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Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Reissue A/E Left-Handed Guitar with Case

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    A Legend Returns to the Roost
    Let's face it: some guitars just have it. That indefinable mojo that makes you want to strum until your fingers beg for mercy. The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Reissue is dripping with it. This isn't just a wooden box with strings; it's a time machine disguised as a musical instrument, transporting you straight back to the folk-rock explosion of the early '60s. We're talking about a faithful recreation of one of the most recognizable acoustics ever built, a square-shouldered strummer that has graced the hands of everyone from Elvis to Tom Petty.


    A Dove That Roars
    Why did the original Dove become such an icon? It wasn't just the pretty bird on the pickguard. It was the sound. This reissue captures that sonic magic with uncanny precision.

    • Maple Magic: While its cousin, the Hummingbird, is known for mahogany warmth, the Dove is all about maple muscle. The solid figured maple back and sides give this guitar a bright, clear voice that projects like a cannon. It’s got a bit more bass than you might expect, offering a balanced tone that sits perfectly in a mix.
    • Aged to Perfection: We didn't just slap a fresh top on this bird. The solid spruce top is thermally aged, meaning it's been treated to simulate decades of playing. Right out of the case, you get that sweet, open, broken-in sound that usually takes a lifetime to achieve.
    • Stage-Ready Thunder: Need to plug in? No problem. The built-in L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC preamp system is practically invisible but sonically massive. It captures every nuance of the wood's vibration without that nasty "quack" you get from lesser pickups.


    Dressed to Impress
    The Dove has always been a looker, and this 1963 Reissue pulls no punches in the style department. It's dressed to the nines and ready for the spotlight.

    • Ornate Ornamentation: From the split parallelogram mother-of-pearl inlays on the bound rosewood fretboard to the iconic dove-shaped bridge with its own pearloid birds, every inch of this guitar screams luxury.
    • Feel the History: The one-piece mahogany neck features a comfortable rounded profile that feels like shaking hands with an old friend. Combined with the 25.5” scale length, it offers a snappy string tension that drives the top hard for maximum volume.
    • Details that Matter: We’re talking Kluson Waffleback tuners, a bone nut and saddle, and that classic "open book" headstock shape. It's the little things that make a big difference.



    Fly High with the Dove
    Don't settle for a pale imitation when you can have the real deal. The Epiphone 1963 Dove Reissue offers vintage vibes, modern playability, and a voice that demands to be heard. Whether you're a strummer, a picker, or a grinner, this bird is ready to sing. Add this piece of history to your collection today and let your music take flight.

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    Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Reissue A/E Left-Handed Guitar with Case Specifications

    Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Reissue A/E Left-Handed Guitar with Case Specifications
    Product Specifications
    • Body Shape: Dove
    • Top: Thermally Aged Solid Spruce
    • Back/Sides: Solid Figured Maple
    • Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Brace; Quarter-Sawn, Solid Spruce
    • Binding: Multi-Ply Top and Back, Single-Ply Fretboard
    • Neck: One Piece Mahogany, Thermally Aged
    • Profile: Rounded
    • Nut Width: 1.69”/42.862mm
    • Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
    • Scale Length: 25.5”/647.7mm
    • Number of frets: 20
    • Nut: Bone
    • Inlay: Mother of Pearl Split Parallelogram
    • Bridge: Dove; Rosewood with Mother-of-Pearl Dove Inlays
    • Tuners: Kluson Waffleback with Metal Keystone Button
    • Plating: Nickel
    • Under Saddle Pickup: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC
    • Controls: Soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone
    • Included: Red Line-inspired Hardshell with Inspired by Gibson Custom Graphics
    • Finish: Natural
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