Why is Suhr so expensive?
So, Why Suhr guitars so expensive? The main reason is related to the manufacturing location, the U.S.A. Since the worker wages in the U.S. are more than triple compared to the cheaper guitar producing countries, production costs significantly increase.
Does Suhr PLEK their guitars?
PLEK SYSTEM A computerized machine that analyzes the fretboard and frets to get each fret within a microscopic tolerance. Suhr guitars then does a final fret dressing to insure a perfect action and fret height.
Do Suhr Guitars have stainless steel frets?
The Standard is equipped with some of our most popular features including an even C slim neck profile, stainless steel frets, and our proprietary SSCII hum cancelling system. The Standard Plus is designed to inspire.
Does Suhr sell necks?
Suhr Modern Set-Neck 1-Piece Flame Top Natural.
Are Suhr guitars handmade?
At Suhr, we don’t merely produce some of the finest hand-crafted guitars and amplifiers – we produce dreams that inspire musical passion and artistic creativity.
Why are boutique guitars so expensive?
They are expensive for manufacturers to source because preserved species, like Ebony or Brazilian Rosewood, are only available in small commodities. Companies buy for a high price, therefore only use them to build premium guitars.
What frets does Suhr use?
SPECIFICATIONS
| Frets: | Medium Stainless Steel (.055″x.090″) |
| Nut: | 1.650″ Tusq |
| Bridge Pickup: | V60LP Single Coil or SSV Humbucker (black) |
| Middle Pickup: | V60LP |
What is Suhr Sscii?
The unique blend of locking tuners, a high performance bridge, and our proprietary SSCII noise reduction system creates the perfect combination of vintage tones with modern performance.
Does Fender own Suhr?
In 1997 Suhr left Fender to form his own company with Steve Smith. In addition to the OD-100, which still bears the Custom Audio Amplifiers brand, they now also manufacture the Badger line of amplifiers bearing the Suhr name.
Why are more expensive guitars better?
Are expensive guitars really better? The short answer is yes. Expensive guitars are made with higher quality parts, better construction, and more skilled craftsmanship.
Why are guitars so cheap?
Companies buy for a high price, therefore only use them to build premium guitars. Cheaper models, on the other hand, are made from lower grade woods that are more readily available. This allows them to keep costs down as they don’t have to buy the parts from other companies.
How much does a Suhr custom guitar cost?
The information on this page, and the retail price list that follows, is not a comprehensive list of everything we can do, but they are the most popular options. You can always feel free to contact us with any questions you have along the way, and we will be happy to help. COMING SOON…
What are the dimensions of a Suhr standard?
The Standard is equipped with some of our most popular features including an even C slim neck profile, stainless steel frets, and our proprietary SSCII hum cancelling system. Measures .800″-.880″ with a 1.650″ nut width. Measures .051″x.108″. Traditional single coil tone without the 60 cycle hum.
Who is John Suhr at Fender Custom Shop?
Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. With decades of building experience from being the go-to guy at Rudy’s in NYC and later a Master Builder at Fender’s Custom Shop, John Suhr brings a level of seasoned expertise to the work bench that is heart felt throughout all of his instruments.
What kind of guitar does John Suhr play?
With decades of building experience from being the go-to guy at Rudy’s in NYC and later a Master Builder at Fender’s Custom Shop, John Suhr brings a level of seasoned expertise to the work bench that is heart felt throughout all of his instruments. Whether it be a legendary Suhr Modern or a Suhr Classic, Suhr has something for everybody.