How do P-90 pickups differ from humbuckers?

P-90s are single-coils with a wider, flatter coil, so they sound brighter and grittier with more midrange than humbuckers. They also hum more under gain.

Is the neck profile good for small hands?

The 1960 Slim Taper profile is on the thin side, which most players find fast and easy to fret. It suits smaller hands better than a chunky vintage neck.

Can I adjust intonation with the wraparound bridge?

Only roughly. The Lightning Bolt wraparound bridge has limited saddle travel, so intonation is a compromise compared with a Tune-o-matic.

Does it come with a case or gig bag?

No. Epiphone ships this model without a case or gig bag, so budget for one separately.

Is it good for beginners?

Yes, if you accept the hum and simple bridge. The light body and slim neck make it easy to play, and the controls are basic.

How does it compare with the SG Special with humbuckers?

The P-90 version is brighter and rawer; the humbucker version is thicker and quieter under gain. Choose P-90s for rock bite, humbuckers for heavier styles.

Where is the Epiphone SG Special P-90 cheapest?

At Bounty Music, for $449.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Epiphone SG Special P-90?

4 stores we checked sell it, including nafiriguitar.com, Bounty Music, Reverb, Music Go Round.

Epiphone SG Special P-90

Best price now

$449.00at Bounty MusicChecked Nov 13

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Epiphone SG Special P-90

Best price now

$449.00at Bounty MusicChecked Nov 13

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Bounty Music

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Last seen at $449.00 at Bounty Music on Nov 13.
Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Epiphone SG Special P-90

The Epiphone SG Special P-90 is a set-neck SG-style electric guitar with two P-90 PRO soapbar pickups, a mahogany body and a slim 1960 taper mahogany neck. It sits between a single-coil and a humbucker in voice: brighter and grittier than an SG with humbuckers, with more bite and midrange push. The wraparound Lightning Bolt bridge and Deluxe tuners keep it simple and period-correct. It suits players who want classic SG feel and P-90 raunch without paying Gibson money, though the wraparound bridge and P-90 hum are trade-offs to accept.

Best forRock and punk players who want P-90 bitePlayers after a light, fast SG-style neckBeginners and giggers wanting a simple, sturdy guitarFans of the TV Yellow vintage look

Pros

P-90 PRO pickups give bright, gritty, mid-forward tone
Slim 1960 taper neck is fast and comfortable
Light mahogany SG body balances well on a strap
Set-neck construction and simple wraparound bridge
Classic TV Yellow finish with period details

Cons

P-90s hum noticeably under gain and near noise
Wraparound bridge limits intonation adjustment
No coil split or switching options beyond the basics
Setup and fretwork can vary between units

Epiphone SG Special P-90 prices at every store

Bounty MusicNew
In stock
$449.00Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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nafiriguitar.comNew
In stockPriced in IDR (IDR 777,000,000)Return policy
$42,568.34Checked Nov 13
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ReverbPre-owned
Availability unknown
$359.99+ $50.00 shippingChecked Nov 13
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Music Go RoundPre-owned
Availability unknown
$399.99+ $65.00 shippingChecked Nov 13
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Epiphone SG Special P-90 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $449.00 on Nov 13 at Bounty Music. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

Owners like the light SG feel, the slim neck and the raw P-90 tone for rock and blues. Common complaints are single-coil hum, intonation limits from the wraparound bridge and the need for a setup out of the box.

What people mention

Pickup tonePraisedOwners describe the P-90 PROs as bright, gritty and full of midrange bite for rock and blues.
NoiseCriticisedThe P-90s hum audibly under high gain and near noisy electrical sources.
BridgeMixedThe wraparound Lightning Bolt bridge is simple and resonant but makes intonation adjustment limited.
NeckPraisedThe slim 1960 taper profile is called fast and comfortable by most players.
SetupCriticisedSome owners report needing a setup and fretwork touch-ups out of the box.
WeightPraisedThe light mahogany body is easy on the shoulder and balances well standing up.

About the Epiphone SG Special P-90

The Epiphone SG Special P-90 is a full-size electric guitar from the Inspired by Gibson collection. It has the SG body design in a TV Yellow high-gloss finish. The body and neck are mahogany, joined with a traditional glued set-neck joint.

The neck has a 1960 Slim Taper profile and a 22-fret Indian Laurel fretboard. Two Epiphone P-90 PRO Soapbar pickups give a single-coil tone with mid-focused notes and rich bass. Their sound sits between a classic single-coil and a humbucker.

Hardware includes an adjustable Lightning Bolt Wraparound bridge and six Epiphone Deluxe tuners with ivory plastic buttons. A gigbag is included.

Series: Inspired by Gibson
Design: SG
Body: Mahogany, no top, no binding
Neck: Mahogany, set-in construction
Neck profile: 1960 Slim Taper
Fretboard: Indian Laurel, 12 in radius, dot inlays
Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo
Nut: Graph Tech, 43 mm wide
Scale length: 629 mm
Pickups: 2 x Epiphone P-90 PRO (neck and bridge), passive, HH layout
Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-way switch
Bridge: Adjustable Epiphone Lightning Bolt Wraparound, no separate tailpiece
Tuners: Epiphone Deluxe, ivory plastic buttons
Strap buttons

Questions and answers

How do P-90 pickups differ from humbuckers?: P-90s are single-coils with a wider, flatter coil, so they sound brighter and grittier with more midrange than humbuckers. They also hum more under gain.
Is the neck profile good for small hands?: The 1960 Slim Taper profile is on the thin side, which most players find fast and easy to fret. It suits smaller hands better than a chunky vintage neck.
Can I adjust intonation with the wraparound bridge?: Only roughly. The Lightning Bolt wraparound bridge has limited saddle travel, so intonation is a compromise compared with a Tune-o-matic.
Does it come with a case or gig bag?: No. Epiphone ships this model without a case or gig bag, so budget for one separately.
Is it good for beginners?: Yes, if you accept the hum and simple bridge. The light body and slim neck make it easy to play, and the controls are basic.
How does it compare with the SG Special with humbuckers?: The P-90 version is brighter and rawer; the humbucker version is thicker and quieter under gain. Choose P-90s for rock bite, humbuckers for heavier styles.
Where is the Epiphone SG Special P-90 cheapest?: At Bounty Music, for $449.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Epiphone SG Special P-90?: 4 stores we checked sell it, including nafiriguitar.com, Bounty Music, Reverb, Music Go Round.