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Condition: Used, Excellent - Includes Strandberg Headless Stand
Approaching this beautiful beast may seem like a challenge, but it's easier to tame than you'd think! The second I started playing this I was surprised by how immediately comfortable the neck profile was and even started fantasizing about some of my own guitars fitted with it! Playing 8 strings can be a bit disorienting, and though the visual profile of the true-temperament frets takes some adjusting, I found myself playing with ease in a matter of minutes. It was also sonically a joy to finally play an 8 string without the scale and intonation issues you'd typically see from compromising on either the high E or low F#. Those frets are also the only of their kind on this model, as they were custom ordered by the original owner (and boy were they right for requesting them). Call in today to talk to one of our specialists about bringing this incredible piece of art home before it gets snatched up!
SP Luthier Notes: Setup Confirmed
From Other (Miscellanous Used/Vintage/Consign)
The new Boden Metal NX 8 Sarah Longfield Edition is an update of the popular original 8-string Sarah Longfield Edition with the new NX features that has elevated the Boden line to a new level of playability, sound, comfort, and functionality. Still featuring the stunning Black Doppler finish that gives the guitar a unique visual identity, the Metal NX 8 Sarah Longfield Edition now features the new neck heel and arm cut bevels, the Rev7 hardware, and Richlite fretboard for greater comfort, improved tone, and easier maintenance.
GENERAL
Bolt-On Construction with new sculpted neck joint heel
Chambered Basswood Body with Arm and Torso Carves
Solid Maple Top
Available Finish: Black Doppler gloss
Approximate Weight: 2.7kg / 5.9 lbs +/- 10%
Manufactured in Indonesia
HARDWARE
.strandberg* EGS Series 7 fixed bridge & string locks
Black Anodized Hardware
Original Luminlay™ Green Side Dots
Original Luminlay™ Green Inlays
NECK & FRETS
Custom True-Temperament Frets
Maple neck – Quartersawn, Carbon Fiber reinforced
EndurNeck™ Profile
Richlite Fretboard
20” Fretboard Radius
24 Frets
Jescar 51100 Stainless Steel Fretwire (57110 for zero fret)
D’Addario NYXL 9-84 strings
Standard tuning F#BEADGBE
ACCESSORIES
Venture Gig Bag included
NX Multitool and Allen Key kit included
Strap optional
Deluxe Toolkit optional
4x Optimized Tension 8-String Set
SONIC PROFILE
H-H Pickup Configuration
Neck: Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico, Black Plastic
Bridge: Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic, Black Plastic
3-Way Pickup Selector
Neck
Neck + Bridge in parallel
Bridge
Master Volume w/ push-pull for Split Coil
Master Tone w/ push-pull for Voice 1/2
Width: 330 mm/13″
Length: 850 mm/33.5”
Thickness: 42 mm/1.65″
Long Scale: 28”
Short Scale: 26.5”
String spread at nut: 49 mm/1,92”
String spacing at bridge: 10.5 mm/.41″
Neutral fret: 7
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
Returns
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