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The '''Epiphone Dot''' is an [[Archtop guitar|archtop electric guitar]] manufactured by [[Epiphone]] since the 1990s. It is the cheaper "alternative" to the [[Gibson ES-335]]. In addition to the standard Dot, other models have been available such as the Dot Studio and Dot Deluxe that feature a variety of hardware and finishes. |
The '''Epiphone Dot''' is an [[Archtop guitar|archtop electric guitar]] manufactured by [[Epiphone]] since the 1990s. It is the cheaper "alternative" to the [[Gibson ES-335]]. In addition to the standard Dot, other models have been available such as the Dot Studio and Dot Deluxe that feature a variety of hardware and finishes. <ref name="Epiphone Dot">http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Archtop/Dot.aspx</ref> |
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==Construction and sound== |
==Construction and sound== |
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Thanks to the semi-hollow body and the Alnico Humbucker pickups the Dot achieves a warm and clear tone. Its construction offers a lot of sustain as well, which makes it capable of being a singing lead guitar. The solid wood block that runs down the middle of the guitar helps prevent feedback, but the guitar will generally generate feedback more easily than a solid-body guitar.<ref |
Thanks to the semi-hollow body and the Alnico Humbucker pickups the Dot achieves a warm and clear tone. Its construction offers a lot of sustain as well, which makes it capable of being a singing lead guitar. The solid wood block that runs down the middle of the guitar helps prevent feedback, but the guitar will generally generate feedback more easily than a solid-body guitar.<ref name="Epiphone Dot">http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Archtop/Dot.aspx</ref> |
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There is a first generation Dot (approx. from the origine to 2001 or 2002) with a maple neck, and the name Gibson inscribed on the truss rod cover{{Citation needed|date=July 2011}}. The present Dot has a mahogany neck and the name The Dot is inscribed instead of the name Gibson.{{Citation needed|date=July 2011}}. |
There is a first generation Dot (approx. from the origine to 2001 or 2002) with a maple neck, and the name Gibson inscribed on the truss rod cover{{Citation needed|date=July 2011}}. The present Dot has a mahogany neck and the name The Dot is inscribed instead of the name Gibson.{{Citation needed|date=July 2011}}. |
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The Dot is based on the Gibson ES-335 or ES-355. Many musicians cannot afford these expensive Gibson models, so the Dot is a cheaper alternative semi-hollowbody.<ref |
The Dot is based on the Gibson ES-335 or ES-355. Many musicians cannot afford these expensive Gibson models, so the Dot is a cheaper alternative semi-hollowbody.<ref name="Epiphone Dot">http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Archtop/Dot.aspx</ref> |
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==Notable users== |
==Notable users== |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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*[http://www.epiphone.com/ |
*[http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Archtop/Dot.aspx Epiphone Dot at epiphone.com] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 22:15, 22 February 2012
| Epiphone Dot | |
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| Manufacturer | Epiphone |
| Period | 1990s — present |
| Construction | |
| Body type | Semi-hollow |
| Neck joint | Set |
| Scale | 24.75" |
| Woods | |
| Body | Maple (laminated) or Mahogany |
| Neck | Maple (Epiphone website reports mahogany neck) |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Hardware | |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Pickup(s) | 2 Humbuckers (2 Alnico Classic) |
| Colors available | |
| Sunburst, Cherry, Ebony, Natural [1] | |
The Epiphone Dot is an archtop electric guitar manufactured by Epiphone since the 1990s. It is the cheaper "alternative" to the Gibson ES-335. In addition to the standard Dot, other models have been available such as the Dot Studio and Dot Deluxe that feature a variety of hardware and finishes. [1]
Construction and sound
Thanks to the semi-hollow body and the Alnico Humbucker pickups the Dot achieves a warm and clear tone. Its construction offers a lot of sustain as well, which makes it capable of being a singing lead guitar. The solid wood block that runs down the middle of the guitar helps prevent feedback, but the guitar will generally generate feedback more easily than a solid-body guitar.[1]
There is a first generation Dot (approx. from the origine to 2001 or 2002) with a maple neck, and the name Gibson inscribed on the truss rod cover[citation needed]. The present Dot has a mahogany neck and the name The Dot is inscribed instead of the name Gibson.[citation needed].
The Dot is based on the Gibson ES-335 or ES-355. Many musicians cannot afford these expensive Gibson models, so the Dot is a cheaper alternative semi-hollowbody.[1]
Notable users
External links
References
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