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In 2002, Gibson opened a factory in Qingdao, China, which manufactures Epiphone guitars and no others. Samick has stopped manufacturing guitars in Korea. For example, bodies of the G-400 SG copy were made with either mahogany or alder body, depending on the availability of the wood. These Epiphones were sometimes built with different tonewoods from the original Gibson versions, which often resulted in the instruments bearing a visual and ergonomic similarity to the Gibson originals but having a slightly different tone. The brand was primarily used to issue less expensive versions of classic Gibson models, in a manner similar to that of the Squier brand by Fender. Thus, a Korean-era solidbody Epiphone would have been built under license.
#Peerless guitars quality license
One of these contractors was Samick, which also built instruments under license for other brands and in its own name. From the 1980s, Epiphones were manufactured mainly in Korea by contractors licensed by Gibson. In the early 1970s, Epiphones began to be manufactured in Japan.
#Peerless guitars quality serial numbers
P or R serial numbers are made by Peerless. PS: It also has the Abalone binding on the body and headstock. Here's a shot: (it had 'Peer' tags on it when I picked it up at Sam Ash) I don't own it anymore, had to sell it for the Strat. There is a man named Scott Detweiler who is supposed to be their US rep.
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They make a great D'Aquisto clone as well (Carlo Robelli:The Manhattan). Peerless is a great quality guitar builder and there is no reason Fender/Gretsch wouldn't utilize them again I wouldn't think. The latest possibility of Peerless doing Gretsch would be the Korean built 5120.
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(The Gretsch G-3131 Anniversary model being the last, leftovers and B-stocks were eventually sold off as Robelli RB-55 models) Peerless is also where some Gretches were built as well, primarily before Fender bought it up in 2003. Before that it was the big hollowbody's of the Carlo Robelli line/note the headstock similarities. They did a ton of stuff for Sam Ash, the Latest being the Eddie Durham Signature guitar under the 'Guitar Research' name. With over 500 archtops in stock you can be assured that we have unbelievable guitars to fit any budget.Peerless is pretty well known in the off-brand market. Since our inventory changes so frequently it’s best to call us to find all of your available options.
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Since many of our guitars come standard with upgraded woods and tone controls shopping by price alone won’t tell the whole story. And if you happen to find a lower price please let us know.Īnd please keep in mind that it’s difficult comparing various instruments on the Internet. We routinely have demos, closeouts, blemishes, and used instruments available for purchase. We encourage you to call us for the best price possible. And all instruments are sold with our 72 hour satisfaction guarantee. And as a guitarist myself I would never sell an instrument that didn’t live up to my own high standards and expectations.Īll of our instruments are thoroughly inspected, tested, professionally set up, and carefully packed for shipment. We strive to price our instruments as competitively as possible in order to give our customers the best possible value for their dollar. Our goal at Guitars ‘n Jazz is to find you the best possible instrument that not only matches your personal requirements and play-style, but is also a guitar that you enjoy playing and look forward to picking up.