James Tyler Guitars Studio Elite HD | Blueberry Shmear
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The James Tyler Studio Elite HD in Blueberry Shmear is a killer example of what makes Tyler guitars so desirable among modern session players and boutique S-style fanatics. The Shmear finish delivers that unmistakable Tyler visual chaos—artistic, loud, and instantly recognizable—bringing together deep blues, purples, and layered texture in a way that feels alive under the light.
Built on an alder body, this Studio Elite HD leans into a more classic Tyler tonal foundation—balanced, articulate, and responsive. Paired with a birdseye maple neck and maple fingerboard, the result is a snappy, immediate attack with clear highs, tight low end, and a dynamic midrange that cuts effortlessly in both live and studio settings. The ST59 neck carve with widetall frets and a 1-5/8" nut delivers a fast, comfortable feel with plenty of control for expressive playing.
Electronics are pure Tyler versatility: a Retro Reverse in the neck paired with a Hot Retro in the bridge, along with a 5-way Super Switch that splits the humbuckers in positions 2 and 4. Add the onboard midboost preamp with bypass and you’ve got a massive tonal range—from glassy cleans to pushed, vocal lead tones—all without complicating the layout.
The rear-routed design keeps the look clean and uninterrupted, with no pickguard on the face, while the natural headstock with black standard logo ties the aesthetic together beautifully. White pickup bobbins and dome knobs add a subtle contrast against the bold finish, giving the guitar a cohesive, dialed-in look.
Finished with a G2TS bridge, Hipshot locking tuners, and chrome hardware, this is a precision-built instrument designed for stability, tuning reliability, and performance at every level. Weighing in at 7 lbs 10 oz, it feels solid, resonant, and alive in the hands.
It ships in a Genuine G&G Tyler Signature hardshell case, completing the full boutique package.
If you’re after a Studio Elite HD that blends bold, unmistakable aesthetics with studio-grade versatility and a fast, articulate feel—this Blueberry Shmear delivers exactly that.
| Model | Studio Elite HD |
|---|---|
| Serial # | 26166 |
| Weight | 7 lbs 10 oz |
| Body Wood | Alder |
| Neck Wood | Birdseye Maple |
| Fingerboard | Maple |
| Neck Shape | ST59 |
| Nut Width | 1-5/8 |
| Fret Size | Widetall |
| Finish | Blueberry Shmear |
| Headstock | Natural |
| Logo | Black Standard |
| Pickups | Retro Reverse (Neck), Hot Retro (Bridge) |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
|---|---|
| Pickup Color | White |
| Pickguard | N/A back W/B/W |
| Electronics | 5-way, Midboost Preamp, Preamp Bypass |
| Controls | Volume/Boost/Tone |
| Switching | 5-way Super Switch for split in 2 and 4 |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Bridge | G2TS |
| Tuners | Hipshot Locking |
| Knobs | Dome (White buttons) |
| Strings | 10–46 |
| Case | Genuine G&G Tyler Signature Hardshell Case |
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