1952 Epiphone Zephyr Regent Electric Archtop – Pre-Gibson "New York" Era (Serial #64412)
$ 2,199.00
A Golden-Era Masterpiece of Jazz History
Step back into the height of the archtop era with this stunning 1952 Epiphone Zephyr Regent. Carrying the serial number #64412, this very good condition instrument was crafted during Epiphone’s final years as an independent powerhouse before the Gibson merger. It represents the pinnacle of the "New York" design philosophy: bold, elegant, and tonally sophisticated.
Iconic Design & Construction
With its commanding 17 3/8" lower bout, this full-body archtop offers a natural resonance that felt-through the player's chest. The cutaway design allows for effortless access to the upper registers, while the "Notched Block" mother-of-pearl inlays and "Bikini" headstock logo provide the unmistakable aesthetic of 1950s luxury.
Collector's Note: Instrument #64412 is a prime example of the "Philadelphia transition" era. It retains all the classic NYC-sourced hardware and construction techniques that made Epiphone the primary rival to Gibson in the mid-20th century.
NOTES:
The following repairs / upgrades have been made to this guitar
- Refinished
- Humbucker Pickup Added
- Refretted
- New Tuners
SPECIFICATIONS
- Serial Number: #64412
- Model: Zephyr Regent
- Manufactured Date: 1952
- Manufactured Location: New York
- Weight: 7lbs 1.2oz
- Neck Width: 1.65" at Nut / 2.03" at 12th Fret
- Neck Depth: .97" at 1st Fret
- Body: Laminated Maple back/sides with a Spruce-contoured top.
- Neck: Multi-piece Maple with a comfortable, substantial "C" profile.
- Electronics: Master Volume & Tone.
- Hardware: Iconic Frequensator Tailpiece for balanced string tension.
- Scale Length: 25.5" for snappy response and projection.
- Case: Original Hard-Shell Case
- Case Candy: Not Included