Epiphone J-180 LS Ebony
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Epiphone
J-180 LS Ebony
Product Info
Article Number:
588218
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
J-180 LS Ebony
Category:
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,153.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This J-180 LS Ebony is a seriously impressive instrument for the price. The solid woods give it a rich, mature acoustic voice, and the LR Baggs pickup makes it stage-ready. It's perfect for singer-songwriters or players who want that classic Gibson vibe without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Epiphone J-180 LS Ebony
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Inspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern Collection
- Style: small jumbo
- Top: solid thermally aged sitka spruce
- Back and sides: solid mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Mother-of-Pearl stars
- Scale: 649 mm (25.551")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.693")
- Nut: Bone
- Neck profile: rounded C
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: LR Baggs VTC pickup system
- Bridge: Rosewood
- Epiphone Deluxe machine heads with nickel-plated keystone knobs
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
- Includes Epiphone IGC case
PROS
- • Solid thermally aged spruce top delivers surprising clarity and warmth.
- • LR Baggs VTC pickup system offers excellent amplified tone and feedback resistance.
- • Rosewood fingerboard and bone nut contribute to smooth playability and sustain.
- • Mahogany back and sides provide a balanced, focused acoustic response.
CONS
- • High-gloss ebony finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
- • The small jumbo body may be slightly less comfortable for larger players.
- • The rounded C neck profile isn't ideal for all playing styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
649 mm (25.551")
Frets
20
Electronics
LR Baggs VTC Pickup System
Weight
6.8 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thermal aging loosens the wood's cellular structure, resulting in a more open and resonant tone, similar to what you'd expect from a much older, naturally aged instrument.
Yes, the VTC is known for its simplicity and versatility; it provides a clean, amplified signal that works well across a range of setups without needing extensive tweaking.
The rounded C profile is similar to many Gibson necks, but slightly thinner, offering a comfortable feel for a wide range of players; it's not as chunky as some vintage Gibsons.
