Epiphone Sheraton Limited Edition - Viper Blue
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Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
• Emily Wolfe not only plays an Epiphone Sheraton, but she has her own signature models, the Emily Wolfe Sheraton Stealth and the White Wolfe.
• Matthew Followill of Kings of Leon has multiple sheratons in different finishes.
• John Lee Hooker mainly used a Sheraton.
• David Howell Evans, better known as The Edge of U2 has played a natural Sheraton II.
• Drake Levin of Paul Revere and The Raiders used a cherry red Sheraton.
• Ted Leo used a Sheraton for many years.
• Ezra Koenig plays a natural Epiphone Sheraton (no pickguard).
• Noel Gallagher played a Sunburst Sheraton and a Union Jack painted Sheraton. Epiphone released two "Supernova" guitars based on Noel's preference for the Sheraton body.
• Paul Arthurs has owned several Sheraton's in the past but is more often seen using the similar Epiphone Riviera.
• Brian Aubert plays a modified Sheraton.
• Tom Delonge plays an ebony Sheraton II in the "I Miss You" music video by Blink 182.
• Aaron Dessner of the National plays a Sheraton.
• Randy Randall of No Age plays a Sheraton.
• Ben Nichols of Lucero has played a natural Sheraton II for many years.
• Gem Archer of Oasis plays a cherry Sheraton.
• Dino "Zero" of Stolen Car plays an ebony Sheraton.
• Graham Day of The Prisoners plays a Sheraton.
• Paul Doucette of Matchbox Twenty plays a Natural finish Sheraton with Mini Humbuckers, and an Elitist Series Cherry finish Sheraton with Mini Humbuckers with Vibrato.
• Jens Lekman plays a sunburst Sheraton II.
• Scott Thurston of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
• Shimon Moore (ex-frontman) of Sick Puppies plays an ebony Epiphone Sheraton II.
• Shane Theriot uses Sheraton II, current Hall and Oates guitarist.
• Heath Fogg of Alabama Shakes plays a Sheraton II.
• John Primer uses a Sheraton II.
• Mike Graff of Course of Empire played a black Sheraton II with gold hardware and bigsby before it was stolen in 2000.
• Dax Riggs of Acid Bath, Agents of Oblivion, Deadboy and the Elephantmen and currently his solo project under the name Dax Riggs. He plays a white Sheraton II with gold trim.
• Devon Snow of Dysfunctional Coasting uses a Natural Sheraton II
• Tom Turci of The Shed Rats plays a late 1980s Sunburst Sheraton II
• Mick Cripps of L.A. Guns can be seen playing Epiphone Sheraton in the "Rip ant tear" video. The model he used was the Epiphone by Gibson Sheraton II 19861988 era.
• Leon Rhodes of Ernest Tubb's Texas Troubadours used a Sheraton while in the band from 1960 to 1966.
Specifications
BODYBody Type: Semi-hollowbody
Body Shape: Sheraton
Body Material: Layered Maple
Top Material: Maple
Color: Viper Blue
NECK
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: Slim Taper 60s C
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
Number of Frets: 22
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut Width: 1.69"
Nut Material: Graph Tech
HARDWARE
Bridge/Tailpiece: LockTone Tune-O-Matic with Frequensator Split Trapeze Tailpiece
Tuners: Wilkinson
Plating: Gold
ELECTRONICS
Neck Pickup: Epiphone ProBucker Mini-Humbucker
Bridge Pickup: Epiphone ProBucker Mini-Humbucker
Controls: 2 x volume, 2 x tone
Switching: 3-way toggle pickup switch
MISC
Strings: Gibson, .010-.046
Case/Gig Bag: Epiphone Gig Bag
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Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Sheraton Limited Edition - Viper Blue | 802380 |
