Epiphone Emperor II NA Hollowbody Electric Guitar 2006 - Natural Finish

Epiphone Joe Pass Emperor II – Natural – Bigsby Tremolo – w/ Gator Hard Case

This is a beautifully resonant Epiphone Joe Pass Emperor II hollowbody electric guitar in a classy natural finish, upgraded with a Bigsby vibrato tailpiece for extra expression and vintage flair. Built with high-quality craftsmanship (Korea, 2006), this guitar is ideal for jazz, blues, and classic rock stylings.

Specs:

• Model: Joe Pass Emperor II
• Serial Number: U06021512 (Korea, 2006)
• Body: Laminated maple back and sides, spruce top
• Neck: Maple, set neck
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with block mother-of-pearl inlays
• Scale Length: 24.75”
• Pickups: Dual Epiphone humbuckers
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way toggle switch
• Bridge: Floating rosewood with tune-o-matic saddle
• Tailpiece: Bigsby vibrato (PAT. NO. D-169,120)
• Binding: Multi-ply on body, neck, and headstock
• Headstock Inlay: Signature floral pearl inlay + faint/scratched “Joe Pass” signature
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
• Finish: Natural
• Made in: Korea

Condition:

Very good vintage condition. The electronics and hardware are fully functional. The pickup covers show light oxidation, and there’s cosmetic wear around the truss rod cover where the “Joe Pass” signature is partially rubbed off (see close-up photo). Binding, frets, and tuners are in great shape. Plays well with low action and smooth tone.

Includes:

• Gator hard shell case
• Attached shoulder strap

This Emperor II offers classic jazz-box tone, reliable build quality, and iconic vintage styling—enhanced with a Bigsby for extra soul and stage presence.