Epiphone - SG Custom Modern Quilt Bluberry Burst
The new SG™ Custom Modern Quilt from Epiphone sets a new standard for performance and innovation. The latest version of this Inspired by Gibson model from the Modern Collection builds on the foundation of the SG Custom and adds new features that make it more comfortable to play and better than ever.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Quilted maple top with Blueberry Burst finish; Modern Collection ergonomic updates (likely improved neck joint, refined body contours); dual humbucker configuration typical of SG Custom voiced for contemporary output; solid mahogany construction maintains tonal warmth.
Requires standard electric guitar accessories (cable, amp, strap). No unusual maintenance demands beyond occasional fretboard conditioning. Players transitioning from modern body shapes may need adjustment period. Pairs well with quality amplification to maximize tonal character at this price point.
A serious instrument that balances SG tradition with practical improvements. At this price, the quilted finish and Modern upgrades justify the investment for players who demand both character and comfort.
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Setting a new standard for performance and innovation
The new SG™ Custom Modern Quilt from Epiphone sets a new standard for performance and innovation. The latest version of this Inspired by Gibson model from the Modern Collection builds on the foundation of the SG Custom and adds new features that make it more comfortable to play and better than ever.
The Epiphone SG Custom Modern Quilt features a double cutaway Modern SG mahogany body with a light, ergonomic feel. The body features a AAAA quilted maple veneer top, enhancing the guitar’s beautiful aesthetic. The mahogany neck features a SlimTaper™ C profile. It attaches to the body at the 24th fret, providing the player with excellent access to the entire length of the bound ebony fretboard. The fretboard has a 10”-14” compound radius for exceptional playing comfort, whether you’re bending strings or playing chords, and is equipped with 24 extra durable, stainless steel medium jumbo frets. The fret ends are hemispherical for even greater playing comfort, and the fretboard is adorned with Custom pearloid block inlays.
On the bound 60s Kalamazoo-style headstock, you’ll find locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners with tulip buttons and a Graph Tech® nut, delivering rock-solid tuning stability. The headstock also features the Epiphone logo and a Custom split diamond inlaid in mother of pearl. Nickel-plated LockTone™ hardware, including a Tune-O-Matic™ bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece, anchors the strings at the other ends and delivers full adjustability for action and intonation. Posi-Lok™ strap buttons keep your strap securely attached without requiring any additional hardware.
Powering the SG Custom Modern Quilt are a pair of Epiphone T-Type PRO™ humbucker™ pickups with nickel covers. Each pickup has its own volume and tone controls. The volume controls feature push/pull potentiometers for coil splitting, and one of the tone controls has a push/pull switch for phase switching when both pickups are used together. Put it all together, and the SG Custom Modern Quilt is an outstanding choice for players at every stage. It comes with a premium gig bag to keep it safe on the way to your next gig.
Highlights
- Stainless steel frets
- Epiphone T-Type PRO pickups
- Mahogany neck with SlimTaper 60s C profile
- 2 volume and 2 tone controls: push/pull on volume knobs for coil splitting; push/pull on one tone knob when pickups are used together for phase switching
Body Specs |
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| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Shape | SG |
| Top | Maple with quilt maple veneer |
| Weight Relief | None |
Neck Specs |
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| Fingerboard Material | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12 in. | 304.8 mm |
| Fret Count | 22 |
| Frets | Stainless Steel |
| Inlays | Block |
| Joint | Glued-in, set neck |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Nut Material | GraphTech |
| Nut Width | 43.0mm / 1.69in |
| Profile | SlimTaper 60s C |
| Scale Length | 628.65mm / 24.75in |
Electronics Specs |
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| Bridge Pickup | T-Type PRO Bridge |
| Controls | 2 volume, 2 tone with coil splitting and phase |
| Neck Pickup | T-Type PRO Neck |
| Output Jack | 1/4" |
| Pickup Selector | 3-way toggle |
Hardware Specs |
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| Bridge | Locktone Tune-O-Matic |
| Control Knobs | Knurled |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Plastic Parts | Black |
| Tailpiece | LockTone Stop Bar |
| Tuning Machines | Grover Rotomatic, locking |
Misc Specs |
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| Case | Gig bag |
| Model | EISGMQBBNH |
Epiphone, a subsidiary of Gibson Guitar Corporation, has manufactured quality electric guitars and instruments since 1923. The brand is recognized for delivering authentically designed guitars that capture the essence of iconic models at accessible price points, making professional-grade instruments available to a broader range of musicians.
Known for blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, Epiphone's Modern Collection represents the company's commitment to evolving classic designs with contemporary features and improved playability without compromising the character that defines these instruments.
