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Capitol

Capitol

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The Capitol is a semi-hollow electric inspired by classic late-1950s design. It combines traditional set-neck construction with a familiar feel and balanced tone, making it versatile for blues, rock, and more. Available with 50s Fat Neck and 60s Slim Taper. Available in aged Nitro for vintage authenticity or New Look PU for a clean, modern finish. Premium MAYBACH Case included. Final inspection and setup are performed in Germany

Choose your neck profile:
Capitol ’59 with a 50s fat neck
Capitol ’60 with a 60s slim taper neck

Who this guitar is for?
The Capitol draws on late-1950s influences combining traditional construction with a composed versatile character. It offers a familiar feel shaped by careful refinement. It combines traditional set-neck construction with a familiar feel and balanced tone making it versatile for blues rock and more.The Capitol is for players who want classic semi-hollow tone with a comfortable familiar feel. It suits blues classic rock jazz and anyone looking for warmth clarity and versatility in one guitar.

Specification Overview

BODY | Semi-hollow, Maple
FINISH | Nitrocellulose or poly options

NECK | Mahogany set neck
FINGERBOARD | Rosewood with dot inlays
SCALE LENGTH | 24.75 inch
FRETS | 22 medium jumbo
NUT | Bone

HARDWARE
TUNERS | Gotoh
BRIDGE | Tune-O-Matic
TAILPIECE | Stop tailpiece
HARDWARE | Nickel

ELECTRONICS
PICKUPS | Amber Spirit of '59
SWITCH | 3 way toggle
CONTROLS | 2 Volume, 2 Tone
ELECTRONICS | Selected Premium Pots / Caps

Available finishes
  • Natural Natural
  • Antique Walnut Antique Walnut
  • Olive Drop Olive Drop
  • Pelham Blue Pelham Blue
  • Earl Grey Earl Grey
  • Solid Black Solid Black
  • Wild Cherry Wild Cherry
  • 3TSB 3TSB
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