Epiphone / Sheraton E212T / 1967 / Sunburst / Guitar
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When Gibson acquired Epiphone in 1958 they decided to keep some populair Epi models like the Zephyr and the Century in production, even if the specs were gradually altered towards Gibson hardware and pickups. At the same time a new group of Epi models was introduced. These were Gibson designed instruments that were slightly altered for the Epiphone range but remained basically Gibson models. Examples from this group are the Casino (very similar to an ES-330), Sorrento (Es-125T), Olympic (Melody Maker), and the Sheraton (ES-355).
One distinguishing characteristic of the early Sheratons was its Frequensator tailpiece. While Gibson's 335/345/355 usually featured a stop tailpiece or in some cases a vibrato tailpiece, the Sheraton had a Frequensator. Later versions did come with an Epi vibrato or Bigsby tailpiece. Another remarkable Sheraton feature were it’s luxurious inlays: The fretboard was inlayed with a block and triangle inlay, and the headstock has a fancy vine inlay.
This 1967 model with factory gold Bigsby is in great condition. The lacquer is hardly faded or crazed and, apart from some subtle arm wear, undamaged. The neck has a rather thin profile at the nut but is definitely easy to play. This guitar was professionally refretted with correct size medium jumbo frets but apart from that completely stock. Alas the original case was lost.
Dirk Witte Music Store, Netherlands 
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Dirk Witte is a family owned music store that was founded in 1939 on the exact same spot where it is today, right in the old city center of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. We deal in new, used and vintage musical instruments and gear.
You'll find a selection from our vintage inventory on this page, but we generally have a lot more in stock. So, if you can't find what you are looking for here, please click on the website link or contact me through email: vintage@dirkwitte.nl Of course I am also available for any questions you might have about our instruments.
Thanks,
Martijn Vink / Dirk Witte - Vintage Shop Manager
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