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How much does a Epiphone 335 weigh?

The Dot is Epiphone’s version of the classic Gibson ES-335 which weighs slightly more at 9 lbs (4 kg). While the large body makes it look like it should be heavier than 8 lbs, it is a semi-hollow guitar.

What is the difference between the Epiphone Dot and the 335?

What is the main difference between the Gibson ES-335 and Epiphone Dot? The Gibson ES-335 is a high-end vintage guitar, while the Epiphone Dot is an affordable version. The Epiphone Dot includes a maple body and a mahogany center block, while the Gibson ES-335 has a maple center block.

Is Epiphone Casino a hollow body?

The Epiphone Casino is a thinline hollow body electric guitar manufactured by Epiphone, a branch of Gibson.

What does dot mean in Epiphone guitars?

It has a glued-in neck of mahogany (before 2008, maple) and a rosewood fingerboard. The name “Dot” is in reference to its fretboard markers, which are simple dots, unlike other Epiphone archtop guitars such as the Casino or the Sheraton, which have more elaborate block inlays.

What kind of guitar is the Epiphone Dot Studio?

The Epiphone Dot Studio is a clone of the classic Gibson ES-335 Semi-Hollowbody electric guitar. It has a mahogany top, back, sides, and a set in place neck. The neck is maple with a rosewood fretboard.

Is the Epiphone Dot the new Gibson ES-335 replica?

The Epiphone Dot is a replica of the Gibson ES-335, but it’s about $1,500 cheaper! Of course there are differences between the Gibson and Epiphone, but we’ll come onto those later.

How good is the Epiphone Dot joint?

The joint certainly looks and feels solid enough to withstand years of faithful service, as does the scarfed joint under the first and second fret securing the headstock. In this case, Epiphone opts for the thinner, elongated design and scripted logo, all adding to the Dot’s charming vintage character.

Why are dot-neck 335s worth so much more than Other EPIs?

If you’re still wondering why it’s called the Dot, look at the rosewood fingerboard. In between the 22, well finished, medium frets lies the primary reason why vintage Dot-neck 335s are worth so much more than their block-inlayed brethren. Until now, modern Epis such as the Casino, Sheraton and Supernova only came with block inlays.