The 1964 Epiphone Crestwood Custom is a legendary gem from Gibson's "Golden Era." During this period, Epiphone instruments were crafted at the Gibson factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan, following the same high quality standards and using the same premium materials as their Gibson siblings. This particular specimen is in wonderful condition and is an absolute must-have for connoisseurs and collectors.

​Design and Construction

• ​Body: Solid mahogany – the Crestwood is known for its slender, symmetrical double-cutaway body, providing extremely easy access to the highest frets.
• Finish: Walnut – the dark brown finish accentuates the fine grain of the mahogany, giving the guitar a particularly noble and earthy vintage look.
• Neck: Set mahogany neck – a slim, fast neck profile typical of the mid-60s that offers first-class playing comfort.
• Fretboard: High-quality rosewood with elegant pearl oval inlays.
• Headstock: Distinctive "Batwing" headstock with six tuners on one side – an iconic design feature of Epiphone models from this era.

Electronics and Hardware

​This Crestwood Custom is unmolested and features the highly sought-after original configuration:

• ​Pickups: Two original mini-humbuckers. These pickups are famous for their snap and clarity, paired with the typical punch of a humbucker.

​Pickup Readings:

Neck: 6.82 kΩ

Bridge: 7.24 kΩ

• ​Electronics: The circuit is original and untouched; the solder joints are in "factory original" condition.
• Hardware: Original tremolo with the Epiphone logo on the wood block, original bridge, and period-correct control knobs.

​Condition & Playability

• ​Condition: Wonderful & Unmolested. An exceptionally well-preserved instrument that has been handled with the utmost care over the decades. It is rare to find a Crestwood from this era in such authentic original condition.
• Feel: The guitar is lightweight, resonant, and offers immediate response. The neck fits perfectly in the hand, inviting hours of playing.
• Accessories: The guitar comes in a sturdy Gibson hardshell case (non-original) that provides secure protection.

​Summary

​The 1964 Epiphone Crestwood Custom is an icon of US guitar building. As a direct competitor to the Gibson SG, it offers a unique, characterful sound and a design that remains modern to this day. An unmolested collector's item in wonderful condition that stands out in any collection, both tonally and visually.

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