The Epiphone Electar Century 1939 Lap Steel is a faithful reissue of Epiphone’s 1939 classic. The Epiphone Electar Century 1939 Lap Steel delivers vintage character while providing dependable modern performance for today’s musicians.
This lap steel features an all-mahogany body and neck, topped with a Plexiglass fingerboard in an Art Deco replica design. At its heart lies the Epiphone 500B “Blade” humbucker, engineered for smooth and balanced response across all six strings. Perfect for slide guitar technique, it ensures clear and consistent tones.
A non-slip rubber pad on the back provides stability when played seated, while “Circus Tent” knobs and the vintage Epiphone headstock badge reinforce its 1930s-inspired design.
What makes this lap steel appealing is its balance of authenticity and usability. For players chasing early country, blues, and Hawaiian tones, it offers a direct connection to that golden era. Unlike true vintage instruments, this reissue avoids maintenance issues while preserving its classic lap steel voice.
The blade humbucker pickup eliminates the string-to-string imbalance often found in pole-piece pickups, producing fuller, more even tones. With its solid mahogany build and sleek Art Deco looks, this lap steel is both sonically rich and visually striking – yet it remains affordable compared to boutique lap steels.
The Electar Century 1939 Lap Steel excels in expressive slide music with long sustain. Ideal genres include:
Blues – Warm, vocal-like tones for soulful slide work.
Country & Western Swing – Smooth bends, pedal steel-style licks, and classic lap steel textures.
Hawaiian Music – Singing sustain for traditional Hawaiian slide.
Rock & Americana – Vintage-flavored tones that add color to modern roots music.
This lap steel is perfect for:
Slide Guitar Beginners – Vintage-inspired design with easy playability.
Blues & Country Players – Seeking warm, expressive tones.
Vintage Gear Enthusiasts – Capturing the look and feel of a ‘30s lap steel.
Studio Musicians – Adding authentic lap steel textures to recordings.
Live Performers – Lightweight, reliable, and visually eye-catching on stage.
“The pickup is excellent, nice and fat with a lot of sustain. For the price, it’s hard to beat this lap steel – it nails that vintage sound.” – One proud owner
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