For Sale: 1998 Epiphone USA John Lennon 1965 Casino Limited Edition – #1794 of 1965 | COA | OHSC

Up for sale is a 1998 Epiphone USA Limited Edition John Lennon 1965 Casino, #1794 of only 1,965 produced, complete with its original hard-shell case, Certificate of Authenticity, and accessories shown in the photos.

This is a rare and highly collectible limited-edition Casino created as a tribute to John Lennon’s iconic 1965 Epiphone Casino. Limited to just 1,965 examples, these guitars were built with premium appointments including Gibson USA P-90 pickups, a fully hollow body, rosewood fingerboard, and period-inspired details intended to capture the look, feel, and unmistakable character of Lennon's original instrument.

This example remains in excellent condition and includes its important original COA and accessories, making it especially appealing for both the serious Beatles collector and the player looking for a great vintage-style Casino.

Condition

Excellent – 9/10

• Light surface scratches from careful use
• A few small dings
• Exceptionally clean overall
• No cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

The neck is straight and stable, and the original frets are in excellent condition with virtually no visible wear.

The guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier. It plays cleanly up and down the fingerboard with comfortable action and no buzzing or dead spots.

The original hard-shell case is included and remains in great condition.

Limited Edition #1794 of 1965

This guitar is individually numbered #1794 of only 1,965 produced.

The production quantity of 1,965 was chosen to reference the year of the Casino associated with Lennon, making this far more than a standard production Epiphone Casino.

With its limited production, Lennon connection, Gibson USA electronics, and accompanying collector materials, these have become increasingly desirable among Beatles enthusiasts, Casino fans, and collectors of artist-associated instruments.

Specifications

• Model: Epiphone USA Limited Edition John Lennon 1965 Casino
• Year: 1998
• Limited Edition: #1794 of 1,965
• Body Style: Fully Hollow Double-Cutaway
• Neck Profile: Thin
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Nut Width: 1.64"
• Neck Depth: .81" at the 1st Fret
• Neck Depth: .96" at the 12th Fret
• Neck Pickup: Gibson USA P-90
• Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA P-90
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Pickup Selector
• Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz
• Case: Original Hard-Shell Case
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included
• Accessories: Included as shown in photos

Gibson USA P-90 Pickups

A major feature of this limited-edition Casino is its pair of Gibson USA P-90 single-coil pickups.

P-90s are an essential part of the classic Casino sound, providing more body and midrange than a typical Fender-style single-coil while retaining the clarity, dynamics, and raw edge that distinguish them from humbuckers.

Combined with the fully hollow construction, these pickups deliver everything from warm, woody cleans and jangly rhythm sounds to gritty, harmonically rich overdrive.

It's a wonderfully responsive combination that reacts noticeably to both picking dynamics and changes at the guitar's volume controls.

Tone & Feel

There is a reason the Casino has remained one of the most enduring hollowbody electric guitars ever produced.

Unlike a semi-hollow guitar with a solid center block, the Casino's fully hollow construction gives it a lively, resonant character that can be felt acoustically before the guitar is ever plugged into an amplifier.

Through an amp, the Gibson USA P-90s translate that resonance into a broad, dynamic sound with plenty of clarity and harmonic complexity.

The neck starts at a relatively slim .81" at the 1st fret and gradually fills out to .96" at the 12th fret, providing a comfortable feel without being overly bulky.

At just 6 lbs 4 oz, the guitar is exceptionally comfortable and lightweight.

Most importantly, it plays and sounds fantastic.

John Lennon & The Casino

The Casino is inseparably connected with John Lennon and the sound and visual identity of The Beatles' later years.

Rather than simply putting Lennon's name on a standard production guitar, this limited edition was created around the specifications and appearance associated with his famous 1965 Casino.

For Beatles fans, it's one of the most immediately recognizable artist-and-instrument combinations in rock history. For players, it's also simply a great version of one of Epiphone's most enduring designs.

Original Case, COA & Accessories

This guitar includes its original hard-shell case and Certificate of Authenticity, along with the accessories shown in the photos.

The original case remains in great working condition.

The guitar is missing the small accessory bag that originally accompanied these models. We want to make that clear for collectors looking for a completely intact accessory package.

Everything that is included is shown in the detailed photos.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument—no stock photos.

At the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show the light scratches, small dings, and any other cosmetic wear.

We don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

Buy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.

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This 1998 Epiphone USA Limited Edition John Lennon 1965 Casino #1794 of 1,965 is an exceptionally clean example of a rare and highly collectible Beatles-related instrument. With its Gibson USA P-90 pickups, rosewood fingerboard, lightweight fully hollow construction, original hard-shell case, Certificate of Authenticity, and included accessories, it offers plenty of appeal for both serious collectors and players.

Professionally set up and ready for its next owner.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp

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