Suhr LTD Classic S Paulownia 3TB #68974 - Certified Pre-Owned -
Product information "Suhr LTD Classic S Paulownia 3TB #68974 - Certified Pre-Owned -"
This Suhr LTD Classic S Paulownia in 3-Tone Sunburst finish from 2021 is in absolutely flawless and pristine condition and comes from the original owner. The guitar shows no signs of wear and is overall in an exceptionally well-cared-for, almost like-new condition.
Technically the instrument is in flawless condition. All functions operate reliably and without restrictions. The guitar was carefully checked and professionally set up by a specialist, so it is in excellent playing and technical condition.
As an LTD model, this Classic S combines Suhr's high build quality with a particularly high-end and exclusive specification. The lightweight Paulownia body contributes to a resonant and lively playing feel, while the classic 3-Tone Sunburst finish underlines the instrument's timeless Stratocaster aesthetic. A flawlessly preserved example from the original owner that represents an excellent choice for both discerning players and lovers of high-quality and distinctive Suhr guitars.
- Body Material: 2-tlg. Paulownia
- Body Shape: ST-Style
- Body finish: Gloss
- Bridge / Tremolo: Gotoh 510
- Bridge Pickup: Suhr DSV humbuckers
- Color/ Finish: 3-Tone Burst
- Colour: Sunburst
- Controls: 1x volume, 2x tone
- Country of Origin: USA
- Custom shop: yes
- Finish: Polyurethane
- Fretboard: Ahorn (maple) Birdseye
- Fretboard Inlays: Black Dots
- Fretboard radius: 9" - 12" Compound Radius
- Fret material: Stainless Steel
- Frets: 22
- Hardware: Nickel
- Includes: Case & certificate
- Middle Pickup: Suhr V63
- Neck: Ahorn (maple) Birdseye
- Neck Pickup: Suhr V63
- Neck Profile: '60s
- Neck construction: Bolt on neck
- Neck finish: Natural Satin
- Pickguard: 4-lagig Tortoise Red
- Pickup Configuration: H-S-S (1x Humbucker, 2x Single Coil)
- Pickup Cover: Black
- Pickup Selector Switch: 5-way switch
- Pickup type: passive
- Pot Caps: Black
- Scale: 25" (635 - 659 mm)
- Scale Length: 25,5" (648 mm)
- Serial number: #68974
- Signature Model: no
- Special Features: Limited special model
- Strings: 6 string
- Strings thickness ex factory: .010 - .046
- Technology: Solid Body
- Tuning Machines: Suhr Locking
- Weight: 3,15 kg
In the early 1980s John Suhr, who regularly played guitar in local bars and was skilled with his hands, began building electric guitars and searching for the sound that was perfect to his ears. He started working at Rudy's Music Shop under Rudy Pensa, who is still known today for his high-quality guitars. The collaboration was a huge success: under the name "Pensa Suhr" John Suhr built electric guitars for, among others, Mark Knopfler, Reb Beach, Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton, Steve Stevens and many more.
In 1995 John Suhr joined the Fender Custom Shop as a Senior Masterbuilder, before fulfilling his lifelong dream in 1997 by founding Suhr Guitars and opening a small guitar workshop in California. John already had a growing fanbase, especially among professional guitarists—the aforementioned Reb Beach and Mark Knopfler remained customers and drew in new interest. For the first time John Suhr had full control over the entire production process. Even today the guitars are inspected down to the smallest detail after completion. Due to high demand the small factory has since grown many times over.
Today the name Suhr Guitars from Lake Elsinore, California stands not only for top-class pickups and guitar amps, but above all for Custom Shop electric guitars and basses that score highly not only in workmanship, finest woods and tone, but especially in design. Professional artists have remained loyal to Suhr, so alongside the standard lines there are numerous signature instruments, including those from Andre Nieri, Andy Wood, Mateus Asato and of course Pete Thorn.