Charvel Custom Shop USA LTD ALB

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Charvel Custom Shop USA LTD ALB

Charvel

Custom Shop USA LTD ALB

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Product Info

Article Number: 601238
Brand: Charvel
Model: Custom Shop USA LTD ALB
Price: $5,828.90

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This Charvel Custom Shop LTD ALB is a seriously impressive instrument. The mahogany/quilted maple combination gives it a beautiful look and a warm, powerful tone that really shines for rock and hard rock players. It's built to a high standard and feels fantastic in the hand – perfect for players who demand a premium experience and a versatile, shred-ready platform.

Product Description

  • Charvel Custom Shop USA LTD ALB
  • Electric Guitar
  • Custom Shop model
  • Body: Mahogany (Khaya Ivorensis)
  • Top: Quilted maple
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingherboard: Maple
  • Black 1/4" dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Thickness at 3rd fret: 20 mm / 12th fret. 22 mm
  • Floyd Rose Locking nut
  • 22 Jumbo frets
  • Pickup: 1 Seymour Duncan JB Model Zebra Creme/Black Bobbins Steg Humbucker (bridge) and 1 Seymour Duncan Custom Staggered Black Cover (neck) Single Coil
  • 1x 500k Master volume control
  • 1x 250k tone control
  • 3-Way toggle switch Switch
  • Chrom 1984 Floyd Rose Top-Mount Double-Locking Tremolo System bridge
  • Chrome hardware
  • Legacy Brass machine heads
  • Strings: .009 - .042“
  • Colour: Root Beer Trans
  • Includes certificate and case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers rich sustain and warmth, a fantastic foundation.
  • • Quilted maple top adds visual flair and a touch of brightness.
  • • Seymour Duncan JB/Custom Staggered combo offers versatile tonal options.
  • • Legacy Brass machine heads provide smooth, precise tuning stability.
CONS
  • • Mahogany body contributes to a potentially heavier feel for some players.
  • • Bolt-on neck, while responsive, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck.
  • • The pickup configuration leans towards rock/hard rock, limiting clean versatility.
  • • Custom Shop price point places it firmly in a premium-priced category.

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Key Features

Body Material Khaya Ivorensis Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Seymour Duncan JB Humbucker (bridge) / Seymour Duncan Custom Staggered Single Coil (neck)
Scale Length 25.5 in
Frets 22 Jumbo
Bridge Floyd Rose Top-Mount Double-Locking Tremolo System
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bolt-on necks generally have a slightly more immediate response and a brighter attack, but the Charvel’s construction minimizes any sustain loss; the mahogany body compensates well.
The Floyd Rose tremolo is reliable, but requires some familiarity to properly adjust and reset – it’s a double-locking system, so expect a bit more involved maintenance.
The JB/Custom Staggered pairing offers a more aggressive, high-output sound than many HSS setups, leaning towards a hotter, more saturated rock tone.

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