Epiphone 1963 Dove Reissue Acoustic Guitar - Natural

Epiphone 1963 Dove Reissue – Natural

Honoring a Vintage Legend

The 1963 Dove Reissue pays homage to Gibson’s iconic square-shoulder dreadnought from the early ’60s, famed for its ornate look and rich tonal character. First introduced in 1962 as Gibson’s second square-shoulder model (the Hummingbird preceded it), the Dove became synonymous with artists such as Elvis and Tom Petty. Epiphone’s reinterpretation captures this legacy with remarkable attention to detail and historical styling.

Premium Tonewoods & Construction

• Top: Solid thermally-aged Sitka spruce with scalloped X‑bracing made from quarter‑sawn spruce—offering open dynamics and clarity.
• Back & Sides: Solid figured maple adds sparkle, projection, and a touch more bass weight than the Hummingbird counterpart.

Classic & Refined Appointments

• Neck: One‑piece thermally-aged mahogany with a vintage-correct rounded profile, providing true-era feel.
• Fingerboard: Bound rosewood with 20 frets, featuring Mother‑of‑Pearl parallelogram inlays.
• Binding: Multi-ply top and back with single-ply neck/headstock binding—authentic vintage styling.

Iconic Dove Visuals & Hardware

• Pickguard & Bridge: Dove-shaped rosewood bridge with dual Mother‑of‑Pearl dove inlays, and matching dove pickguard portrait for a bold, visual signature.
• Nut/Saddle & Tuners: Bone nut and compensated bone saddle, paired with Kluson Waffleback tuning machines and metal keystone buttons for stable tuning.

Stage-Ready Electronics & Included Case

• Pickup System: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC under‑saddle piezo system with discreet preamp delivers faithful amplified tone.
• Case: Comes with a Red Line‑inspired hardshell case featuring Inspired by Gibson Custom branding for secure transport and storage.

Sound & Playability

Tone Profile:
The thermally-aged spruce top paired with figured maple back and sides delivers a vibrant, balanced voice—crisp highs, articulate mids, and richer bass than the Hummingbird. Expect strong projection with enhanced clarity and harmonic complexity.

Neck Feel:
The traditional rounded mahogany neck feels inviting and comfortable. The scale length of approximately 25.5″ and 1.69″ nut width provide a familiar feel for players accustomed to early Gibson acoustics.

Amplified Performance:
With its L.R. Baggs electronics, this Dove sounds natural through PA or studio rig while preserving the character of its acoustic tone. It’s a reliable option for live performance or high-fidelity recording.

Quick Specs

The Epiphone 1963 Dove Reissue Natural is a stunning blend of vintage expression and modern reliability. It delivers ornate aesthetics, top-tier build quality, and dynamic tonal character, making it an excellent choice for musicians seeking the classic Dove voice with contemporary performance features.