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Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 electric guitar in ebony finish, showcasing its sleek body and dual humbucker pickups.

Brand: Epiphone

Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 Electric Guitar - Ebony

SKU: 8500175
$349.00
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Description

The Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 offers an accessible entry into the legendary Les Paul family, delivering classic rock-inspired performance in a streamlined and player-friendly design. Built for beginners and evolving musicians alike, it captures the spirit of iconic guitar tone with a modern, easy-to-play feel. Designed to inspire confidence and creativity, this model brings authentic Les Paul character to a more approachable and versatile platform.

Features 

  • Bolt-on 1960s SlimTaper™ neck profile delivers fast, comfortable playability with a classic feel.
  • Poplar body construction provides a lightweight design with balanced resonance and solid tonal response.
  • Dual Epiphone ceramic single-coil pickups deliver bright, punchy tone with strong clarity and articulation.
  • 3-way toggle switching enables versatile tonal combinations for rhythm and lead versatility.
  • 24.75" scale length enhances string flexibility and smooth bending performance.
  • Medium jumbo frets support easy playability, clean fretting, and expressive note control.
  • Compensated wraparound bridge improves tuning stability, sustain, and simplified setup.
  • 12" fingerboard radius ensures comfortable playability across chords and lead work.
  • Adjustable truss rod allows reliable neck relief control and long-term stability.

Specifications 

General
Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in

Body
Body Styles: Les Paul
Body Shape: Les Paul
Body Material: Poplar
Binding: None
Pickguard: White SL Style

Neck
Neck Profile: 1960s SlimTaper™ D-Shape
Neck Joint: Bolt-On
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Nut Width: 43.0 mm / 1.692 in
Inlays: Dot
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Bell Shaped, 2-Layer (Black/White), Blank

Electronics
Neck Pickup: Epiphone 650SCR™ Ceramic Single-Coil
Bridge Pickup: Epiphone 700SCT™ Ceramic Single-Coil
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching: 3-Way Toggle Switch

Hardware
Bridge: Epiphone Lightning Bar Compensated Wraparound
Control Knobs: Black ABS “Top Hat”
Switch Tip: Black
Strap Buttons: 2 (Bottom and Shoulder)
Hardware Finish: Nickel

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Service & Repairs

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Shipping & Returns

We ship Australia-wide with reliable couriers, dispatching most orders within two business days. Unopened items can be returned within 7 days for a refund, while opened items may be eligible for store credit.

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