Best Epiphone Heavy Guitars 2025

Premium Epiphone heavy guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Metal For Hard Rock For Progressive For Djent For Metalcore For Death Metal

BRANDS: ESP Jackson Harley Benton Solar Guitars Gibson Schecter Kramer Guitars Epiphone Framus

Epiphone Prophecy Extura ABTB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone Prophecy Extura ABTB

by Epiphone

Progressive Djent Metal

Key Feature:

• High-output pickups for distortion

✓ PROS

• Great for palm muting
• High-output pickups for distortion

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• Limited clean tone versatility

Epiphone Prophecy Extura ABTBElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern CollectionBody: MahoganyTop: flamed...

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 588500

$987

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Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged JBM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged JBM

by Epiphone

Death Metal Hard Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• Designed for high-gain amplifiers

✓ PROS

• Great for palm muting
• Solid construction for heavy playing

✗ CONS

• May be too aggressive for other genres
• Often heavier than standard guitars

Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged JBMElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern CollectionBody: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 588298

$1,093

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Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged BTB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged BTB

by Epiphone

Metal Djent Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Solid construction for heavy playing

✓ PROS

• Extended range capabilities
• Solid construction for heavy playing

✗ CONS

• May be too aggressive for other genres
• Complex electronics in some models

Epiphone Flying V Prophecy Aged BTBElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern CollectionBody: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 588303

$1,099

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Epiphone Flying V Ebony - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Epiphone Flying V Ebony

by Epiphone

Progressive Hard Rock Metalcore

Key Feature:

• Great for palm muting

✓ PROS

• Designed for high-gain amplifiers
• Great for palm muting

✗ CONS

• Often heavier than standard guitars
• Complex electronics in some models

Epiphone Flying V EbonyElectric GuitarInspired by the Gibson CollectionBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFretboard: Indian...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 482581

$659

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Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged Nat. LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged Nat. LH

by Epiphone

Progressive Death Metal Metal

Key Feature:

• Great for palm muting

✓ PROS

• Great for palm muting
• Designed for high-gain amplifiers

✗ CONS

• Requires high-gain amplification
• Limited clean tone versatility

Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged Nat. LHElectric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: KorinaNeck: KorinaFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 562208

$1,198

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Epiphone Jimi Hendrix "Love Drops" V - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone Jimi Hendrix "Love Drops" V

by Epiphone

Hard Rock Progressive Death Metal

Key Feature:

• High-output pickups for distortion

✓ PROS

• High-output pickups for distortion
• Extended range capabilities

✗ CONS

• Requires high-gain amplification
• Often heavier than standard guitars

Epiphone Jimi Hendrix "Love Drops" VElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson CustomJimi Hendrix Signature ModelBody:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 591707

$1,869

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Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V EB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V EB

by Epiphone

Metal Djent Metalcore

Key Feature:

• Great for palm muting

✓ PROS

• Solid construction for heavy playing
• Great for palm muting

✗ CONS

• Often heavier than standard guitars
• Limited clean tone versatility

Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V EBElectric GuitarKirk Hammett (Metallica) Signature ModelBody: MahoganyGlued-in...

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 569595

$1,232

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Epiphone Prophecy Extura AJBM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone Prophecy Extura AJBM

by Epiphone

Hard Rock Djent Metal

Key Feature:

• Solid construction for heavy playing

✓ PROS

• Solid construction for heavy playing
• Great for palm muting

✗ CONS

• Often heavier than standard guitars
• Requires high-gain amplification

Epiphone Prophecy Extura AJBMElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern CollectionBody: MahoganyTop: flamed...

⭐ 4.5/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 588502

$1,264

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Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged Natural

by Epiphone

Hard Rock Death Metal Metalcore

Key Feature:

• High-output pickups for distortion

✓ PROS

• Designed for high-gain amplifiers
• Extended range capabilities

✗ CONS

• Often heavier than standard guitars
• May be too aggressive for other genres

Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged NaturalElectric GuitarBody: KorinaNeck: KorinaFingerboard: Indian LaurelWhite dot...

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 549147

$1,161

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Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged Nat. LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged Nat. LH

by Epiphone

Hard Rock Metalcore Death Metal

Key Feature:

• High-output pickups for distortion

✓ PROS

• Designed for high-gain amplifiers
• Solid construction for heavy playing

✗ CONS

• May be too aggressive for other genres
• Complex electronics in some models

Epiphone Flying V Korina Aged Nat. LHElectric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: KorinaNeck: KorinaFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 562212

$1,264

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Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged Natural

by Epiphone

Metal Djent Metalcore

Key Feature:

• Extended range capabilities

✓ PROS

• High-output pickups for distortion
• Extended range capabilities

✗ CONS

• May be too aggressive for other genres
• Often heavier than standard guitars

Epiphone Korina Explorer Aged NaturalElectric GuitarBody: KorinaNeck: KorinaFingerboard: Indian LaurelWhite dot...

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 549146

$1,208

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How to Choose the Best Heavy Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced heavy guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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