Sound Pure's Take
The Suhr Standard Thin Burst in Trans Red is an absolute showpiece, blending boutique craftsmanship with serious high-performance attitude. Its roasted alder body paired with a stunning 2-piece quilt maple top delivers punchy resonance and shimmering clarity, while the DSV and DSH Plus pickups provide everything from smooth, vocal leads to aggressive modern bite. The satin-finished maple neck with a slim Even C profile and jumbo stainless frets feels fast, effortless, and built for the long haul. Add in the Gotoh Floyd and Suhr locking tuners, and you’ve got rock-solid tuning stability for any stage or studio. A true lifetime-level investment guitar!
From John Suhr Guitars
The Suhr Standard Thin Burst Limited Edition, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and performance, built with precision in Lake Elsinore, California. This guitar features Suhr’s iconic Standard body shape, crafted from roasted alder and topped with a stunning quilt maple top, all highlighted by a striking Thin Burst finish that enhances the natural beauty of the wood. With no scraped binding, the sleek, uninterrupted edge creates a modern and sophisticated aesthetic that sets this instrument apart.
The plain maple neck, designed with an Even C Slim profile and a compound 10”-14” radius, offer effortless playability, while jumbo stainless steel frets ensure long-lasting durability and a smooth playing experience. The satin neck finish adds an extra layer of comfort, making this guitar a dream to play.
Equipped with Suhr’s DSV neck and DSH Plus bridge pickups in sleek black, the Standard Thin Burst delivers a versatile tonal palette, easily controlled through a 5-way selector switch. Whether you need crystal-clear cleans or aggressive high-gain tones, this guitar can handle it all. Choose between the precision of the Suhr 2-Post bridge or the dynamic expressiveness of a Gotoh Floyd, with Suhr locking tuners ensuring exceptional tuning stability and quick string changes. To complete the package, the guitar comes with a hardshell case for premium protection.
The Suhr Standard Thin Burst Limited Edition is the perfect fusion of elegance, versatility, and modern design. Designed for discerning players, it’s as visually striking as it is sonically versatile.
- Body Shape
- Standard
- Body Wood
- Roasted Alder
- Body Finish
- Custom Thin Burst Gloss
- Finish Color
- Trans Red
- Top Wood
- Quilt Maple 2-Piece
- Neck Wood
- Maple
- Fingerboard Wood
- Maple
- Neck Finish
- Satin
- Neck Back Shape
- Even C Slim .800"-.880"
- Fingerboard Radius
- 10"-14" Compound
- Frets
- Jumbo Stainless Steel (.057"x.110")
- Nut
- 1.650" Tusq
- Neck Pickup
- DSV (black)
- Bridge Pickup
- DSH Plus (black)
- Custom 5-Way Wiring Position 1
- Neck Full
- Position 2
- Neck Parallel
- Position 3
- Neck and Bridge Full
- Position 4
- Neck and Bridge Split to Inner Coils
- Position 5
- Bridge Full
- Tuning Machines
- Suhr Locking
- Bridge
- Gotoh Floyd
- Case
- Hardshell Case
- Weight
- 7lbs 13oz
Free 3-Year Warranty
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