In 2004, Gibson opened a factory in Qingdao, China, which manufactures Epiphone guitars. With few exceptions, Epiphones are now built only in the Qingdao factory.
Are Epiphones good for beginners?
Epiphone makes great guitars for both beginners and experienced players. Crafted using less expensive materials than their flagship Gibson counterparts, Epiphone guitars retain the same fabled build quality at a fraction of the price.
