{"product_id":"epiphone-rivera","title":"Epiphone Rivera","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riviera is one of Epiphone's most enduring electric guitar models. First introduced in the early '60s, the instrument has spanned multiple musical generations and transcended various genres - finding favour with the likes of Robben Ford, Otis Rush, Lou Reed and Nick Valensi (The Strokes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping many of the signature design elements intact - including an ES semi-hollow body, a punchy mini humbucker pairing, an elegant Frequensator tailpiece and a unique 3-layer pickguard - this reimagined Epiphone Riviera promises a nostalgic sound with superb playability to boot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClassic Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Epiphone Riviera's body is crafted from strong layered Maple, which is used to form its top, back and sides. Giving the instrument plenty of vibrancy, definition and acoustic-like volume, this is coupled with a solid Maple tone block that creates amazing sustain and resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add some mid-range warmth, the Riviera's body is joined with a Mahogany neck; topped with an Indian Laurel fingerboard for a silky touch under the fingers. The neck adheres to a rounded \"C\" profile, which provides excellent comfort for traditionalists and contemporary players alike, while 22 medium jumbo frets offer a controllable feel for vibrato and string bends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEpiphone PRO Mini Humbuckers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpiphone's Riviera guitar is instantly recognisable for its dual mini humbucker configuration. This 21st Century iteration comes equipped with two proprietary Epiphone PRO pickups; delivering punchy, mid-heavy tones that are rich in harmonic content. These versatile hum-cancelling pickups are suitable for a range of musical styles - from soulful blues all the way up to modern indie and rock!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Quality Hardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Epiphone Riviera may be an affordable instrument, but no shortcuts have been taken when it comes to its hardware appointments. Sporting Epiphone's Vintage Deluxe machine heads, a tone-enhancing Graph Tech NuBone nut and a LockTone bridge - you can expect rock-solid tuning stability and fast, stress-free string changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBody\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bulleted-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: Riviera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Layered Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Layered Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: Layered Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterblock: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: 1-Ply Cream, Top and Back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeck\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bulleted-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Profile: Rounded \"C\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 24.724\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Indian Laurel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber Of Frets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Medium Jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Graph Tech NuBone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1.693\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Trapezoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint: Glued In, Set Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bulleted-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: LockTone Tune-O-Matic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailpiece: Frequensator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: Riviera with Foil \"E\" Logo, 3-Ply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnobs: Black Top Hat with Metal Inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuners: Epiphone Vintage Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlating: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: 10-46\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eElectronics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bulleted-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Epiphone PRO Mini Humbucker T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Epiphone PRO Mini Humbucker R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS Potentiometers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Epiphone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47314256462122,"sku":"","price":590.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4805\/2010\/files\/riv1.png?v=1742400794","url":"https:\/\/www.islandmusic.co.uk\/products\/epiphone-rivera","provider":"Island Music Centre ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}