Description

The James Tyler Studio Elite HD in Arctic Mint Shmear is an electrifying blend of form, function, and finesse, designed to push the boundaries of modern guitar performance. Its solid Alder body delivers a perfect balance of warmth, resonance, and clarity, while the eye-catching Arctic Mint Shmear finish radiates individuality and sophistication. The quartersawn Maple neck, paired with an Macassar Ebony fretboard, provides a silky smooth playing experience, and the Standard neck carve ensures unmatched comfort and speed for both rhythm and lead work. With a compound radius of 10" to 12" and wide/tall frets (.090" x .055"), this guitar is built for precision, effortless bends, and flawless playability across the entire fretboard.

Outfitted with top-tier hardware, the Studio Elite HD features Hipshot locking tuners for rock-solid tuning stability, a G2TS bridge for excellent sustain, and gleaming chrome appointments that add a touch of class. The white pearl guard seamlessly ties the instrument’s aesthetics together. Its versatile electronics include JTS5500 pickups in the neck and middle positions, complemented by a Super pickup in the bridge, delivering a palette of tones from vintage warmth to cutting-edge bite. The mid-boost preamp, with a bypass button, allows for precision tonal shaping, while the 5-way switch, volume, mid-boost, and tone controls provide ultimate flexibility. The James Tyler Studio Elite HD isn’t just a guitar—it’s a sonic weapon, a visual statement, and an instrument that inspires greatness every time you pick it up.

Other specifications include:

Alder Body (solid)
Maple Quartersawn Neck
Macassar Ebony Fretboard
Standard Neck Carve
Fret Size .090" x .055" Wide/Tall
Compound Radius 10" - 12"
Nut Width 1 5/8"
Hipshot Locking Tuners
G2TS Bridge
Chrome Hardware
White Pearl Guard
JTS5500 neck and middle pickups, Super bridge pickup
Mid Boost Preamp with Preamp Bypass Button
5-Way, Vol, Mid Boost, Tone
Hard Case
7 lbs 11 oz