Epiphone Elitist 1965 Casino Hollow Body Electric Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case - Used

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This used 6 lb 2 oz Epiphone will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. It is in Very Good condition with light scratches on the back of the body, a small hole to the right of the neck and right side of the body where the pickguard has been removed, and can be placed back on, and light fret wear that does not effect playability.

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The Epiphone Elitist 1965 Casino is a beautifully faithful take on one of the most recognizable hollowbody guitars ever made, bringing the feel and character of a vintage Casino to players who appreciate the details. This Japanese-made Elitist model was crafted with a fully hollow, double-cutaway maple body, a classic Vintage Sunburst finish, and the unmistakable Casino silhouette. With its slim body depth, it has a comfortable feel against the body while the spruce bracing helps give the guitar a lively, resonant acoustic response.

The one-piece mahogany neck carries a 1960s SlimTaper D profile that feels fast and natural in the hand, while the 12" rosewood fingerboard, 22 medium-jumbo frets, and pearloid parallelogram inlays deliver an easy-playing vintage-inspired experience. The 24.75" scale and bone nut give it the familiar Gibson-style feel, while the glued-in neck construction provides a solid foundation for both rhythm and lead playing. Plugged in, P-90 pickups deliver the raw, articulate character that makes a Casino so addictive, with plenty of bite, warmth, and dynamic response that reacts beautifully to your picking attack.

The vintage-style appointments complete the experience, from the multi-ply Casino pickguard and metal E logo to the nickel hardware, trapeze tailpiece, and ABR-style Tune-o-matic bridge with Delrin saddles. CTS 250K audio pots and Orange Drop capacitors keep the controls responsive and musical, while the three-way Switchcraft toggle makes it easy to move between the distinct voices of each P-90. With its Japanese Elitist construction, Gibson USA electronics, vintage-inspired styling, and unmistakable hollowbody character, this 1965 Casino is a particularly compelling choice for players looking for a Casino with serious craftsmanship and plenty of personality. Available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Elitist 196 Casino
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Vintage Sunburst

Body

• Body Material: Maple
• Body Top Material: Maple
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Body Shape: Doublecut
• Body Style: Hollow

Neck

• Headstock Type: Standard
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Shape: 1960s SlimTaper D
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Depth: 0.857” at 1st Fret, 0.967” at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Glued-In, Set Neck
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Position Inlays: Pealoid Parallelogram
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod Style: Adjustable
• Truss Rod Nut: Standard
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.63"
• Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length: 24.75"

Hardware

• Bridge: ABR Style Tune-O-Matic
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Trapeze
• Bridge Mounting: Standard
• Pickguard: White Casino with E Logo (Not Attached)
• Pickup Covers: Nickel
• Control Knobs: Top Hat Reflector
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Grover
• String Trees: None
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: Mortise & Tenon
• Strap Buttons: Two Bottom and Neck Heel
• Output Jack: 1/4" Front

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Neck Pickup: P-90
• Bridge Pickup: P-90
• Controls: Two Volume, Two Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Tools, Pickguard, Towel
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: T140239
• Manufacture Date: Approximately 2014