USED Epiphone / E360TD Riviera Royal Tan [05]

A 1964 Epiphone E360TD Riviera Royal Tan has arrived!!

This 1964 model features serial number 174470 and pot date 13764XX.

The Riviera E360TD debuted in 1962 as a competitor to the Gibson ES-335T. While the ES-335T featured two humbucker pickups, the E360TD was equipped with two mini-humbuckers and a FREEQUENCATER tailpiece, producing a brighter, crisper sound that was loved by many musicians—including Magic Sam, Otis Rush,Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robben Ford, and even Noel Gallagher—captivating guitarists across a wide range of genres, from blues to rock.

This instrument was manufactured in 1964 and features a 42mm wide neck. Only 170 units were shipped in 1964, making it extremely rare today.

This guitar comes with its original hard case, receipt, and period photographs. The back of one photo is inscribed with “Stuart Johnson, St. Louis, Missouri,” and it is likely a photograph of the person who played this particular instrument. The receipt indicates it was purchased on October 15, 1965.

The pickups are original Stepped Mini Humbuckers; the one on the bridge has a peeled-off label but is still original. The pot dates are 137644X, 13764XX, 1376XXX, and 13XXXX—though some parts are illegible—and we have determined that all are original. The capacitor is also original: a Sprague “Black Beauty.”

Replaced parts include nickel Grover tuners and an Epiphone tremolo, tone, and vibrato system. Based on period photos showing these changes, it’s likely they were replaced shortly after purchase. * The original Frequensator tailpiece is included. Due to the tuner replacement, additional tuner holes have been drilled.

Other replacement parts—including the frets, nut, and bridge—are well-made but are replacements. The set screw securing the tremolo arm support is stripped and does not move, but this does not affect the tremolo arm’s operation at all.

We have adjusted the tremolo arm angle, replaced the screw at the end of the tailpiece, and addressed a short circuit in the pickup’s aluminum shield by securing it internally and wrapping it with insulating tape.

This is a cool guitar featuring an F-mini humbucker and a parallelogram inlay; the truss rod has plenty of adjustment range, and playability is excellent. Please consider taking advantage of this opportunity.

* We sincerely apologize, but due to the nature of this product, we are unable to accommodate requests for pickup at other Ishibashi Gakki locations or for transport to other stores. Please direct all inquiries to the Ishibashi Gakki Shibuya Store.

Condition: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Country of Manufacture: USA
Year of Manufacture: 1964

Serial Number: 174470
Case: Hard Case / Original * Shows signs of wear; handle has been repaired
Weight: 3.78 kg
Remaining Fret Wear: Approximately 70%–80%
Truss Rod: Ample play in both tightening and loosening directions
Neck Condition: Good
Accessories: Receipt, period photos, Frequensator tailpiece (original)
Notes: The only other accessories included are those shown in the photos.

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements regarding the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. While we strive to promptly remove product listings upon sale, updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.