James Tyler Tylerbastar - Purple Burst

The James Tyler Tylerbastar in Purple Burst is a striking expression of vision and craft, an instrument that honors the legacy of the late James Tyler, a builder whose bold imagination and fearless pursuit of tone changed the landscape of boutique guitars forever. Tyler was never afraid to challenge expectations, creating instruments that were unapologetically modern while remaining deeply musical. The Tylerbastar reflects this philosophy perfectly, blending classic inspiration with boundary-pushing design, resulting in a guitar that feels alive in the hands and limitless in its possibilities.

Its solid mahogany body, rear-routed for a sleek, uncluttered aesthetic, glows beneath the rich Purple Burst finish, a color that suggests both elegance and intensity. At 7 pounds 11 ounces, the guitar balances lightness with substance, resonating with the warmth and depth that mahogany has long been prized for. The birdseye maple neck brings beauty and stability, crowned by a smooth ebony fingerboard that provides a fast, glassy surface for precise playing. Shaped in the standard 64 carve, the neck offers a familiar profile that is substantial yet immediately comfortable, while wide and tall frets ensure effortless bends and expressive phrasing. A nut width of 1 11/16 inches and Hipshot locking tuners complete the playability, ensuring tuning stability and reliability even under the demands of live performance.

The electronics are where the Tylerbastar reveals its fearless spirit. Outfitted with a Studebaker neck pickup and a Super X bridge pickup, it covers a vast tonal range. The Studebaker offers warmth and clarity with a hint of vintage soul, while the Super X at the bridge delivers bold, muscular authority with the power to cut through any mix. The midboost preamp, a Tyler hallmark, adds yet another layer of versatility, offering tones that leap from subtle articulation to soaring presence. With a three-way switch, volume, boost, and tone controls, as well as options for preamp bypass, series/parallel wiring, and a Super X to Retro switch, the guitar offers tonal landscapes that extend far beyond the limits of traditional designs.

The Gotoh G2TS bridge ensures smooth and stable tremolo action, perfectly complementing the guitar’s versatile nature. Every element has been chosen not only for functionality but for the way it responds to the player’s touch. Whether coaxing delicate textures, driving chords with authority, or unleashing searing lead tones, the Tylerbastar meets every demand with fluid ease.

The Purple Burst finish gives the guitar a visual presence that mirrors its sonic personality. It is bold yet refined, confident yet inviting, much like James Tyler himself. This is not simply a guitar, but a reflection of his enduring philosophy: that instruments should inspire creativity, reward exploration, and stand apart in both sound and style. The Tylerbastar in Purple Burst carries forward his legacy, a modern classic infused with the spirit of innovation and artistry that defined his life’s work. It is a guitar that invites players to go further, play harder, and discover new colors of expression with every note.

Other specifications include:

• Solid Mahogany Body with Rear Rout
• Birdseye Maple Neck
• Ebony Fingerboard
• Standard 64 Neck Carve
• Frets wide/tall
• Nut width 1 11/16"
• Hipshot locking tuners
• Studebaker Neck Pickup
• Super X Bridge Pickup
• Midboost Preamp
• Volume, Boost, Tone
• 3 Way Switch
• Preamp Bypass, Series/Parallel, Super X to Retro
• Gotoh G2TS bridge
• 7 lbs 11 oz
• #25501

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