The Tom Anderson Angel Player in Olympic White is a stunning representation of classic electric guitar design elevated through modern craftsmanship, premium components, and meticulous attention to detail. Built as part of the Anderson Custom lineup, this instrument captures the timeless appeal of a traditional S-style guitar while delivering the exceptional performance, versatility, and precision that have become synonymous with the Tom Anderson name.
Crafted from alder, the solid body provides a balanced tonal foundation with excellent clarity, resonance, and dynamic response. Finished in a beautiful high-gloss Olympic White, the guitar exudes a clean and sophisticated elegance that never goes out of style. The matching body back creates a seamless visual presentation, while the tortoise shell pickguard adds a touch of vintage character and warmth that perfectly complements the bright finish.
The caramel maple neck offers exceptional stability, comfort, and visual appeal. Finished in satin natural on both the neck back and headstock, it provides a smooth, effortless playing experience that feels fast and inviting in the hand. The 62 Pete neck profile measures .815" at the 1st fret and .940" at the 12th fret, delivering a comfortable vintage-inspired feel with enough substance to satisfy players who appreciate a more substantial neck shape. Combined with a traditional 25 1/2-inch scale length, 1 11/16-inch nut width, and a compound 12" to 14" fingerboard radius, the Angel Player offers remarkable comfort and precision across the entire fretboard.
Equipped with medium-jumbo stainless steel frets measuring .047" x .104", the guitar delivers smooth playability, effortless bending, and long-term durability. The Buzz Feiten Tuning System further enhances tuning accuracy and intonation, ensuring exceptional performance in both live and studio environments.
The versatile pickup configuration pairs two SC1 single-coils in the neck and middle positions with a powerful HC2 humbucker in the bridge. The coffee-dipped off-white pickup covers provide a subtle aged appearance that complements the guitar's classic aesthetic, while the raw nickel humbucker cover adds a touch of understated sophistication. Through the innovative 5-way switching system, players can access everything from sparkling single-coil clarity and articulate rhythm tones to rich, powerful humbucker sounds. The switching arrangement, including the neck and bridge combination with humbucker splitting capabilities, greatly expands the tonal palette, making this instrument exceptionally adaptable across a wide range of musical styles.
Performance is enhanced by a vintage-style tremolo bridge that delivers smooth and expressive vibrato while maintaining excellent tuning stability. Locking tuners ensure dependable performance and quick string changes, while the chrome hardware package provides a timeless visual contrast against the Olympic White finish. Matching chrome control knobs and an off-white switch tip complete the guitar's refined and cohesive appearance.
Strung with D'Addario XS coated 10-46 strings and weighing just 7 pounds 7 ounces, the Angel Player offers outstanding comfort for extended playing sessions while retaining the resonance and sustain demanded by professional musicians. Included is an Anderson Premium Logo Gig Bag, providing superior protection and portability for life on the road, in the studio, or at home.
Combining vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern innovation, flawless craftsmanship, and remarkable tonal versatility, the Tom Anderson Angel Player in Olympic White is an instrument designed to inspire creativity at every turn. From crystalline cleans and dynamic rhythm textures to soaring lead tones, it delivers the expressive performance and uncompromising quality that define a world-class guitar.
