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The James Tyler Studio Elite HDX in Swamp Water is a stunning example of why James Tyler remains one of the most respected names in boutique electric guitars. Every detail reflects an uncompromising commitment to tone, feel, and craftsmanship, resulting in an instrument that is as inspiring to play as it is to admire. The unique Swamp Water matte finish gives the ash body an organic, understated elegance while allowing the natural character of the wood to shine through. At just 7 pounds 8 ounces, this Studio Elite HDX is perfectly balanced with an exceptionally comfortable feel that invites hours of effortless playing.
The lightweight ash body delivers remarkable resonance, lively attack, and exceptional note definition, pairing beautifully with the figured birdseye maple neck and premium Indian ebony fingerboard. The comfortable Standard 64 neck carve feels instantly familiar in the hand, while the 1 11/16 inch nut width and wide tall frets provide a fast, confident playing experience with effortless bends, outstanding control, and impeccable intonation across the entire fretboard.
Premium appointments continue throughout with Hipshot locking tuners for rock solid tuning stability, a G2TS bridge that maximizes sustain and harmonic richness, and chrome hardware that complements the guitar's refined aesthetic. A natural headstock, accented by the classic black standard Tyler logo and a black, white, black pickguard, completes the unmistakable boutique presentation.
Tonally, the Studio Elite HDX is simply extraordinary. A pair of JTS5500 pickups in the neck and middle positions produce everything from shimmering cleans to rich, articulate blues tones, while the Super bridge pickup delivers exceptional punch, clarity, and harmonic complexity without sacrificing warmth. The versatile control layout expands far beyond a traditional S style guitar, featuring a five way selector alongside three dedicated switching buttons for series and parallel operation, neck and bridge pickup combination, and instant preamp bypass. Volume, boost, and tone controls work seamlessly with the onboard mid boost preamp, offering everything from vintage inspired sparkle to thick, muscular lead tones at the touch of a button.
Whether your style demands pristine cleans, dynamic edge of breakup textures, soaring lead tones, or modern high gain performance, the Studio Elite HDX responds with remarkable sensitivity and musicality. Every note rings with exceptional clarity, every chord blooms with dimension, and every nuance of your touch is faithfully translated through one of the most versatile electronic platforms available today.
Complete with its original hard case, this James Tyler Studio Elite HDX is an extraordinary boutique instrument that embodies innovative design, world class craftsmanship, and limitless tonal versatility. It is a guitar built to inspire, equally at home on the biggest stages, in the finest studios, or at the center of a world class collection.
Other specifications include:
- Matte Finish
- Ash Body
- Birdseye Maple Neck
- Indian Ebony Fretboard
- Standard 64 Neck Carve
- Fret Size Wide/Tall
- Nut Width 1 11/16"
- Hipshot Locking Tuners
- G2TS Bridge
- Chrome Hardware
- Natural Headstock
- Black/White/Black Pickguard
- Black Standard Headstock Logo
- JTS5500 Neck and Middle pickups, Super Bridge Pickup
- 3 Buttons Next to 5-Way, Volume/Boost/Tone
- Mid Boost Preamp with Preamp Bypass Button
- Series Parallel
- Add Neck & Bridge
- Hard Case
- 7 lbs 8 oz
- #26308
For more information on this James Tyler instrument, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- James Tyler
- Actual Weight
- 7.8
- Series
- Studio Elite HDX
- Body Style
- S-Style
- Color
- Swamp Water
- Model
- Studio Elite HDX
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
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The James Tyler Studio Elite HDX in Swamp Water is a stunning example of why James Tyler remains one of the most respected names in boutique electric guitars. Every detail reflects an uncompromising commitment to tone, feel, and craftsmanship, resulting in an instrument that is as inspiring to play as it is to admire. The unique Swamp Water matte finish gives the ash body an organic, understated elegance while allowing the natural character of the wood to shine through. At just 7 pounds 8 ounces, this Studio Elite HDX is perfectly balanced with an exceptionally comfortable feel that invites hours of effortless playing.
The lightweight ash body delivers remarkable resonance, lively attack, and exceptional note definition, pairing beautifully with the figured birdseye maple neck and premium Indian ebony fingerboard. The comfortable Standard 64 neck carve feels instantly familiar in the hand, while the 1 11/16 inch nut width and wide tall frets provide a fast, confident playing experience with effortless bends, outstanding control, and impeccable intonation across the entire fretboard.
Premium appointments continue throughout with Hipshot locking tuners for rock solid tuning stability, a G2TS bridge that maximizes sustain and harmonic richness, and chrome hardware that complements the guitar's refined aesthetic. A natural headstock, accented by the classic black standard Tyler logo and a black, white, black pickguard, completes the unmistakable boutique presentation.
Tonally, the Studio Elite HDX is simply extraordinary. A pair of JTS5500 pickups in the neck and middle positions produce everything from shimmering cleans to rich, articulate blues tones, while the Super bridge pickup delivers exceptional punch, clarity, and harmonic complexity without sacrificing warmth. The versatile control layout expands far beyond a traditional S style guitar, featuring a five way selector alongside three dedicated switching buttons for series and parallel operation, neck and bridge pickup combination, and instant preamp bypass. Volume, boost, and tone controls work seamlessly with the onboard mid boost preamp, offering everything from vintage inspired sparkle to thick, muscular lead tones at the touch of a button.
Whether your style demands pristine cleans, dynamic edge of breakup textures, soaring lead tones, or modern high gain performance, the Studio Elite HDX responds with remarkable sensitivity and musicality. Every note rings with exceptional clarity, every chord blooms with dimension, and every nuance of your touch is faithfully translated through one of the most versatile electronic platforms available today.
Complete with its original hard case, this James Tyler Studio Elite HDX is an extraordinary boutique instrument that embodies innovative design, world class craftsmanship, and limitless tonal versatility. It is a guitar built to inspire, equally at home on the biggest stages, in the finest studios, or at the center of a world class collection.
Other specifications include:
- Matte Finish
- Ash Body
- Birdseye Maple Neck
- Indian Ebony Fretboard
- Standard 64 Neck Carve
- Fret Size Wide/Tall
- Nut Width 1 11/16"
- Hipshot Locking Tuners
- G2TS Bridge
- Chrome Hardware
- Natural Headstock
- Black/White/Black Pickguard
- Black Standard Headstock Logo
- JTS5500 Neck and Middle pickups, Super Bridge Pickup
- 3 Buttons Next to 5-Way, Volume/Boost/Tone
- Mid Boost Preamp with Preamp Bypass Button
- Series Parallel
- Add Neck & Bridge
- Hard Case
- 7 lbs 8 oz
- #26308
For more information on this James Tyler instrument, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- James Tyler
- Actual Weight
- 7.8
- Series
- Studio Elite HDX
- Body Style
- S-Style
- Color
- Swamp Water
- Model
- Studio Elite HDX
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
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