Epiphone Broadway Left-Handed Hollowbody Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
Epiphone's legendary archtop jazz box in a left-handed config. Full hollowbody with spruce top, Alnico Classic Pro humbuckers, and 80+ years of big-band heritage at $999.
Critics
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Select spruce top delivers direct, punchy acoustic tone
- +Alnico Classic Pro humbuckers with vintage-voiced warmth
- +SlimTaper '60s C-profile neck for fast, comfortable playability
- +Full gold hardware appointments including Frequensator tailpiece
- +80+ year heritage as Epiphone's flagship archtop
Cons
- −Neck pickup lacks fullness and roundness compared to premium archtops
- −Limited tonal variance from pickup position compared to competitors
- −QC issues reported - finish cracks and scratches at neck joint
- −$999 price point competes with used vintage alternatives
The Verdict
Strong recommendation for left-handed jazz players. The Broadway delivers authentic archtop vibe without the vintage price tag, and this southpaw version opens the door for lefty jazz and blues guitarists. The Alnico Classic Pros sound good but don’t quite nail the warmth of higher-end archtops—one Guitar Center reviewer specifically called out the neck pickup’s thinness. QC is hit-or-miss based on zZounds reports of finish issues. At $999, you’re paying for playability and aesthetics more than pure tone. Best for: players who need the look and feel of a jumbo hollowbody but can compensate for pickup limitations with amp EQ.
