“A fresh chapter for Epiphone acoustics”: Gibson brings some of its most sought-after vintage gems to Epiphone’s Inspired by Custom range for the first time
Phil Weller
created: Aug. 6, 2025, 4:06 p.m. | updated: Aug. 13, 2025, 6:38 a.m.
Epiphone’s Inspired by Gibson Custom range is growing with the arrival of six new vintage-inspired and well-spec'd acoustic guitars.
The new additions include the 1942 Banner J-45, 1957 SJ-200, 1960 Hummingbird, 1963 Dove, Hummingbird Deluxe EC, and the Pre-War SJ-200 Rosewood.
(Image credit: Epihpone)As for the Epiphone Pre-War SJ-200 Rosewood ($1,499), the recreation of a rare, 1930s build, the same body woods combine, though it offers a two-piece maple neck with a D-profile.
“In close collaboration with the Gibson Custom team, we’ve reissued a new wave of era-accurate acoustics,” says Lewis McKinney, Brand Manager at Epiphone.
This launch marks a fresh chapter for Epiphone acoustics, and we can’t wait for players to experience them.”Head to Epiphone for more.
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