Epiphone’s new Futura Series is bold by design, built for modern guitarists who demand professional performance and forward‑thinking features. As part of the Inspired by Gibson collection, these instruments bring the tone and style suited for gigging, recording, and creating in the digital age. With color‑shifting finishes, stainless steel frets, compound‑radius fingerboards, and powerful new pickups, the Futura Series transforms iconic shapes into instruments ready for the stage, studio, or screen. Every detail is engineered to elevate your sound and your style. The new Epiphone Futura Series is available worldwide on Epiphone.com, at the Gibson Garage, and through authorized Epiphone dealers.
The Epiphone Futura series guitars pair iconic shapes with all-new attitude, featuring striking Chromashift color‑shifting finishes, newly developed ProBucker™ Ignite pickups, and push/pull electronics for coil‑splitting plus phase switching when both pickups are engaged—delivering everything from humbucker punch to crisp, expressive single‑coil-style tones. Premium touches like stainless steel medium jumbo frets, ebony fretboards with Super 400‑style inlays, a 10”–14” compound‑radius for effortless chords and bends, and ultra‑comfortable neck profiles make the Futura Series a standout, forward‑thinking addition to any serious collection—your sound, in full color.
“The Futura Series opens new worlds of possibility for players who don’t stand still—they’re built to move, pushing feel, sound, and style forward in a way that’s undeniably bold by design.” — Lewis McKinney III, Brand Manager of Epiphone.
Epiphone Futura ES-355
The Futura ES‑355 is a contemporary take on the legendary semi‑hollow design introduced in 1958. A solid maple center block with a weight‑relief window enhances sustain, reduces feedback, and keeps the instrument lightweight and balanced. Hardware upgrades include a LockTone™ Tune‑O‑Matic™ bridge, LockTone Stop Bar tailpiece, and Posi‑Lok™ strap buttons for rock‑solid performance. A fast Modern C mahogany neck is paired with a bound ebony fingerboard featuring 22 stainless steel medium jumbo frets, Super 400–style pearloid split block inlays, and a 10”–14” compound radius for effortless chording and smooth bends. The 5‑ply bound Kalamazoo headstock is appointed with locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and mother‑of‑pearl Epiphone and Custom split diamond inlays.
Finished in eye‑catching Chromashift options—Firestorm Shift, Dragonfly Shift, and Midnight Ember Shift—the Futura ES‑355 is designed to stand out on stage or on screen. Combining premium features, a broad tonal range, and classic semi‑hollow character at an accessible price, it ships ready to play in a premium gig bag.
Futura RD Custom
Where tradition meets modern design
The Futura RD Custom distills the spirit of the original Gibson RD into a sleek, modern instrument built for today’s players. Its sculpted mahogany body, 7‑ply binding, and contoured back create a bold silhouette that nods to the RD’s Explorer™—and Firebird™-influenced heritage while delivering real comfort onstage. A 25.5” mahogany neck with a fast Modern C profile, bound ebony fingerboard, stainless steel frets, and a 10”–14” compound radius offers exceptional playability, especially for drop tunings and expressive bending. The bound Kalamazoo headstock, locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, and Graph Tech® nut ensure tuning stability worthy of a professional instrument.
Epiphone’s new ProBucker™ Ignite™ humbuckers power the guitar with articulate, high‑output clarity, and the push/pull controls unlock coil‑splitting and phase options for a wide range of tones suited to studio work, live performance, and content creation. Color‑shifting Chromashift finishes—Midnight Ember Shift, Twilight Shift, and Firestorm Shift—give the Futura RD Custom a dramatic visual identity that stands out under stage lights or on camera. With its blend of premium hardware, versatile electronics, and forward‑thinking design, it’s a long‑scale, modernized RD built to elevate any guitarist’s sound and style. Each model ships with a premium gig bag, ready for wherever your music takes you.
Futura Firebird Custom
The next evolution of Firebirds
The Futura Firebird Custom reimagines the iconic Ray‑Dietrich–designed Gibson Firebird™-one of the most iconic and instantly recognizable shapes in the electric guitar world-with modern performance features and a sleek, sculpted mahogany body accented by 7‑ply binding and a contoured back. A glued‑in mahogany neck with a fast Modern C profile, bound ebony fingerboard, 22 stainless steel medium‑jumbo frets, and a 10”–14” compound radius delivers smooth playability, while the bound Reverse Firebird headstock, locking Grover® Mini Rotomatic® tuners, and Graph Tech® nut ensure rock‑solid tuning stability. A LockTone™ Tune‑O‑Matic™ bridge and Stop Bar™ tailpiece add dependable intonation and sustain, supported by Posi‑Lok strap buttons for secure performance. A pair of new ProBucker™ Ignite™ humbuckers provides punchy, articulate tone with ample headroom, and push/pull controls unlock coil‑splitting and phase options for wide tonal flexibility.
Available in four dramatic Chromashift finishes—Firestorm Shift, Quicksilver Shift, Midnight Ember Shift, and the Guitar Center‑exclusive Glacier Shift—the Futura Firebird Custom blends bold aesthetics with professional‑grade versatility. Each guitar includes a premium gig bag, ready for stage, studio, or content creation.
Epiphone Futura Les Paul Custom
A bold, contemporary take on a legendary guitar design
The Futura Les Paul™ Custom delivers a modern, performance‑driven take on one of the most iconic electric guitars ever made. Its mahogany body features Ultra-Modern weight relief for reduced fatigue without sacrificing sustain, paired with a maple cap that adds brightness to the classic Les Paul midrange punch. Seven‑ply top binding and a Modern Contoured Heel enhance both aesthetics and upper‑fret access, while the LockTone™ Tune‑O‑Matic™ bridge, Stop Bar™ tailpiece, and Posi‑Lok™ strap buttons ensure stability and reliability onstage.
A glued‑in mahogany neck with a long tenon and a fast Modern C profile joins a bound ebony fingerboard equipped with 22 stainless steel medium‑jumbo frets, Super 400‑style split block inlays, and a 10”–14” compound radius for smooth chording and bending. The bound Kalamazoo headstock adds locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and a mother‑of‑pearl Custom split‑diamond inlay for a premium finish. New ProBucker™ Ignite™ humbuckers provide high‑output clarity, with push/pull coil‑splitting and phase switching expanding the tonal range.
Available in Firestorm Shift, Twilight Shift, and Midnight Ember Shift Chromashift finishes, the Futura Les Paul Custom blends bold visuals with pro‑level versatility and ships with a premium gig bag for musicians on the move.
Epiphone Futura SG Custom
Modern innovation for today’s creative players
The Futura SG™ Custom delivers a modern, high‑performance take on one of Gibson’s most iconic designs. Its double‑cutaway mahogany body preserves classic SG contours while adding contemporary comfort, supported by a LockTone Tune‑O‑Matic™ bridge, LockTone™ Stop Bar™ tailpiece, and Posi‑Lok™ strap buttons for secure, stable performance. A glued‑in mahogany neck with a fast Modern C profile joins a bound ebony fingerboard featuring 22 stainless steel medium‑jumbo frets, Super 400‑style split‑block inlays, and a 10”–14” compound radius for smooth playability. The bound Kalamazoo headstock enhances the premium feel with locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and mother‑of‑pearl Custom inlays.
Epiphone’s new ProBucker™ Ignite™ humbuckers power the guitar with clear, punchy output, while push/pull controls provide coil‑splitting and phase options for expanded tonal versatility. Available in three dramatic Chromashift finishes—Dragonfly Shift, Nitro Shift, and Midnight Ember Shift—the Futura SG Custom blends bold aesthetics with pro‑level performance. Each guitar includes a premium gig bag, ready for stage, studio, or creative work.
Epiphone Futura Explorer Custom
Explore what’s next
The Futura Explorer Custom delivers a modern, high-performance twist on one of the most radical guitar shapes ever created, the Gibson Explorer™. Its angular mahogany body features elegant 7-ply top binding and pairs with a LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic™ bridge, LockTone Stop Bar tailpiece, and Posi-Lok™ strap buttons for exceptional sustain, tuning stability, and secure stage use. A glued-in mahogany neck with a sleek Modern C profile joins a bound ebony fingerboard equipped with 22 stainless steel medium jumbo frets, Super 400-style split-block inlays, and a smooth 10”–14” compound radius for fast, comfortable playability. The bound Explorer headstock adds locking Grover® Mini Rotomatic® tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and a mother-of-pearl Epiphone logo for a premium finish.
Epiphone’s new ProBucker™ Ignite™ humbuckers power the guitar with clear, high-output punch, while push/pull controls unlock coil-splitting and phase options for wide tonal versatility. Available in two dramatic Chromashift finishes—Firestorm Shift and Dragonfly Shift—the Futura Explorer Custom blends futuristic style with pro-grade performance. Each guitar ships with a premium gig bag, ready for stage, studio, or creative exploration.
Futura Flying V Custom
A bold Flying V for modern players
The Futura Flying V™ Custom delivers a modern, high‑performance take on one of the most iconic guitar shapes ever created. Its angular mahogany body features elegant 7‑ply top binding and pairs with a LockTone™ Tune‑O‑Matic™ bridge and Flying V Chevron string-through-body tailpiece for exceptional sustain and tuning stability. Posi‑Lok™ strap buttons keep your strap secure without extra hardware. A glued‑in mahogany neck with a sleek Modern C profile joins a bound ebony fingerboard equipped with 22 stainless steel medium‑jumbo frets, Super 400‑style split‑block inlays, and a smooth 10”–14” compound radius for fast, expressive playability. The bound arrowhead headstock adds locking Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and mother‑of‑pearl Custom inlays for a premium finish.
Epiphone’s new ProBucker™ Ignite humbuckers deliver powerful, articulate tone, while two push/pull volume controls enable coil‑splitting and a push/pull tone control adds phase switching for expanded versatility. Available in two striking Chromashift finishes—Quicksilver Shift and Solaris Shift—the Futura Flying V Custom blends futuristic style with pro‑level performance. Each guitar ships with a premium gig bag, ready for stage, studio, or creative exploration.
