Suhr Modern Roasted - Purple Haze #85797

The Suhr Modern Roasted in Purple Haze is a jaw-dropping testament to what happens when cutting-edge design, obsessive craftsmanship, and fearless style come together under the vision of John Suhr. For decades, John Suhr has shaped the modern electric guitar world, setting the bar for precision, playability, and tone while pushing the envelope of what a performance guitar can be. With every instrument that leaves his shop, players get the rare mix of custom-shop mastery and rock-solid reliability that has made Suhr a name spoken with reverence by discerning guitarists around the globe.

The Modern Roasted Purple Haze is built on a foundation that balances classic tonewoods with next-level treatment. Its two-piece roasted swamp ash body is contoured to perfection, with arm, hand, and tummy cuts that make hours of playing feel effortless. The body’s finish in Purple Haze is a statement on its own, shimmering under stage lights while showing off the natural beauty of the wood beneath.

At the heart of this build is its roasted flame maple neck, capped with a roasted maple fingerboard that delivers incredible stability and resonance. Suhr’s Modern Elliptical neck carve sits comfortably between .800 and .850 inches, perfectly paired with a 10 to 14 inch compound radius and a standard roll that feels fast and broken in right out of the case. Stainless steel jumbo frets make bends and vibrato silky smooth and add a lifetime of durability, while the 1.650 inch Tusq nut ensures tuning stays rock solid.

Every piece of hardware is designed to perform. Black hardware throughout matches the vibe of the Purple Haze finish while adding a stealthy edge. The Suhr 2-post recessed tremolo offers silky, stable dives and flutters with zero fuss, and Suhr’s locking tuners make string changes quick and precise. The laser black logo and black side and face dots complete the sleek, modern aesthetic.

Electronics are where this guitar truly comes alive. The Thornbucker in the neck position delivers vintage-inspired warmth with singing sustain, while the SSH bridge pickup brings tight, articulate punch with enough muscle to handle everything from molten leads to tight, percussive riffs. The five-way blade switch and push-pull splitting for both humbuckers give you a palette of tones that covers glassy single-coil sparkle to thick, midrange-rich growl with ease. One volume and one tone keep things simple, letting you dial in your sound fast and stay focused on your playing.

At just 6 pounds 8 ounces, this Modern Roasted is built to go wherever your music takes you. It comes protected in a sturdy hard case so it is ready for gigs, sessions, or the wildest jam sessions you can throw at it.

The Suhr Modern Roasted Purple Haze is more than an eye-catching guitar. It is the culmination of John Suhr’s dedication to pushing the limits of what a guitar can be, while staying true to the timeless qualities that make a great instrument sing. Whether you are stepping onto the biggest stage or crafting songs in your bedroom, this guitar is ready to inspire your next move.

Other specifications include:

• Roasted Swamp Ash Body 2-Piece
• Arm, Hand, & Tummy Contours
• Roasted Flame Maple Neck
• Roasted Maple Fingerboard
• Original Matching Headstock
• Modern Elliptical .800 - .850"
• 10" - 14" Radius
• Standard Roll
• 1.650" width Tusq Nut
• Stainless Steel, Jumbo 24 Frets
• Black Hardware
• Suhr 2-Post Tremolo Recessed
• Suhr Locking Tuners
• Thornbucker Neck Pickup
• SSH Bridge Pickup
• 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-Way Blade
• Push-pull, split both humbuckers
• Laser Black Logo
• Black Side & Face Dots
• Hard case
• 6 lbs 8 oz
• #85797

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