Kramer Guitars

USA, est. 1974 · 76 products across 1 categories

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$766
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About Kramer Guitars

Kramer Guitars, initially a high-end instrument retailer, burst onto the scene in the early 1980s with aggressively styled, performance-oriented guitars catering to the burgeoning hard rock and metal scene. Known for their distinctive headstock shape and association with players like Eddie Van Halen and Dave Mustaine, Kramer experienced periods of both intense popularity and fluctuating ownership, ultimately re-emerging as a brand focused on delivering accessible, high-value instruments.

Founded
1974
Country
USA
Segment
Mid-range
Target
Kramer guitars are ideal for aspiring and intermediate rock and metal players se
Known For
Baretta Series Vanguard Series (Dave Mustaine) Aggressive Headstock Design Focus on Rock/Metal Performance ’80s Shred Aesthetic
PROS
  • • Excellent value for the features offered
  • • Aggressive, stylish aesthetics appeal to many
  • • Good playability for shredding and rock styles
  • • Wide range of models caters to diverse tastes
CONS
  • • Historical quality control inconsistencies can be a concern
  • • Brand image occasionally suffers from past ownership changes
  • • Can lack the refinement of premium-priced competitors
  • • Some models prioritize style over ultimate ergonomic comfort

Kramer Guitars Products

Kramer Guitars Striker Figured HSS ST TP - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Striker Figured HSS ST TP

ST Style Guitars

$384
Electric Guitar, Striker series, Body: Mahogany, Top: AAA figured maple...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Striker Figured HSS Wild Ivy - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Striker Figured HSS Wild Ivy

ST Style Guitars

$417
Electric Guitar, Striker series, Body: Mahogany, Top: AAA flamed maple...
4.6 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Bumblebee Yellow - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Bumblebee Yellow

ST Style Guitars

$802
Electric Guitar, Baretta Series, Maple body, 3-Strip bolt-on maple neck, Maple...
4.9 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Jumper Red - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Jumper Red

ST Style Guitars

$769
Electric guitar, Baretta series, Body: Maple, Neck: Maple, three-strip bolt-on,...
5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars SM-1 H Tronius Silver - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars SM-1 H Tronius Silver

ST Style Guitars

$901
Kramer Guitars SM-1 H TSI Limited, Electric Guitar, Limited edition, Body: Mahogany, Neck-through-body: Mahogany,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars SM-1 H Shockwave Purple - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars SM-1 H Shockwave Purple

ST Style Guitars

$901
Kramer Guitars SM-1 H SWP Limited, Electric Guitar, Limited edition, Body: Mahogany, Neck-through-body: Mahogany,...
4.9 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Pacer Classic PP - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Pacer Classic PP

ST Style Guitars

$329
Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Bolted neck: Maple, Fretboard: Maple, Neck profile:...
4.6 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars The 84 Matte White - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars The 84 Matte White

ST Style Guitars

$725
Electric guitar, Original Series, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...
4.6 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Danger Zone Baretta - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Danger Zone Baretta

ST Style Guitars

$879
Electric Guitar, Original Series, Body: Alder, 3-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Viper Baretta Snakeskin - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Viper Baretta Snakeskin

ST Style Guitars

$977
Electric Guitar, Original Series, Body: Alder, Bolted neck: Maple, Fretboard:...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Hot Rod Baretta Blue Sparkle D - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Hot Rod Baretta Blue Sparkle D

ST Style Guitars

$901
Electric Guitar, Original series, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Maple,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Nightswan Aztec Marble Graphic - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Nightswan Aztec Marble Graphic

ST Style Guitars

$989
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece neck: Maple, Fretboard: Ebony,...
4.6 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Nightswan Jet Black MetallicLH - Lefthanded Guitars

Kramer Guitars Nightswan Jet Black MetallicLH

Lefthanded Guitars

$769
Kramer Guitars Nightswan Jet Black Metallic LH, Electric Guitar, Left-handed model, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece neck:...
4.6 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Nightswan Jet Black Metallic - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Nightswan Jet Black Metallic

ST Style Guitars

$824
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece neck: Maple, Fretboard: Ebony,...
4.9 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Tracii Guns Gunstar Voyager - Heavy Guitars

Kramer Guitars Tracii Guns Gunstar Voyager

Heavy Guitars

$879
Electric Guitar, Signature, Voyager shape, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece maple...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Special Purple - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Special Purple

ST Style Guitars

$241
Electric Guitar, Mahogany body, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Maple fretboard, Dot...
5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars The 84 (Alder) Red - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars The 84 (Alder) Red

ST Style Guitars

$725
Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Neck: Maple with Walnut Skunk Stripe, Fretboard:...
4.8 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Focus VT211S Purple - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Focus VT211S Purple

ST Style Guitars

$186
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Maple, Black dot fretboard...
4.4 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Focus VT211S Gray - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Focus VT211S Gray

ST Style Guitars

$208
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Maple, Black dot fretboard...
4.9 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Vintage Ruby Red - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Vintage Ruby Red

ST Style Guitars

$637
Electric Guitar, Body: Maple, Neck: Maple, Neck attachment: Bolt-on,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Nightswan - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Nightswan

ST Style Guitars

$747
Electric Guitar, Mahogany body (Swietenia macrophylla), Maple neck, Ebony fretboard, "C" Neck...
4.7 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars SM-1 Vintage Maximum Steel - Heavy Guitars

Kramer Guitars SM-1 Vintage Maximum Steel

Heavy Guitars

$945
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), Mahogany...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars SM-1 Vintage Candy Blue - Heavy Guitars

Kramer Guitars SM-1 Vintage Candy Blue

Heavy Guitars

$879
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), Mahogany...
4.7 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Special CB - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Special CB

ST Style Guitars

$241
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fretboard: Maple, Fretboard...
4.8 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Pacer Classic CAR - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Pacer Classic CAR

ST Style Guitars

$329
Electric Guitar, Mahogany body, Maple neck, Maple fretboard, 22 Frets, Scale: 648 mm,...
5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Assault 220 FR Black - Single Cut Guitars

Kramer Guitars Assault 220 FR Black

Single Cut Guitars

$384
Kramer Guitars Assault 220 Fr Black Electric Guitar, Mahogany body, Set-in...
4.5 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Assault Figured Caribbean Blue - Single Cut Guitars

Kramer Guitars Assault Figured Caribbean Blue

Single Cut Guitars

$901
Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: AAA flamed maple, Set-in neck:...
4.9 Expert Rating
Kramer Guitars Baretta Time Machine - ST Style Guitars

Kramer Guitars Baretta Time Machine

ST Style Guitars

$901
Electric Guitar, Body: Maple, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Maple, Black dot...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kramer Guitars

Currently, Kramer instruments are primarily manufactured in Indonesia, with some components sourced globally. This allows them to maintain a more affordable price point while retaining key design elements.

Kramer's modern guitars are designed for serious players, offering solid hardware and playability, although discerning players may want to upgrade certain components.

The distinctive ‘Kramer’ headstock is an iconic design element, instantly recognizable and a key part of the brand’s visual identity, evoking the feel of 1980s hard rock.

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