Difference between epiphone mij, mic, mik, mii, mia, etc....

[Mike6365]

I cant figure out the difference between the "made in"s' which actually costs more and which one is better in quality. :/
Epiphones only tho x)

 

[J.custom]

Well, it really depends. I have seen rather extreme cases in each, but of course they may just belong to the minority. I have seen really awesome MIC guitars, compared to MIJ in terms of workmanship.

But then again, when you try a guitar, try to ignore the country of origin and just try to see whether it bonds with you or not.

You may be trying a custom handcrafted boutique guitar MIA, but it may not seem to be able to bond with you. But you may feel that you play even better with a $1k guitar or even $500 with similar specs.

To me it's all about the chemistry between the guitar and you, if there's chemistry, you'll feel it immediately, no chemistry you feel like you don't know what to play or that you're playing so well on the guitar.

 

[AzNjT]

Instruments or Products.
take your pick.

 

[relinquish69]

MIA was when Epiphone was still made in the Kalamazoo plant. That being said, it's safe to assume that their quality could easily match up that a Gibson made in the same plant. John Lennon used a Epiphone Casino and that guitar made rock history.

The asian made Epiphones are not as epic due to the construction. That's what you get when the company decides to cut costs!

Although not as epic, they are still good guitars but nowadays, there are so many cheaper alternatives you'd be spoilt for choice.

 

[ShredAddict]

It's hard to get your hands on a USA made one. If you come across it, even trying it out should be considered lucky.

 

[Mike6365]

but usually people/shops check the production place too right ? and some of them determined the price by made ins'

 

[Mike6365]

are there still any other factories besides Indo and China and does it sound different ? thanks !

 

[Mike6365]

@ AzNjT
i dont get what you mean )x sorry.....