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Best Hagstrom Single Cut Guitars 2025

Premium Hagstrom single cut guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Jazz For Metal For Classic Rock For Hard Rock
BRANDS: Gibson Harley Benton ESP Epiphone Gretsch Larry Carlton Maybach Hagstrom PRS DAngelico Stanford Heritage Guitar Kramer Guitars
Hagstrom Fantomen White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Hagstrom Fantomen White

by Hagstrom
Metal Hard Rock Blues
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Hagstrom Fantomen WhiteElectric GuitarMahogany body (Swietenia macrophylla)Set-in mahogany neck (Swietenia...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 417239
$934
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Hagstrom Fantomen Cosmic Black Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Hagstrom Fantomen Cosmic Black Burst

by Hagstrom
Jazz Classic Rock Blues
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Higher price point typically

Hagstrom Fantomen Cosmic Black BurstElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: flamed mapleSet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 587303
$879
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Hagstrom Ultra Max Black Satin - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Hagstrom Ultra Max Black Satin

by Hagstrom
Blues Classic Rock Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Rich midrange presence
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • May lack brightness for some styles

Hagstrom Ultra Max Black SatinElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleNeck: MahoganyNeck attachment: Set-inFretboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466060
$714
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Hagstrom Swede Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Hagstrom Swede Gold

by Hagstrom
Rock Jazz Metal
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Hagstrom Swede GoldElectric GuitarMahogany body3/4" maple top with top-grade flamed maple veneerSet-in mahogany...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 564442
$1,066
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Hagstrom Super Swede Fall Sky Gloss - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Hagstrom Super Swede Fall Sky Gloss

by Hagstrom
Blues Hard Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Higher price point typically

Hagstrom Super Swede Fall Sky GlossElectric GuitarMahogany body3/4" Maple top with top grade flamed maple...

⭐ 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 564435
$1,066
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Hagstrom Ultra Swede Worn Denim Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Hagstrom Ultra Swede Worn Denim Burst

by Hagstrom
Blues Hard Rock Classic Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies

Hagstrom Ultra Swede Worn Denim BurstElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodTop: MapleSet-in neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 612012
$659
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Hagstrom Fantomen Tobacco Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Hagstrom Fantomen Tobacco Sunburst

by Hagstrom
Blues Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Higher price point typically

Hagstrom Fantomen Tobacco SunburstElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck: Mahogany (Aucoumea klaineana)Neck attachment:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 421084
$879
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Hagstrom Fantomen Worn Denim - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Hagstrom Fantomen Worn Denim

by Hagstrom
Classic Rock Blues Metal
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies

Hagstrom Fantomen Worn DenimElectric GuitarBody: MahagonyTop: flamed mapleSet-in neck: MahoganyLong tenon...

⭐ 4.6/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 591444
$923
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Hagstrom Ultra Swede Black Gloss - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Hagstrom Ultra Swede Black Gloss

by Hagstrom
Jazz Blues Classic Rock
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • May lack brightness for some styles

Hagstrom Ultra Swede Black GlossElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodTop: MapleGlued-in neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 581610
$549
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Hagstrom Ultra Max Cosmic Blackburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Hagstrom Ultra Max Cosmic Blackburst

by Hagstrom
Hard Rock Blues Metal
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Higher price point typically

Hagstrom Ultra Max Cosmic BlackburstElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Flame veneer mapleSingle CutawayWhite perloid...

⭐ 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 466064
$659
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Hagstrom Super Swede Dark Storm - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Hagstrom Super Swede Dark Storm

by Hagstrom
Classic Rock Blues Metal
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Hagstrom Super Swede Dark StormElectric GuitarMahogany body3/4" Maple top with top-grade flamed maple veneerSet-in...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 564431
$989
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Hagstrom Fantomen Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Hagstrom Fantomen Black

by Hagstrom
Metal Jazz Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies

Hagstrom Fantomen BlackElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyNeck attachment: Set-inFretboard & Nut: Resinator...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 417251
$879
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Hagstrom Fantomen Mystique Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Hagstrom Fantomen Mystique Burst

by Hagstrom
Rock Jazz Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Hagstrom Fantomen Mystique BurstElectric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard and nut: Resinator...

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 583913
$912
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Hagstrom Super Swede Crimson Flame - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Hagstrom Super Swede Crimson Flame

by Hagstrom
Hard Rock Classic Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • May lack brightness for some styles

Hagstrom Super Swede Crimson FlameElectric GuitarMahogany body3/4" Maple top with top-grade flamed maple...

⭐ 4.7/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 564430
$1,066
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Hagstrom Super Swede XSOP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Hagstrom Super Swede XSOP

by Hagstrom
Blues Classic Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
  • • Rich midrange presence
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point typically
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Hagstrom Super Swede XSOPElectric GuitarMahogany body3/4" Maple top with top-grade flamed maple veneerSet-in...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 564434
$1,066
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How to Choose the Best Single Cut Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced single cut guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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