Epiphone Emperor T Thinline Vintage Semi-Hollow MIJ Guitar - $1,600 (Cartersville)

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condition: fair

make / manufacturer: Epiphone

model name / number: Emperor T

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Super rare late '70s/early '80s semi-hollow built by Matsumoku. The vast majority of the MIJ Emperors are full depth, fully hollow. This one is like an L-5 CES crossed with a 335. Spruce top, maple b/s, 3-piece maple neck, ebony board, ~17" lower bout, 25.5" scale BUT ~2" depth with center block. It is one of the best-sounding humbucker guitars I've owned, but because of the size + center block, it's too heavy for my bad shoulder these days at 9.5 lbs!

This one is a player, with plenty of dings, playwear, etc. No breaks or structural damage, but has the common Gibson-style finish separation near the nut, particularly on the bass side. Neck is straight, truss rod works and plays great with a slim neck profile.

Includes the only gig bag I could find that will fit it. I've never been able to find a 17" thinline case with the right proportions. The waist is in a pretty different place from most semis.

No trades on this one, but will consider reasonable cash offers.

Thanks for looking, and check out my other listings for loads of other cool pieces from my collection!

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posted: 2026-10-19 00:42

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