports an sg body with three pafstyle humbucker pickups, gold hardware, and. Epiphone g400 pro electric guitar, ebony gear4music.
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