Epiphone L-00 Standard - Vintage Sunburst

Step back into the golden age of acoustic blues with the Epiphone L-00 Standard. This "parlor-style" powerhouse traces its lineage back to the 1930s, offering a focused, punchy projection that modern oversized dreadnoughts simply can't replicate. Its smaller body isn't just about comfort; it creates a compressed, mid-forward "honk" that sits perfectly in a recording mix and responds instantly to fingerstyle nuances. Legendary players like Woody Guthrie and Robert Johnson favored this body shape for its portability and its ability to cut through a room with raw, soulful clarity.

The secret to this L-00’s legendary "legend-like" performance is the Solid Sitka Spruce top. As you dig in, the spruce provides a clear, ringing, yet complex tone that carries through high volume levels without breaking up. This is perfectly paired with Select Mahogany back and sides, which add a "chocolatey" richness and orchestral weightiness to your sound. Whether you are a lead player looking for clean articulation or a songwriter needing a "sweet" and distinct midrange, this guitar delivers a balanced, warm sound with crystal-clear trebles.

At Palen Music Center, we know that a guitar should feel as good as it sounds. This L-00 features a SlimTaper "D" profile mahogany neck that works and behaves beautifully, making complex chord shapes feel effortless. With its Vintage Sunburst finish and classic script logo, this instrument looks like a prized heirloom while offering the reliability of a modern build. It's a versatile, soulful companion that proves you don't need a massive guitar to make a massive musical statement.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Stiff and Responsive: The Solid Sitka Spruce top provides incredible velocity of sound, ensuring your notes project quickly and clearly.

Classic Blues "Honk": The smaller L-00 body shape delivers a focused, fundamental-strong voice that is mostly overtone-free.

Heirloom Aesthetics: Features a stunning Vintage Sunburst finish that mimics the charm and grain variation of pre-war instruments.

Ergonomic Comfort: The SlimTaper "D" neck profile is easy to work with, offering a comfortable grip for long sessions.

Pure Tonal Separation: Experience excellent note definition and separation of voices, giving your playing a piano-like clarity.

Body Wood: Select Mahogany

Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right-Handed

Fretboard Wood: Indian Laurel

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Pearloid Dot

Neck Profile: SlimTaper "D"

Finish: Gloss

Bridge Material: Indian Laurel

Nut Material: Graph Tech NuBone

Tuners: Grover Rotomatic with Mini Buttons

Electronics: Fishman Sonitone (Under Saddle Pickup)

Bridge: Straight

Manufacturer Part Number: EIALSVSNH1