Kramer Guitars Striker HSS Jumper Red
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Kramer Guitars
Striker HSS Jumper Red
Product Info
Article Number:
533611
Brand:
Kramer Guitars
Model:
Striker HSS Jumper Red
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Striker HSS is a surprisingly solid instrument for the price. The mahogany body gives it a nice warmth, while the Floyd Rose tremolo opens up some fun possibilities. It's a great option for players looking for a versatile, shred-ready guitar without the premium price tag, particularly those into hard rock and modern rock tones.
Product Description
- Kramer Guitars Striker HSS Jumper Red
- Electric Guitar
- Striker Series
- Body: Mahogany
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fretboard inlays
- Neck profile: K-Speed Slim Taper C
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Floyd Rose R2 locking nut
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Kramer AlNiCo 5 HB-1 Zebra humbucker (bridge) and 2 Kramer Alnico 5 SC-1 single coils (middle and neck)
- Master volume and master tone control
- 5-Way switch
- Floyd Rose tremolo
- Die-cast tuners
- Black hardware
- Colour: Jumper Red
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation.
- • K-Speed neck profile is surprisingly comfortable for fast playing.
- • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for extreme dive bombs and whammy effects.
- • Zebra humbucker delivers a thick, aggressive bridge tone.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it feel a bit heavier than some alternatives.
- • Budget hardware might not withstand heavy tremolo use long term.
- • Single coil pickups can sound a bit noisy when overdriven.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Kramer AlNiCo 5 HB-1 humbucker, AlNiCo 5 SC-1 single coils
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51 in)
Frets
24
Bridge
Floyd Rose R2 Locking Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The R2 is a functional tremolo, but don’t expect the same level of refinement or smooth action as a premium Floyd Rose. It's adequate for most players but may require more frequent setup.
The K-Speed Slim Taper C is designed to be comfortable, and the 43 mm nut width should be manageable for most hand sizes, though very large hands might find it slightly cramped.
The humbucker performs well with high gain, but the single coils can exhibit a bit more noise – it's a trade-off for tonal versatility.
