James Tyler Guitars Dann Huff Studio Elite HDX | White Shmear
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The James Tyler Dann Huff Studio Elite HDX is peak Tyler—studio-grade versatility, boutique craftsmanship, and that unmistakable Tyler swagger in one package. Finished in White Shmear with a faux-matching headstock, gold hardware, and the Gold Standard logo (plus Dann’s signature decal on the back), this one lands right in that sweet spot between classy and bold.
Under the hood, it’s every bit the pro-level tool Huff is known for. The alder body and quartersawn maple neck deliver a snappy, resonant acoustic response, while the rosewood board adds warmth and sweetness to the top end. The Standard ’64 neck shape and wide/tall frets feel fast and familiar, offering effortless bends and clean, articulate phrasing—perfect for session players and expressive guitarists alike.
Electronics are built around slanted JTS5500 single coils and a Super humbucker in the bridge for massive tonal flexibility. Pair that with the midboost preamp + bypass, bridge series/parallel switch, and the neck+bridge button, and you’ve got a full studio toolkit on board—glassy Strat cleans, muscular mid-push solos, and thick humbucker drive all at the ready without touching your pedals.
Rounding it out are Hipshot locking tuners, a G2TS bridge, and classic white knobs—quietly premium touches that make the guitar feel dialed, stable, and tour-ready.
If you’re after a Tyler that blends professional studio versatility, signature Huff electronics, and boutique art-piece aesthetics, this Studio Elite HDX is exactly that. Plug in, hit a chord, and it’s instantly clear why so many top-tier session players swear by these.
| Serial | 25793 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7lbs 4oz |
| Model | Dann Huff Studio Elite HDX |
| Body Wood | Alder (Solid) |
| Neck Wood | Quartersawn Maple |
| Neck Shape | Standard ’64 |
| Fretboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Nut Width | 1 5/8" |
| Frets | Wide/Tall |
| Tuners | Hipshot Locking |
| Pickguard | White Pearl |
| Pickups | Slant JTS5500 (Neck & Middle) / Super Humbucker (Bridge) |
|---|---|
| Controls | Master Volume, Midboost Preamp (Bypass), Master Tone |
| Mini Switches | Bridge Series/Parallel, Add Neck + Bridge |
| Electronics Layout | 3 Buttons Next to 5-Way |
| Bridge | G2TS Tremolo |
| Hardware | Gold |
| Knobs | Classic White |
| Finish | White Shmear |
| Headstock | Faux Matching |
| Logo | Gold Standard (Dann Logo on Back) |
| Case | Genuine G&G Tyler Signature Hardshell Case |
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