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1990s Epiphone Riviera Electric Guitar Cherry Fralin Mini Humbuckers Korea w/ohc
Estimated price for orientation: 799 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Body Color: Cherry MPN: Does Not Apply Dexterity: Right-Handed Body Type: Semi-Hollow String Configuration: 6 String Model Year: 1990s Brand: Epiphone Country/Region of Manufacture: Korea, Republic of Model: Riviera-Mini Items Included: Case UPC: Does not apply
Up for sale, a 1990's Epiphone Riviera in excellent condition, upgraded with Lindy Fralin boutique USA-made mini humbuckers. Crafted in Korea's Peerless factory, this Riviera is a faithful reissue of the vintage model with semi-hollowbody maple construction and numerous upgrades including the vintage-spec pickups, hand carved bone nut, custom pickguard with ES-295 graphics, and a set of gold reflector cap knobs.These Lindy Fralin pickups deliver a sweetness and chime that works well with the semi-hollowbody construction, perfectly balancing warmth and top end clarity. The bridge pickup has a touch of growl and great string to string balance, while the neck position delivers a girth and roundness that's great for lead work. At 7lbs 12oz, the guitar balances well on a strap and has an acoustic voice with plenty of presence, translating well through the upgraded pickups. Professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar, this Riviera is strung with fresh 11-50 strings and dialed in for optimal action.The mahogany neck has a medium C shaped profile that borders on the more slender side of things, although the generous shoulders on the profile give it a substantial feel. The bound rosewood fretboard features small parallelogram inlays as well as stock medium jumbo fretwire which has plenty of height and roundness to the crowns. There is light, uniform wear beneath the plain strings on frets 1-4, and fainter flattening of the crowns until roughly fret 9, also beneath only the plain strings. Measuring 1 11/16" in width, the hand carved and polished bone nut is a significant upgrade that improves both the clarity of the tone as well as the sustain. The heastock features Kluson-style tuning machines and the guitar is currently fitted with a black Epiphone truss rod cover, although a slightly longer creme cover (and matching pickguard) are also included separately.The back of the headstock has a small "2nd" stamp denoting a factory second, and this mark is typically seen when a guitar is sold with a small finish defect or something similar, although we can't find anything to note as far as what that mark might be. The serial number on the orange label inside the guitar has also been replaced due to the 2nd designation.On the body, all of the electronics work as they should, with individual Volume and Tone controls for each of the Lindy Fralin mini humbuckers. These pickups required a very slight routing on the edges of the pickup cavities to be a perfect fit and this work is cleanly hidden by the pickup rings. The original chrome Tune-o-Matic bridge and Frequensator tailpiece are intact, while the knobs are gold reflector cap upgrades which match the ES-295 style cream pickguard with gold vine accents. Cosmetically, the guitar is in great shape, with some faint finish scratches on the back as well as a few assorted tiny nicks. There is also a tiny nick on the treble side of the neck profile behind fret 3 which doesn't affect playability or structural integrity in the slightest.This model has long been discontinued, and this Riviera adheres to vintage spec with a host of quality upgrades!The original Epiphone hardshell case is included.Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $55, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Body Color: | Cherry |
| MPN: | Does Not Apply | Dexterity: | Right-Handed |
| Body Type: | Semi-Hollow | String Configuration: | 6 String |
| Model Year: | 1990s | Brand: | Epiphone |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Korea, Republic of | Model: | Riviera-Mini |
| Items Included: | Case | UPC: | Does not apply |
Up for sale, a 1990's Epiphone Riviera in excellent condition, upgraded with Lindy Fralin boutique USA-made mini humbuckers. Crafted in Korea's Peerless factory, this Riviera is a faithful reissue of the vintage model with semi-hollowbody maple construction and numerous upgrades including the vintage-spec pickups, hand carved bone nut, custom pickguard with ES-295 graphics, and a set of gold reflector cap knobs.These Lindy Fralin pickups deliver a sweetness and chime that works well with the semi-hollowbody construction, perfectly balancing warmth and top end clarity. The bridge pickup has a touch of growl and great string to string balance, while the neck position delivers a girth and roundness that's great for lead work. At 7lbs 12oz, the guitar balances well on a strap and has an acoustic voice with plenty of presence, translating well through the upgraded pickups. Professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar, this Riviera is strung with fresh 11-50 strings and dialed in for optimal action.The mahogany neck has a medium C shaped profile that borders on the more slender side of things, although the generous shoulders on the profile give it a substantial feel. The bound rosewood fretboard features small parallelogram inlays as well as stock medium jumbo fretwire which has plenty of height and roundness to the crowns. There is light, uniform wear beneath the plain strings on frets 1-4, and fainter flattening of the crowns until roughly fret 9, also beneath only the plain strings. Measuring 1 11/16" in width, the hand carved and polished bone nut is a significant upgrade that improves both the clarity of the tone as well as the sustain. The heastock features Kluson-style tuning machines and the guitar is currently fitted with a black Epiphone truss rod cover, although a slightly longer creme cover (and matching pickguard) are also included separately.The back of the headstock has a small "2nd" stamp denoting a factory second, and this mark is typically seen when a guitar is sold with a small finish defect or something similar, although we can't find anything to note as far as what that mark might be. The serial number on the orange label inside the guitar has also been replaced due to the 2nd designation.On the body, all of the electronics work as they should, with individual Volume and Tone controls for each of the Lindy Fralin mini humbuckers. These pickups required a very slight routing on the edges of the pickup cavities to be a perfect fit and this work is cleanly hidden by the pickup rings. The original chrome Tune-o-Matic bridge and Frequensator tailpiece are intact, while the knobs are gold reflector cap upgrades which match the ES-295 style cream pickguard with gold vine accents. Cosmetically, the guitar is in great shape, with some faint finish scratches on the back as well as a few assorted tiny nicks. There is also a tiny nick on the treble side of the neck profile behind fret 3 which doesn't affect playability or structural integrity in the slightest.This model has long been discontinued, and this Riviera adheres to vintage spec with a host of quality upgrades!The original Epiphone hardshell case is included.
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $55, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!