James Tyler Guitars Studio Elite HDX | Mijburst over Cherry Red Shmear
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The James Tyler Studio Elite HDX in Mijburst over Cherry Red Shmear blends a classic super strat foundation with the kind of creativity and flexibility that they’re known for. Built on an alder body with a quartersawn maple neck and gaboon ebony board, it has that familiar balance and responsiveness, but everything about it feels more dialed, intentional, and every bit boutique. The ST59 neck carve sits right in that comfortable, fast zone that’s perfect for rhythm and lead work. The wide/tall frets make bending effortless ands precise, while the 7lbs 9oz weight keeps it balanced without feeling heavy on your lap or strap. The overall build leans into performance without losing personality, which this guitar has lots of.
Finished in Mijburst over Cherry Red Shmear, this one immediately stands out. The layered finish creates a ton of depth, with the darker burst sitting over the red shmear that pushes through as the light hits it. It feels fluid, alive, and has an unpredictable character that makes Tyler finishes so recognizable. The black neck and headstock, with the red Explogo, provide a stealthy look that matches the dark colours of the body. Paired with the black hardware and no-pickguard look, it comes across clean and aggressive at the same time, with a visual identity that is hard to mistake for anything else.
Loaded with JTS5500 single coils in the neck and middle and Super bridge humbucker, this guitar covers a huge tonal range while staying focused and articulate. The single coils deliver clarity and snap, while the bridge adds the right amount of output and weight without losing definition. The midboost preamp gives you an extra layer of control, letting you push mids and thickness when needed. Add in the series and parallel options along with neck and bridge combinations, and it becomes an extremely flexible and intuitive system. This James Tyler Guitars Studio Elite HDX in Mijburst over Cherry Red Shmear is a tone chaser's dream guitar.
| Serial | 26222 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7lbs 9oz |
| Model | Studio Elite HDX |
| Body Wood | Alder |
| Neck Wood | Quartersawn Maple |
| Fretboard | Gaboon Ebony |
| Neck Shape | ST59 |
| Nut Width | 1-5/8” |
| Fret Size | Wide/Tall |
| Inlay | WMOP |
| Finish (Body) | Mijburst over Cherry Red Shmear |
| Headstock | Black Neck - HS Semi |
| Logo | Black Explogo |
| Finish Type | Semi Gloss |
| Neck Pickup | JTS5500 |
|---|---|
| Middle Pickup | JTS5500 |
| Bridge Pickup | Super |
| Electronics | 5-Way Midboost Preamp Preamp Bypass Volume/Boost/Tone 3 Buttons Next to 5-Way Series/Parallel Add Neck & Bridge |
| Pickguard | N/A back B/W/B |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS |
| Hardware Color | Black |
| Bridge | G2TS |
| Knob Type/Color | Dome |
| Button Color | Black |
| Tuners | Hipshot Locking |
| Strings | 10s |
| Case | Original Hardcase with Accessories |
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