Kramer Guitars Assault 220 FR Black
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Kramer Guitars
Assault 220 FR Black
Product Info
Article Number:
248370
Brand:
Kramer Guitars
Model:
Assault 220 FR Black
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$383.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Assault 220 FR Black is a solid choice for players wanting a rock-ready instrument without emptying their wallet. The mahogany body and ebony board combo delivers a surprisingly balanced tone, while the Floyd Rose tremolo gives you plenty of dive-bombing potential. It's a great entry point into the world of shred guitars for aspiring rockers and metalheads.
Product Description
- Kramer Guitars Assault 220 FR Black
- Kramer Guitars Assault 220 Fr Black Electric Guitar
- Mahogany body
- Set-in mahogany neck
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Thorn fretboard inlays
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- 2 Dual humbucker pickups
- 1 Volume control and 1 tone (coil tap) control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Recessed Floyd Rose tremolo
- Finish: Black
- Case (optional): #122213#
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation for a full tone.
- • Ebony fretboard offers slick playability and brightens the overall sound.
- • Dual humbuckers deliver high-output, aggressive tones ideal for rock and metal.
- • Recessed Floyd Rose tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without tuning instability.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make the guitar feel a bit heavy for extended playing sessions.
- • Simplified control layout limits tonal shaping compared to more complex guitars.
- • Budget-friendly components may not offer the longevity of higher-end hardware.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Dual Humbuckers (unspecified model, likely a Kramer-branded design)
Scale Length
648 mm (approximately 25.5 in)
Frets
24
Bridge
Recessed Floyd Rose Tremolo System
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated, based on mahogany construction and hardware)
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Frequently Asked Questions
While designed for rock and metal, the humbuckers offer a decent clean tone with the volume rolled back; the coil tap adds versatility, but it's not a jazz guitar.
It's a functional, budget-friendly Floyd Rose; expect a bit more friction and potentially more frequent tuning adjustments than a premium version.
The neck profile is likely a slim taper, which is comfortable for most, but players with very large hands might find it a touch narrow.
