1932 Epiphone Guitar Catalog

The 1932 Epiphone catalog showcases the brand’s lineup at the dawn of the decade. Renowned musicians Carl Kress and Dick McDonough, both leading advocates of the instrument, were prominently featured in advertisements for the Deluxe model, widely regarded as exceptional. Both artists received top billing in this catalog, though they later switched to Gibson guitars.  (In 1932, Eddie Lang was playing a Gibson guitar, a brand he had been using since 1927.

Epiphone: The House Of Stathopoulo by Jim Fisch and L.B. Fred tells the complete story of the Epiphone line. The book is a treasure trove of information about the instruments and players from the Jazz Age through the Swing Era, featuring George Van Eps, Carl Kress, Dick McDonough, Lew Green, Carmen Mastren, Allan Reuss, Tony Mottola, and more. Whether you are a casual reader or a collector, it is essential reading.  

NOTE: Epiphone: The House Of Stathopoulo by Jim Fisch and L.B. Fred (Amsco Publications, 1996) is available on Amazon for $40–$100—and it’s well worth the price.