2017 Strandberg Custom Shop Boden Standard 8 - Koi Fish #G1712039

This 2017 Strandberg Custom Shop Boden Standard 8-String is a truly distinctive instrument that combines innovative Scandinavian design, exceptional playability, and striking visual appeal. Manufactured in Sweden, this unique example features a beautifully chambered Ash body finished in a Natural Koi Fish acrylic satin finish, creating an eye-catching appearance that sets it apart from conventional instruments. The Boden's ergonomic body design and lightweight construction provide outstanding comfort and balance, while its headless architecture delivers a compact, streamlined playing experience. Weighing just 5 lbs. 8 oz., this is an exceptionally lightweight instrument for an eight-string guitar.

The neck-through construction features a five-piece Roasted Birdseye Maple neck with Strandberg's innovative EndurNeck profile, designed to promote a natural hand position and reduce playing fatigue. The Ziricote fingerboard features a 20" radius, 24 stainless steel Jescar frets, and a stainless steel Jescar zero fret for consistent feel and excellent durability. Original Green Luminlay fretboard inlays and side dots provide excellent visibility, while the extended multi-scale design ranges from 26.5" to 28", offering improved string tension, definition, and intonation across all eight strings.

Electronics are powered by a set of premium Lundgren M8 humbucking pickups, delivering exceptional clarity, articulation, and dynamic response across the instrument's extended range. The straightforward control layout includes master volume and tone controls, along with a three-way pickup selector offering bridge, bridge-and-neck, and neck pickup configurations. A fixed hardtail bridge and black-finished hardware complete the sleek, modern aesthetic while providing a stable and dependable playing platform.

Combining Strandberg's forward-thinking ergonomic design with premium materials, boutique craftsmanship, and the unmistakable Koi Fish finish, this 2017 Custom Shop Boden Standard 8 is an exceptional instrument for players looking to explore the full potential of an extended-range guitar. Included with the instrument are the original .strandberg* Venture Gig-Bag, accessory tool kit, and guitar stand. A rare and visually striking opportunity to own a Swedish-made Strandberg Custom Shop instrument built for uncompromising performance and playability.

Other specifications include:

• Dexterity Right-Handed 
• Guitar String Count 8-String 
• Neck Construction Neck Thru 
• Body Construction Chambered 
• Scale Configuration Multi-Scale 26.5" to 28"
• Neck Profile EndurNeck 
• Bridge Type Hardtail 
• Pickups Lundgren M8
• Included Instrument Bag/Case .strandberg* Venture Gig-Bag 
• Country of Manufacturing Sweden
• Body Shape Boden 
• Body Material Ash
• Body Finish Color Natural/Koi Fish
• Body Finish Type Acrylic Satin 
• Neck Material Roasted Birdseye Maple 5pc
• Fretboard Material Ziricote
• Scale Length 26.5"-28" 
• Fretboard Radius 20" 
• Number of Frets 24 
• Zero Fret Type Jescar 57110-S Stainless Steel 
• Main Fret Type Jescar 57100-S Stainless Steel 
• Nut Width Global 57.50 mm 
• Fretboard Inlays Original Luminlay Green 
• Fretboard Side Dots Original Luminlay Green 
• Neck Finish Type Acrylic Satin 
• Neck Finish Color Natural 
• Nut Plastic moulded 8-string nut 
• Hardware Finish Black  
• Knobs Aluminum Knob NX 6mm hole knurled Black 
• Pickup Configuration H-H 
• Pickup Switching 1. Bridge, 2. Bridge + Neck, 3. Neck 
• 1 vol 1 tone
• Included Accessories tool kit and stand
• 5 lbs 8 oz
• G1712039

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