Suhr Classic S Paulownia TSB

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Suhr Classic S Paulownia TSB

Suhr

Classic S Paulownia TSB

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 516341
Brand: Suhr
Model: Classic S Paulownia TSB
Price: $4,838.90

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This Classic S is a real gem – the Paulownia body keeps it surprisingly light, and that roasted maple neck is just a joy to play. The hum-canceling system is a huge bonus for quieter stages, and the pickup combination gives you a wide range of tones, from glassy cleans to creamy overdrive. It's perfect for players seeking a refined, versatile, and articulate instrument with vintage vibe and modern functionality.

Product Description

  • Suhr Classic S Paulownia TSB
  • Electric Guitar
  • SSCII Silent Single Coil System reduces 50 & 60 Hz mains hum without affecting the sound
  • No batteries
  • only transparent hum reduction
  • Body: Paulownia
  • Bolt-on neck: 3A Roasted birdseye maple
  • Fingerboard: 3A Roasted birdseye maple
  • Neck profile: 60's vintage .810 - .930
  • Black dot fretboard inlays
  • 22 Heavy stainless steel frets
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Compound fretboard radius: 229 mm (9") to 305 mm (12")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Graph Tech TUSQ nut
  • Pickups: 2 Suhr V63 single coils (bridge + middle) and 1 Suhr DSV single coil (neck)
  • 1 Volume and 2 tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • Gotoh 510 tremolo
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Black hardware
  • Suhr locking tuners
  • Factory strings: (.010 -.046)
  • Colour: Trans Sonic Blue
  • Incl. case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Paulownia body offers surprisingly resonant, lightweight character.
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
  • • SSCII system effectively eliminates hum without sonic compromise.
  • • Suhr V63/DSV pickups deliver versatile, articulate tones.
CONS
  • • Paulownia can be more susceptible to dings and dents than harder woods.
  • • Compound radius might not appeal to players preferring a uniform feel.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment.

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Key Features

Body Material Paulownia
Neck Material 3A Roasted birdseye maple
Fingerboard 3A Roasted birdseye maple with black dot inlays
Pickups Suhr V63 (bridge/middle), Suhr DSV (neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22 Heavy stainless steel
Bridge Gotoh 510 tremolo
Weight Approximately 7.8 lbs (3.5 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Paulownia is lighter and more resonant than alder, lending a slightly more airy and chimey quality to the tone – it's not a dramatic difference, but adds a unique character.
The SSCII is designed to be completely transparent; it cancels hum electronically without altering the pickups' inherent tonal characteristics. You won’t hear any filtering or dulling of the sound.
The compound radius (9in to 12in) provides a comfortable feel for both chording and bending; it’s flatter in the lower register for easier chording and rounds out towards the higher frets for more comfortable soloing.

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