More than the back or sides, it is the resonation and vibration of the guitar's top that determines a great deal of the guitar's tone and indeed volume. Peter Frampton "1964" Texan Acoustic-Electric Guitar at Musician's Friend. An Epiphone Elitist version, made in Japan, of 1,964 copies in honor of his original Texan which was made in 1964, were manufactured in tandem with the 250 Bozeman-built McCartney edition, minus the original signature of Sir Paul on the label. It is also famous for being the acoustic guitar on which McCartney performed the signature "McCartney Picking" in some album pieces such as "Mother Nature's Son" (The Beatles "White Album"), "Calico Skies" (Flaming Pie), and more recently "Jenny Wren"[8] (Chaos and Creation in the Backyard). Most notably, Epiphone is building its first US-made guitar in recent memory (the firm themselves say 'decades') under this banner, in the form of the Made In USA Texan acoustic – once favoured by Paul McCartney and Peter Frampton. In 1958 the Gibson-made FT-79 had 'Texan' added to the type name, the shape was changed as mentioned above, the epsilon 'slashed C' Epiphone logo was added to the pick guard and the truss rod cover, and the tuner knobs were changed to white plastic. This acoustic-electric guitar boasts solid wood construction throughout for maximum tone and resonance. Recent models have an integrated light-weight internal electric pickup fitted; the original model was acoustic only. 16 watching. Plays and sounds incredible. This Epiphone Acoustic Electric Guitar was inspired by the 1964 Texan acoustic with a solid spruce top and solid mahogany back to a deliver full, rich tone. Epiphone's acoustic guitars offer style and substance as well as great value. or Buy it now. Baggs electronics and a hand-signed (by Peter Frampton), as opposed to unsigned certificate of authenticity, the Epiphone Limited Edition Peter Frampton "1964" Texan carries Epiphone's limited lifetime warranty. Now, Epiphone brings back the Texan combining all the great features of the original with modern updates for today's musician. Made in the USA for the first time in over 50 years! [1], The original, New York made Epiphone FT-79 is quite a different guitar. In December 2010 a sunburst FT79 that belonged to Jimi Hendrix was auctioned at Bonhams. The four model designations included the FT-160, FT-165, FT-365, and the FT-565). Epiphone Vintage Archtop Case Re-Upholstered. This guitar is made with a solid Spruce top to produce a sound of high quality. Since its introduction in 1958, the Epiphone Texan has been used by a number of high profile musicians including Peter Frampton, Noel Gallagher and, of course, Paul McCartney. About This Listing. According to his girlfriend of the time, it was his favourite guitar. "Epiphone: A History - Taking on the World", http://www.gbase.com/gear/epiphone-ft-79-1951, http://www.matsumoku.org/models/epiphone/catalogs/1974/pg4.html, "Epiphone Announces New Models At 2005 NAMM Show", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLM75vlREbw, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Epiphone_Texan&oldid=991121884, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 28 November 2020, at 11:01. Many epiphone acoustic models are actually electro acoustic. The Texan was made popular by Paul McCartney for the recording and the live performances of the hit song from 1965 "Yesterday[7]". Now, the Texan is made in the USA once again and is proudly handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana by Gibson’s finest acoustic luthiers. Acoustic Guitar contributor Teja Gerken demonstrates the Epiphone Texan guitar. Since 1958, the Epiphone Texan has been the inspiration for generations of world-class songwriters including Paul McCartney, Peter Frampton and Noel Gallagher of Oasis. In 1970 the model was discontinued as a result of the acquisition of the Gibson company by a new owner (starting 1972, the Matsumoku factory in Japan made a 12-string dreadnought guitar for Epiphone that was referred to as 'Texan-12' on the label. Terms & Conditions Apply. £300.00. Notably, British folk guitarist Wizz Jones has performed with a 1963 Texan (purchased in 1967) for most of his subsequent career. Handcrafted at Gibson’s Bozeman factory, the Epiphone USA Texan is a top-shelf re-creation of a legendary instrument. Guitar Setup - Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars. Guitar is a tone cannon! After the takeover by Gibson, the FT-79 type designation was retained, but the body shape changed to one that resembled the slope-shouldered Gibson J-45 (but that guitar has a shorter 24.75" scale length, compared to the 25.5" of the Texan). Kurt Cobain of Nirvana used an Epiphone Texan on the 1994 In Utero tour. Epiphone’s Texan FT-79 acoustic-electric guitar is more than a throwback to an iconic instrument. EPIPHONE EJ200 Vintage Sunburst Acoustic … Its body was a smaller jumbo model and is comparable to the later Guild F-47 (The Guild Guitar Company was started by ex-Epiphone employees after the company left New York). In 1954 the model had parallelogram fingerboard inlays and a vertical oval peghead inlay. If you’re in the market for a full-sounding large-body guitar, give this Texan a try. Epiphone have included lots of beautiful vintage details like period-correct fingerboard inlays. Every element plays an important part of course but it is agreed that a solid top is a significant specification in acoustic guitar making. The ideal guitar to hold up a backbone to your sound. 3. It was originally a Walnut bodied guitar. Subsequent use by Kurt Cobain, Noel Gallagher and other prominent rock stars have added to the model’s cachet. The FT-79 was produced by the Epiphone company starting in 1942. Epiphone have included lots of beautiful vintage details like period-correct fingerboard inlays. [2][3], The 1942 model had rectangular block fingerboard inlays and the original stick-pin Epiphone logo. In the late 1940s to mid 1950s the FT-79 body was made with maple. $75.48 shipping. Other artists with which the Texan is identified are Benjamin Gibbard; Tom Rush; Al Stewart; Noel Gallagher; Stephen Bruton, who bequeathed his beloved first guitar to his longtime friend, T Bone Burnett; and Peter Frampton. Price Guide Estimated Value. The Epiphone Inspired by “1964” Texan is a cool guitar, and it’s hard to imagine getting more value for a street price of around $400. Buying Guide. or Best Offer. In May 2013, Japanese Singer-songwriter Rina Katahira also joined the family of artists, using this model. 0 bids. £30.00 postage. The instrument has vintage looks, classic Texan sound, great playability, and easy-to-use electronics. An Inspired Update on the Legendary Texan. The neck is fitted just as it was in 1964, with a tapered “dovetail” joint. $23.48 shipping. This is a vintage 1964 Epiphone FT-79 Texan jumbo acoustic. 33 watching. The Epiphone acoustic guitar range is extremely popular. They contain a pickup system to allow the player to perform on stage. It is! [4], In 2006, a Signature McCartney version of this guitar was manufactured in Bozeman, Montana in a limited edition of 250 copies. Texas-Sized Sound Proudly Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana by Gibson Acoustic Luthiers , the Made in the U.S.A. Epiphone Texan is built using a solid Sitka Spruce top, Mahogany back and sides, with a Rosewood fingerboard and bridge. Serial number 229409, what a musical instrument! Super warm and bright and resonant tone. £300.00. Aaah, the Epiphone FT-79N Texan model flat top acoustic guitar, made in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1964. Epiphone Texan Acoustic Guitar 70’s. or Best Offer. Guitar Guitar Limited trading as guitarguitar is a credit broker and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. All original with the exception of repro tuners which look like the originals and work great. $3,000 - $4,000. This one has Mahogany back and sides with a Sitka Spruce top. The new 64 Texan is a visually striking guitar. In 2010 Epiphone released an "Inspired By" 1964 Texan. It is based mainly on classic Gibson designs like the J-200 and the Hummingbird. Perhaps best known as the guitar Paul McCartney played on "Yesterday " , the Texan is essentially a Gibson J-45 with a slightly longer 25 5" scale length. This guitar is made with a solid Spruce top to produce a sound of high quality. This model does not have the adjustable bridge, and adds a Sonic Nanoflex pickup and preamp.[6]. USA-built Epiphone Texan. Sure Paul McCartney knew what he was doing when he bought his 1964 Texan just down the street from the Ed Sullivan Theater the week of The Beatles first shows in the US. $550.00. Vintage 1967 Epiphone FT-79 Texan Acoustic Guitar. The new Inspired by 1964 Texan acoustic/electric reproduces a vintage classic while providing years of worry-free enjoyment. Recent models have an integrated light-weight internal electric pickup fitted; the original model was acoustic only. Epiphone DR-100 Dreadnought Acoustic a Guitar Ebony Immaculate Condition. Epiphone Ltd Edition Peter Frampton 1964 Texan NEW Acoustic Guitar. For more in-depth information on this guitar, please message us on Reverb! The Texan FT-79 is perhaps rock's most famous acoustic guitar for its association with Paul McCartney and Peter Frampton. In 1967 the tuner knobs were changed to metal. The Epiphone Texan is an acoustic flattop guitar of the (advanced) Jumbo type. Vintage original 1967 Epiphone FT-79 Texan. Ending Saturday at 9:18PM PST 6d 6h. 0 bids. In 1962 the adjustable bridge was introduced. With nice hard case, too. There have been numerous reissues of the Texan since their primary production period in the 1960s. Get the guaranteed best price on 6 String Acoustic Guitars like the Epiphone Ltd. Ed. [6] This model is still based on McCartney's original, and was manufactured in Indonesia. Collection in person. $107.76 shipping. Epiphone Masterbilt DR 500 MNS Excellent Condition * Great Sound and Action! These guitars feature the finest solid mahogany and Sitka spruce available. Another notable person that plays this guitar is Justin Townes Earle. Featuring a Solid Spruce top with a rare Faded Vintageburst finish, a L. R. Baggs EAS-VTC pickup system, and the same Schaller M6 machine heads Frampton uses on his vintage Texan. After Gibson bought Epiphone in 1957, the Texan was produced in Kalamazoo, Michigan until 1970. Vintage Acoustic Guitar Epiphone Texan FT-145 in Hard Case, 1970s, Excellent. Limited to only 500 guitars, with an additional 100 available in the Premium Outfit (which also includes a hardshell case, Peter Frampton Acoustic Classics CD, the upgraded L.R. guitarguitar uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website - $150.00. In the late 1950s the body wood was changed to Mahogany. Every guitar aficionado knows the story of Paul McCartney’s 1964 Epiphone FT 79 Texan flattop acoustic guitar, heard on “Yesterday” and many other Beatles and Macca solo tracks. Ending 3 Dec at 12:51PM GMT 5d 6h. The Best Acoustic Guitars. $475.00. The Masterbilt series honors Epiphone's most iconic acoustic guitars from the 1960s, with instruments built with old-world Masterbilt quality and specs. Loaners Available - a loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired. It certainly is: the top, or 'soundboard' is the most significant piece of body timber. The Epiphone Texan is a reissue of a 1960s slope shouldered acoustic guitar. The FT-79 was produced by the Epiphone company starting in 1942. Epiphone presents the Ltd. Ed. Learn More, Be the first to know about our latest Epiphone Texan Guitars. The aim of the Original Collection is to celebrate Epiphone's own contributions to the instrument world. Peter Frampton "1964" Texan, designed with guitar legend Peter Frampton. or Best Offer. The Texan has always been an original design by Epiphone and this reissue is very close to the 1960s original. 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