Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Axis AX 3 Neptune Blue

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Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Axis AX 3 Neptune Blue

Sterling by Music Man

S.U.B. Axis AX 3 Neptune Blue

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Product Info

Article Number: 610640
Model: S.U.B. Axis AX 3 Neptune Blue
Price: $636.90

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The S.U.B. Axis AX 3 is a seriously fun guitar – it's got a surprisingly versatile tone thanks to those humbuckers and the trem. It’s a great option for players wanting a modern feel with a bit of vintage vibe, especially those into heavier rock and alternative styles. The build quality is solid for the price point, making it a real value.

Product Description

  • Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Axis AX 3 Neptune Blue
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Jabon
  • Top: Flamed maple veneer
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Black dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • 22 Narrow frets
  • Pickup: 2 Alnico Humbucker
  • Volume and tone controls
  • 5-Way toggle switch
  • Fulcrum tremolo
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Colour: Neptune Blue
PROS
  • • Jabon body provides surprising resonance and warmth.
  • • Maple neck offers excellent clarity and sustain.
  • • Alnico humbuckers deliver thick, aggressive rock tones.
  • • Fulcrum tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without tuning issues.
CONS
  • • Jabon body can be somewhat plain aesthetically compared to other woods.
  • • Bolt-on neck might not appeal to players preferring set necks.
  • • Tremolo system requires occasional tuning adjustments with heavy use.

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Key Features

Body Material Jabon
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups 2 Alnico Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 22 Narrow
Bridge Fulcrum Tremolo
Weight 8.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Fulcrum trem is a vintage-style trem, offering more subtle vibrato than a Floyd Rose, and is generally easier to adjust and restring.
The neck has a comfortable C shape with a 42mm nut width, which should be manageable for most hand sizes, though those with very large hands might find it slightly narrow.
While sharing some DNA, the S.U.B. Axis offers a slightly more aggressive, rock-focused tone, whereas a full-fledged Axis often leans towards a more refined, versatile sound.

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