Duesenberg Starplayer III Catalina Red
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Duesenberg
Starplayer III Catalina Red
Product Info
Article Number:
458264
Brand:
Duesenberg
Model:
Starplayer III Catalina Red
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Starplayer III is a unique instrument blending semi-hollow warmth with solid-body sustain. It’s a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage vibe with modern versatility, particularly those who appreciate a shorter scale and a touch of tremolo elegance. This guitar really shines in jazz, blues, and lighter rock applications.
Product Description
- Duesenberg Starplayer III Catalina Red
- Electric Guitar
- Type: Semi-hollow with sustain center block
- Plywood spruce top
- Plywood flamed maple back
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Body dimensions: 46 x 34 x 7 cm
- Scale: 650 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 22 Jumbo frets
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
- Dual Action truss rod
- Pickups: Duesenberg DP90 Domino single coil and Grand Vintage humbucker
- Controls: Master Volume
- Master Tone
- 3-Way switch
- Duesenberg Deluxe tremolo
- Colour: Catalina Red
- Incl. Duesenberg original custom line bag
PROS
- • Catalina Red finish is stunning; truly eye-catching and well-applied.
- • Domino single-coil and Grand Vintage humbucker combo offers versatile tonal options.
- • The sustain center block significantly enhances resonance and eliminates unwanted feedback.
- • Duesenberg’s Deluxe tremolo provides smooth, controlled vibrato without tuning instability.
CONS
- • Plywood construction, while functional, limits high-end resonance compared to all-wood.
- • The shorter 650mm scale length might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.
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Key Features
Body Material
Plywood spruce top, Plywood flamed maple back with sustain center block
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Duesenberg DP90 Domino single coil, Duesenberg Grand Vintage humbucker
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
22 Jumbo frets
Bridge
Duesenberg Deluxe tremolo
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Domino has a tighter, more focused character than many vintage single coils, offering a more articulate and present sound, especially when paired with the Grand Vintage humbucker.
The Duesenberg Deluxe tremolo is well-engineered but requires occasional fine-tuning, similar to other vintage-style tremolos; it's generally considered manageable with a bit of practice.
Duesenberg's build quality is exceptional, and the plywood body is structurally sound; with proper care, this guitar will age gracefully and maintain its playability for years to come.
