One of the rarer entries into the country music scene and made famous by Loretta Lynne, between 1963 and 1970 only 141 Epiphone Excellente where made. Joining Epiphone's Masterbilt collection elevates the guitar to legendary status. Solid Spruce The Masterbilt Excellente is comprised of a solid Sitka Spruce top and Ovangkol back and sides. This combination will produce a balanced sound with the Spruce providing the higher tones and the Ovangkol providing a lower counter-tone. The large body shape and soundhole will provide excellent projection. Master Crafted The neck is a 5 piece marvel, with 4 Walnut pieces and 1 Maple centre strip. This provides not only solid support to the fingerboard but also provides sustain through to the body. The fingerboard is Ebony, which provides a tight but warm response. Decorative Beauty The Epiphone Masterbilt Excellente is not only put together with a high degree of innovation but it is also aesthetically magnificent. The specially shaped pickguard with the exquisite design married to the Excellente block cloud inlays make the Masterbilt Excellente stand out in any room. The shaped bridge with Gold Kluson Waffleback Vintage tuners provide excellent tuning stability and accuracy Fishman inside The Fishman Sonitone is one of the most discrete yet honest acoustic pickups available. Fishman has a long history of making world-class acoustic pickups and the Sonitone is no exception. The Epiphone Masterbilt Excellente is a special guitar with a special history. With a striking look and high-grade appointments the Excellente is a classic all-rounder and ideal for someone looking for a traditional workhorse without breaking the bank. A perfect step up for a beginner this is a real chance to own a piece of history.