2017 Epiphone Lucille BB King Ebony, USED

The 2017 Epiphone Lucille BB King Ebony is a tribute to the legendary blues guitarist, B.B. King, and his iconic signature guitar. This model, in its striking ebony finish, closely replicates the design and features of the original Gibson Lucille that B.B. King made famous. The Lucille is known for its elegant semi-hollowbody shape, which provides a unique combination of warmth, sustain, and a dynamic tonal range, making it ideal for blues, jazz, and rock.

The guitar features a semi-hollow maple body with a solid center block, which reduces feedback and increases sustain, giving it a more controlled, modern sound without sacrificing the warmth and resonance typical of a hollowbody. The slim-tapered neck is made from mahogany and paired with a rosewood fingerboard, offering smooth playability with a comfortable feel, ideal for both fast runs and expressive bends.

The 2017 model comes equipped with Epiphone’s Alnico Classic humbuckers, delivering a clear, rich tone with a hint of warmth that can range from smooth jazz tones to biting blues leads. The pickups are controlled by individual volume and tone knobs for each pickup, and a three-way toggle switch, giving players full control over their sound. This setup gives the Lucille an excellent range of tones, from smooth and mellow to bright and punchy.

One standout feature of the Epiphone Lucille is its lack of F-holes, which B.B. King preferred to avoid feedback issues during live performances. The guitar also features a gold hardware package, including a locktone ABR bridge and a stopbar tailpiece, ensuring excellent tuning stability and sustain. The 2017 Epiphone Lucille BB King Ebony is a fantastic option for players seeking a professional-level guitar that captures the essence of B.B. King’s tone and style, while offering exceptional build quality and playability at a more affordable price point compared to its Gibson counterpart.