{"product_id":"2006-epiphone-dot-cherry-red-semi-hollow-electric-guitar-used","title":"2006 Epiphone Dot Cherry Red Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar, (Used)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot in Cherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautifully styled semi-hollow electric guitar that captures the timeless appearance, warm tonal character and exceptional versatility of the legendary Gibson ES-335 design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining classic double-cutaway styling with traditional semi-hollow construction, the Epiphone Dot has become a favourite among guitarists seeking vintage-inspired looks and expressive humbucker tones without the premium price of an American-made Gibson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular instrument dates to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with serial number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEE06023594\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, identifying it as an early-2006 Chinese-made Epiphone produced at the Qingdao facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dot features a laminated maple body with a solid mahogany centre block, combining the natural resonance of a hollowbody instrument with the improved sustain and feedback control of a semi-hollow design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts traditional set maple neck, rosewood fingerboard and 22-fret construction provide a comfortable playing experience, while the familiar 24.75-inch scale length offers the expressive string response associated with classic Gibson-style guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original model specification features a pair of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Alnico Classic humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing a versatile selection of tones ranging from warm jazz cleans and expressive blues to crunchy classic rock rhythm sounds and sustaining lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual volume and tone controls for each pickup allow players to shape their sound precisely, while the traditional three-way pickup selector provides immediate access to neck, bridge and combined pickup sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished in a striking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Epiphone Dot features the elegant double-cutaway body, traditional f-holes, chrome hardware and understated dot fingerboard inlays that have made the design so enduring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs (approximately 3.72kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and comes complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor musicians seeking a versatile semi-hollow electric guitar with vintage styling, expressive dual-humbucker sounds and the character of an older Epiphone instrument, this 2006 Dot is an excellent choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEE06023594\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs \/ 3.72kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot Cherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, indicating some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar features the iconic Cherry Red finish, traditional double-cutaway body shape and elegant styling associated with classic semi-hollow electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts attractive appearance is complemented by the familiar Epiphone Dot appointments, including traditional f-holes, a bound body, dot fingerboard inlays and chrome-style hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a guitar manufactured in 2006, this example offers the appeal of an older Epiphone instrument with classic semi-hollow styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study the accompanying photographs carefully for a closer assessment of its individual cosmetic condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number \u0026amp; Manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number: EE06023594\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe serial number follows Epiphone's factory-prefix numbering system used during this period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory code EE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Qingdao, China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction month:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction sequence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3594\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis identifies the guitar as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary 2006 Epiphone Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured in China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight – 8.2 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular Epiphone Dot weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs (approximately 3.72kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts weight provides a substantial playing feel associated with traditional semi-hollow electric guitars while remaining suitable for rehearsals, recording and live performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Epiphone Dot comes complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing practical protection during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA suitable hardcase is particularly beneficial for a semi-hollow instrument, helping protect the body, neck and finish when travelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot Cherry Red Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot features an adjustable truss rod, Tune-O-Matic-style bridge and stopbar tailpiece, allowing appropriate adjustment of neck relief, string height and intonation. Regular attention to the frets, nut slots, pickup height, electronics and tuning machines helps maintain consistent playability and tuning performance. Its semi-hollow construction also benefits from careful storage and handling. As with all guitars, setup can naturally change due to variations in humidity, temperature and other environmental conditions, potentially affecting neck relief, string action and overall playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An earlier example of Epiphone's popular ES-335-inspired semi-hollow guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Cherry Red Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Timeless styling inspired by traditional 1960s electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaminated Maple Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides a lively, articulate tonal response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany Centre Block:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adds sustain and helps control unwanted acoustic feedback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-Cutaway Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comfortable access to the upper frets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Maple Neck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional construction with a responsive playing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlimTaper D Neck Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comfortable, accessible neck dimensions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Fingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional playing surface with understated dot inlays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 Frets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Familiar playing range for rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75-Inch Scale Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comfortable string tension and expressive bending response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Alnico Classic Pickup Specification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Versatile humbucker tones for blues, jazz and rock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Pickup Selector:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Neck, combined and bridge pickup positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual Volume \u0026amp; Tone Controls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Independent tonal adjustment for each pickup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTune-O-Matic Bridge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Practical adjustment of string intonation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStopbar Tailpiece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional solid string anchoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-Inspired F-Holes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic semi-hollow appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lb Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A substantial, reassuring playing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Convenient protection during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An appealing used semi-hollow electric guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot offers a fantastic combination of traditional semi-hollow styling, comfortable playability and outstanding musical versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts Cherry Red finish and classic double-cutaway body immediately evoke the golden era of electric guitar design, while the semi-hollow construction provides a character that feels different from a conventional solid-body guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laminated maple body and mahogany centre block offer a useful balance of resonance, sustain and feedback resistance, making the Dot suitable for everything from clean jazz arrangements to moderately driven rock guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts dual-humbucker configuration provides the warmth and fullness associated with classic Gibson-style instruments, while the individual pickup controls allow for a wide variety of tonal combinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor blues players, the Dot offers expressive sounds that respond beautifully to picking dynamics and amplifier overdrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jazz musicians, the neck pickup position provides the warm, rounded character suited to chord melody and melodic improvisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor rock and indie guitarists, the bridge pickup offers plenty of attack and definition for rhythm parts and singing lead sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example also has the appeal of being a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining an established design with the character of a guitar that has already enjoyed years of musical use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic ES-335-Inspired Semi-Hollow Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot takes inspiration from the Gibson ES-335, one of the most influential electric guitar designs ever produced. Its distinctive double-cutaway body, traditional f-holes and semi-hollow construction provide the familiar appearance associated with classic blues, jazz and rock recordings. The design offers a versatile alternative to conventional solid-body guitars, combining an acoustic-influenced response with the practical performance of an electric instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaminated Maple Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dot features laminated maple construction, with maple used for the top, back and sides. This traditional semi-hollow body design provides a balanced tonal foundation, offering clear articulation, warm midrange character and a lively response. Laminated maple construction is closely associated with classic ES-335-style guitars, providing the strength and consistency required for a professional amplified instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany Centre Block\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA key feature of the Epiphone Dot is its internal mahogany centre block, which runs through the central section of the body. This construction helps provide sustain and reduces the tendency towards uncontrolled acoustic feedback compared with a fully hollow electric guitar. The result is an instrument that combines some of the resonance associated with hollowbody designs with greater flexibility for amplified blues and rock playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful Cherry Red Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cherry Red finish gives this 2006 Epiphone Dot a classic appearance inspired by traditional 1960s semi-hollow electric guitars. Its rich red colour complements the elegant double-cutaway shape, bound body and traditional f-holes. Combined with chrome hardware and understated fingerboard inlays, the finish creates a timeless look suitable for virtually any musical environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Maple Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2006 Epiphone Dot specification features a set maple neck, providing a solid connection between the neck and body. This construction complements the instrument's semi-hollow design and offers a familiar playing experience for guitarists accustomed to traditional Gibson-style electric guitars. Its comfortable profile makes the Dot particularly suitable for chord-based rhythm guitar and expressive melodic playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlimTaper D Neck Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SlimTaper D neck profile provides a comfortable shape designed to accommodate a wide range of playing techniques. Its relatively accessible contour supports smooth movement along the fingerboard, making it suitable for rhythm guitar, blues phrasing and lead playing. For guitarists who appreciate traditional styling but prefer a comfortable neck, the Dot offers an appealing balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Fingerboard \u0026amp; Dot Inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rosewood fingerboard provides a traditional playing surface with the warmth and familiarity associated with classic electric guitars. Simple dot position markers give the Epiphone Dot its name and contribute to the instrument's understated vintage appearance. The 22-fret layout and 12-inch radius provide a practical combination for chord playing, melodic improvisation and expressive string bending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional 24.75-Inch Scale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot features a 24.75-inch scale length, following the familiar dimensions of classic Gibson-style electric guitars. This provides comfortable string tension, making it particularly appealing for expressive bends, vibrato and smooth melodic playing. The shorter scale also contributes to the traditional feel of the instrument, especially when paired with its dual-humbucker configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual Alnico Humbucker Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Epiphone Dot specification includes Alnico Classic-style humbucking pickups, designed to offer the warmth and versatility associated with traditional semi-hollow electric guitars. The neck pickup provides a rounded, expressive sound suitable for jazz, blues and clean rhythm playing, while the bridge pickup offers greater definition and attack for rock and more assertive lead guitar. Together, they provide a broad range of useful tones that can be tailored through the instrument's independent controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual Volume \u0026amp; Tone Controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dot features two volume controls and two tone controls, allowing each pickup to be adjusted independently. This traditional arrangement provides greater flexibility than a simplified master volume and tone setup. Players can balance the level of the neck and bridge pickups, reduce brightness for warmer sounds or create contrasting pickup settings for different sections of a performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Pickup Selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe traditional three-way toggle switch provides quick access to the neck pickup, bridge pickup or both pickups together. The neck position is particularly suited to smooth, warm tones, while the bridge provides additional bite and articulation. The combined position offers a balanced sound suitable for clean chord work, rhythm guitar and melodic arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTune-O-Matic Bridge \u0026amp; Stopbar Tailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot uses the traditional Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece configuration associated with classic Gibson-style electric guitars. The bridge provides individual saddle adjustment for accurate intonation, while the stopbar tailpiece offers dependable string anchoring. The simple, proven design makes routine string changes and setup adjustments straightforward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Blues, Jazz \u0026amp; Rock Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the greatest strengths of the Epiphone Dot is its ability to accommodate a wide range of musical styles. Through a clean amplifier, it can produce warm jazz tones and articulate rhythm sounds. With moderate overdrive, it delivers expressive blues and classic rock character, while higher-gain settings provide more aggressive sounds when feedback is appropriately managed. This versatility makes the Dot particularly appealing to musicians who play multiple genres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlues Guitarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expressive humbucker tones and semi-hollow resonance are ideal for traditional and contemporary blues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz Musicians:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warm neck pickup sounds suit chord melody, comping and melodic improvisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Rock Players:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A versatile instrument for rhythm guitar and sustaining lead sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndie \u0026amp; Alternative Guitarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional semi-hollow styling and versatile electronics provide a distinctive alternative to solid-body guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinger-Songwriters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent for clean accompaniment, blues-influenced playing and recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Enthusiasts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An appealing 2006 example of one of Epiphone's most recognisable electric guitar designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaying Styles \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot is particularly well suited to blues, jazz, classic rock, indie, alternative rock, soul, country-influenced music and vintage-inspired pop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts semi-hollow construction provides a lively playing response, while the dual-humbucker design allows players to explore a broad range of sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor blues and classic rock, the instrument works particularly well through a responsive valve amplifier with light or moderate overdrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jazz, reducing the tone control on the neck pickup provides a warmer, more rounded sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor indie and alternative styles, the Dot can be combined with reverb, modulation and delay effects to create atmospheric clean sounds and textured overdrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Dot vs Gibson ES-335\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gibson ES-335 is the original inspiration behind the Epiphone Dot, sharing the familiar double-cutaway semi-hollow design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth guitars offer the characteristic combination of a laminated body, central block and dual-humbucker arrangement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot provides a more accessible alternative to an American-made Gibson ES-335, retaining the traditional styling and versatile tonal character associated with this classic design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Dot vs Epiphone ES-335\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe later Epiphone ES-335 range continues the classic semi-hollow formula with updated specifications, pickups and cosmetic appointments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe earlier Dot features its own period-correct styling, understated fingerboard inlays and traditional electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers interested in older Epiphone instruments may find this 2006 example particularly appealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Dot vs Epiphone Casino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough both guitars have classic double-cutaway bodies, their construction and electronics are significantly different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Casino is a fully hollow guitar traditionally fitted with P-90 single-coil pickups, while the Dot uses semi-hollow construction with an internal centre block and humbuckers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dot generally offers greater resistance to feedback at higher amplifier volumes, while the Casino provides its own distinctive fully hollow response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone Dot Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot was introduced as an accessible interpretation of the legendary Gibson ES-335 design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original ES-335, introduced in 1958, transformed electric guitar design by combining a semi-hollow body with a central solid block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis approach offered guitarists an instrument capable of producing the warmth and resonance of hollowbody guitars while improving sustain and controlling feedback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the decades, the ES-335 design became associated with countless blues, jazz and rock musicians, establishing itself as one of the most versatile electric guitars ever created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot continued this legacy with its straightforward styling, traditional construction and dual-humbucker electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts elegant Cherry Red finish and understated dot fingerboard inlays capture the timeless appearance of early semi-hollow electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represents an earlier production example of a design that remains popular with guitarists seeking classic tone and traditional style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpiphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Month\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQingdao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEE06023594\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble Cutaway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaminated Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaminated Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre Block\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlimTaper D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12\" \/ 304.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75\" \/ 628.65mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Pickup Configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual Alnico Humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Volume, 2 Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Toggle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTune-O-Matic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStopbar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Strings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs \/ Approx. 3.72kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot features conventional passive guitar electronics and does not require a battery or external power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar connects to a suitable amplifier, effects processor or audio interface using a standard ¼-inch instrument cable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music Expert Verdict\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006 Epiphone Dot Cherry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fantastic example of a classic semi-hollow electric guitar design that has remained popular with guitarists for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts traditional laminated maple body, internal centre block and dual-humbucker configuration provide an excellent balance of warmth, clarity and versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cherry Red finish gives the instrument an unmistakable vintage-inspired appearance, while the set neck and familiar 24.75-inch scale provide a comfortable playing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts original model design is particularly well suited to blues, jazz and classic rock, but it remains versatile enough for indie, soul and contemporary music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example dates to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and comes complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it is an attractive option for musicians seeking the timeless style and expressive tonal character of a traditional semi-hollow guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Suited For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blues, jazz, classic rock, indie and vintage-inspired guitarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers Usually Upgrade From:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Entry-level solid-body electric guitars, basic semi-hollow instruments and beginner dual-humbucker guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost Commonly Paired With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender-style clean valve amplifiers, Marshall-style amplifiers, overdrive pedals, spring reverb and analogue delay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For warm blues and jazz sounds, start with the neck pickup and gently reduce the tone control. The bridge pickup offers a more assertive response for rhythm guitar and classic rock leads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShowroom Advice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Epiphone Dot offers a different physical playing experience from a conventional solid-body electric guitar. Its larger semi-hollow body and 8.2 lb weight are worth considering when choosing a guitar for extended standing performances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying a pre-owned Epiphone Dot from Fair Deal Music provides an opportunity to own a classic semi-hollow electric guitar at an attractive alternative to purchasing new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur experienced team understands the importance of accurate condition grading, clear specifications and transparent information about included accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular guitar is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dates to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.2 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and comes complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing pre-owned equipment can provide excellent value while extending the useful life of quality musical instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty, Returns \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a pre-owned electric guitar, with its condition and confirmed accessories detailed above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicable warranty and returns arrangements are governed by Fair Deal Music's current terms, with available UK delivery and showroom collection options provided at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included hardcase provides valuable protection during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased in Birmingham, Fair Deal Music specialises in new, used, vintage and collectable guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects pedals, keyboards and professional audio equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur experienced team of musicians provides knowledgeable advice and personal service, helping customers find instruments suited to their playing styles and requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers benefit from competitive pricing, UK delivery options, our Birmingham showroom and part-exchange services.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Exchange – Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges a wide range of musical equipment, including Epiphone and Gibson semi-hollow guitars, electric guitars, acoustic guitars, basses, amplifiers and effects pedals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour existing equipment could help towards the cost of this Epiphone Dot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat condition is this Epiphone Dot in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is presented in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition, indicating some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the guitar come with a case?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A hardcase is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat year was this Epiphone Dot manufactured?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe serial number identifies it as a 2006 model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat month was it manufactured?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary 2006.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere was this guitar manufactured?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was manufactured at Epiphone's Qingdao facility in China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the serial number?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEE06023594.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the EE serial prefix mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEE identifies Epiphone electric guitar production at the Qingdao factory in China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colour is the guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features a traditional Cherry Red finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much does it weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example weighs 8.2 lbs, approximately 3.72kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Epiphone Dot a semi-hollow guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It uses semi-hollow construction with an internal solid centre block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the body made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2006 Dot specification features laminated maple for the top, back and sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have a centre block?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The original model features a mahogany centre block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it inspired by the Gibson ES-335?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The Dot follows the traditional ES-335-style double-cutaway semi-hollow design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat pickups did the original model use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe period model specification included Epiphone Alnico Classic humbuckers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have individual pickup controls?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The standard layout features separate volume and tone controls for each pickup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow many frets does the Epiphone Dot have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features 22 frets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses a 24.75-inch scale length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the fingerboard made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2006 model specification features a rosewood fingerboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for blues guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The semi-hollow construction and dual humbuckers make the Dot particularly well suited to blues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used for jazz?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The warm neck pickup sounds and traditional semi-hollow response are ideal for jazz guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for classic rock?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its humbucker configuration works well with clean, crunchy and moderately driven amplifier settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for recording?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The Dot provides versatile clean and driven guitar sounds suitable for studio work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it require a battery?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Its passive guitar electronics do not require battery power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I part-exchange another guitar towards this Epiphone Dot?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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