Epiphone Casino NA | 2006 Made in Korea (Peerless Factory)

Made in Korea at the Peerless factory. Fully hollow 5-ply maple body. Dual Dogear P-90 pickups. One-piece mahogany neck. Rosewood fingerboard. Weighs 2.7kg. Includes original hard shell case.
 
This 2006 Epiphone Casino NA is a standout example from the highly regarded Peerless factory in South Korea, known for superior craftsmanship. The fully hollow construction (no center block) provides resonance and acoustic depth. The lightweight 2.7kg body makes this guitar exceptionally resonant and enjoyable to play.
 
The guitar is in outstanding condition overall. The finish remains vibrant across the body and neck. No fretwear ensures smooth playability across the entire rosewood fingerboard. Two light dents on the face under the top f-hole and two small nicks on the headstock are the only notable signs of wear.
 
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $1,850
 
Key Features
Year: 2006
Made in: Korea (Peerless factory)
Serial: R06080341
Model: Casino NA
Finish: Natural
Body: Fully hollow, 5-ply laminated maple (no center block)
Neck: One-piece mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood with pearloid parallelogram inlays
Frets: 22 medium-jumbo (no fretwear)
Scale Length: 24.75"
Pickups: 2 x nickel-plated Dogear P-90 (single-coil)
Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-way toggle switch
Bridge: Tune-o-matic
Tailpiece: Chrome/nickel trapeze
Tuners: Vintage Deluxe
Weight: 2.7kg
Case: Original hard shell case included
 
Sound and Tone
The Dogear P-90s deliver bright, gritty and detailed vintage tone. The fully hollow maple body provides resonance, depth and acoustic response. The lightweight construction adds natural compression and air. The body is tight enough to prevent feedback issues, unlike larger hollow body guitars.
 
Feel and Playability
Lightweight 2.7kg body is comfortable for long sessions. No fretwear ensures smooth playability. The 24.75" scale and mahogany neck offer classic Gibson feel.
 
Condition
Outstanding overall condition. Finish vibrant across body and neck. No fretwear. Two light dents on the face under the top f-hole. Two small nicks on the headstock. Exceptionally well cared for. Original hard shell case included.
 
Background
The Epiphone Casino was introduced in 1961 and became famous as Paul McCartney's guitar of choice. The Peerless factory in South Korea (2004-2008) is widely regarded as producing some of the best Epiphone Casinos of the modern era, known for consistent quality and attention to detail. The Peerless factory is often compared to the quality of early 1990s Japanese models. These Korean-built Casinos are prized for their consistent fit and finish, lightweight materials and resonant hollow body construction. The Peerless factory also crafted high-quality archtop and acoustic guitars for brands like Gretsch, Fender and Alvarez.