Epiphone Uptown Kat Es Ruby Red Metallic

The Epiphone Uptown Kat ES in Ruby Red Metallic is a stylish semi-hollow electric guitar from Epiphone's Uptown Kat series, offering a blend of classic jazz, blues, and rock tones with modern playability. Here are the key features and specifications for this model:

Features & Specifications of Epiphone Uptown Kat ES Ruby Red Metallic

Body & Construction:

• Body Type: Semi-hollowbody (with a solid center block for reduced feedback and enhanced sustain)
• Body Material: Laminated Maple top, back, and sides
• Body Finish: Gloss Ruby Red Metallic
• Top Contour: Archtop
• Center Block: Solid Maple (provides additional sustain and reduces feedback)

Neck:

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Shape: SlimTaper D-profile (comfortable for both rhythm and lead playing)
• Neck Joint: Set neck (provides better resonance and sustain)
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches (common for Epiphone and Gibson-style guitars)
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel (similar to Rosewood, providing a smooth playing surface)
• Fingerboard Radius: 12 inches
• Number of Frets: 22
• Nut Width: 1.68 inches (standard for most Epiphone models)

Electronics:

• Pickups:
  • Neck Pickup: Epiphone Alnico Classic Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup: Epiphone Alnico Classic Humbucker
• Controls:
  • 2 x Volume knobs (one for each pickup)
  • 2 x Tone knobs (one for each pickup)
  • 3-way pickup selector switch

Hardware:

• Bridge: LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge (for better tuning stability and sustain)
• Tailpiece: Stopbar tailpiece (provides solid string anchorage and tuning stability)
• Pickguard: Black with white binding
• Knobs: Black top hat knobs with silver inserts
• Tuning Machines: Epiphone Deluxe tuners (sealed for smooth tuning and reliability)

Design & Aesthetic:

• Finish: Gloss Ruby Red Metallic, which gives it a sleek, high-end look
• Binding: Cream body and neck binding for a clean, elegant look
• Pickups Covers: Black pickup covers for a more classic appearance
• Inlays: Pearloid dot inlays on the fretboard

Playability & Comfort:

• SlimTaper Neck Profile: Offers fast playability and comfort, making it suitable for a wide range of styles and techniques
• Semi-Hollowbody Design: Ideal for a range of genres, offering warm tones with a bit of natural resonance but without the feedback issues of full hollowbody guitars

Weight:

• The weight is typically around 7 to 8 lbs (approx. 3.2 - 3.6 kg), making it fairly lightweight for a semi-hollow guitar.

Overview:

The Epiphone Uptown Kat ES Ruby Red Metallic combines traditional Epiphone craftsmanship with modern innovations like the solid center block. This design makes the guitar versatile, providing everything from smooth jazz and blues tones to rock tones with plenty of sustain. The Ruby Red Metallic finish gives the guitar a distinctive, vibrant look, perfect for players who want a standout instrument. Whether you’re playing on stage or in the studio, this guitar delivers solid performance, classic Epiphone warmth, and modern reliability.