Epiphone Masterbilt Frontier Viper BL
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Epiphone
Masterbilt Frontier Viper BL
Product Info
Article Number:
576759
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
Masterbilt Frontier Viper BL
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,043.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Frontier Viper BL is a seriously impressive acoustic. The solid woods give it a surprisingly mature tone, and the Fishman pickup makes it stage-ready. It's a great choice for singer-songwriters or players looking for a vintage-inspired dreadnought with a bit of edge – a real workhorse instrument.
Product Description
- Epiphone Masterbilt Frontier Viper BL
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back and sides: Solid maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard and bridge: Laurel
- Pearloid Split Block Rectangle fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 648 mm (25.512")
- Nut width: 43.80 mm
- Neck profile: C
- 20 Frets
- Pickup system: Fishman Sonitone
- Rope and Cactus pickguard
- Bone bridge and saddle
- Colour: Viper Blue
- Includes Premium gig bag
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers surprising clarity and projection for the price.
- • Solid maple back and sides add warmth and focused midrange response.
- • Fishman Sonitone pickup system provides a natural amplified tone, surprisingly good.
- • Laurel fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and a unique visual appeal.
CONS
- • Solid maple construction can feel a little stiff initially; needs a break-in period.
- • Viper Blue finish, while striking, might not appeal to everyone’s aesthetic.
- • The 'C' neck profile is comfortable but may be too thin for some players.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Maple
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Laurel
Scale Length
648 mm (25.512")
Frets
20
Electronics
Fishman Sonitone
Weight
1.9 kg (4.2 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a step above the typical piezo; it captures more of the guitar’s natural resonance, offering a more organic amplified sound, though it's not a high-end studio system.
The 'C' profile is relatively slim, so those with larger hands might find it a bit narrow, though it's generally considered comfortable for most.
While maple can be bright, the solid spruce top balances it out nicely, providing a well-rounded tone with good sustain and a pleasant warmth – not overly bright at all.
