Epiphone / Zenith / 1949 / Natural / Guitar
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As with a lot of Epiphone archtop models of this era, the Zenith went through a few body size / wood combination changes. This 1949 model, made by Epiphone while they were still in their New York factory, before the Gibson takeover, has a 16 3/8” body with Spruce top and Mahogany back and sides, and one of the best looking Brazilian Rosewood fingerboards I’ve seen. The tone and projection of the guitar are very impressive, bright and airy, with particularly strong strong mids, and is voiced beautifully for blues, jazz and swing. It has a very comfortable neck with good action, making it a very enjoyable playing experience. It’s in very good condition, with just a couple of repaired top cracks, and comes in a non original hard case.
Glenns Guitars, UK 
Welcome to Glenn's Guitars here on Vintage & Rare. After many years in the industry, and having been fortunate enough to have worked in Hanks and The Acoustic Centre - probably London's two foremost acoustic guitar shops - I decided to do my own thing.
I have a passion for used and vintage acoustic guitars; nearly new second hand guitars because they can represent a bargain compared to the price of a new guitar, older and vintage guitars because they tend to have more character and can often become an investment.
You will notice when viewing my stock list my taste in guitars, as I only sell guitars that I genuinely like - and there are certain brands noticeable by their absence. I am a huge fan of older Gibson, Martin and Guild acoustics, but also more boutique brands such as Lowden and Collings.
I will consider part exchange if it makes your desired guitar a little easier to afford. I also offer a guitar finding service, if there's something specific you're looking for.
If you are happy to buy over the internet, I will send you as many high resolution photos and as much information about the guitar you're interested in as I can. If you can get to me - I'm based in Enfield, only 30 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station - you can always make an appointment with me and come and try some of the guitars out first.
I accept payment by Paypal, bank transfer, cheque and of course cash.
