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Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 electric guitar in Heritage Cherry Sunburst with a solid body and dual humbucker pickups.
  • Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 electric guitar in Heritage Cherry Sunburst with a solid body and dual humbucker pickups.
  • Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 electric guitar in Heritage Cherry Sunburst with a solid body and dual pickups.
Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 - Heritage Cherry Sunburst

Brand: Epiphone

Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 - Heritage Cherry Sunburst

SKU: 8500174
$349.00
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Description

The Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 delivers the iconic Les Paul experience in a streamlined, accessible form designed for modern players. Built for those seeking classic rock tone and effortless playability, it offers a bold, energetic voice suited for practice, rehearsal, and live performance. With its unmistakable Les Paul heritage and player-focused design, this model stands as an ideal entry point into one of the most legendary guitar families in music history.

Features 

  • Bolt-on 60s SlimTaper D neck profile delivers fast, comfortable playability ideal for modern players.
  • Poplar body construction provides a lightweight feel with balanced tonal response and solid resonance.
  • Dual Epiphone ceramic single-coil pickups offer bright, articulate tone with strong output and clarity.
  • 3-way pickup selector enables versatile tonal combinations for rhythm and lead performance.
  • 24.75" scale length enhances string flexibility and smooth bending response.
  • Laurel fingerboard with 12" radius ensures comfortable fretting and consistent playability across the neck.
  • Medium jumbo frets support effortless bends, improved control, and clean note articulation.
  • Compensated wraparound bridge improves sustain, tuning stability, and simplified setup.
  • Adjustable truss rod allows reliable neck relief control for long-term stability.
  • Nickel hardware delivers a classic look with durable, stage-ready performance.

Specifications

General
Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75"
Body Shape: Les Paul
Finish: Nickel Hardware

Body
Body Material: Poplar
Binding: None
Pickguard: White SL Style

Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Joint: Bolt-On
Neck Profile: 60s SlimTaper D
Fingerboard Material: Laurel
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12"
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Inlays: Dot
Nut Width: 43.0 mm / 1.69"
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 Wrap Around
Control Knobs: Black ABS “Top Hat”
Strap Buttons: 2 (Bottom and Shoulder)
Switch Tip: Black
Tuner Plating: Nickel
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Service & Repairs

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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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