Hagstrom Viking Electric Guitar, Black Gloss - Secondhand

Full Description

A sonic force to be reckoned with

If you're looking for a guitar with a truly dynamic and versatile sound, then the Hagstrom Viking is a great choice. This guitar is more than capable of tackling any genre with ease, thanks to its two HJ50 humbucking pickups. These generate a wide range of tones, from blues to rock to jazz-fusion and beyond. Whether you're playing slide guitar, fingerpicking, or strumming chords, the Viking can help you achieve the perfect sound. From a smooth and rich low end to shimmering and sparkling trebles, this model provides you with a tone that's perfect for any occasion.

The Viking also boasts an impressive array of controls that benefit your sound in a variety of ways. The dual tone controls allow for fine-tuning of the high and low frequencies, creating a warmer or brighter sound depending on your style. And with the volume controls for each pickup and 3-way selector switch, you are provided the ability to mix and blend sounds from the Viking's two humbucking pickups.

Exquisite playability

Equipped on the Viking is Hagstrom's patented H-Expander truss rod, a unique design that sets the guitar apart from others. This hardware provides tension at both ends and runs the entire length of the neck, allowing for a low action and thin neck. With this, its easier to play intricate melodies and riffs. Not only that, but the truss rod also keeps your model stable, eliminating any need for adjustments. This means that the guitar will maintain its optimal performance throughout its lifetime.

The Canadian Hard Maple neck is set in with a resinator fingerboard, which takes its performance to a whole new level. This combination eliminates any dead spots associated with conventional fingerboards. With its high-quality construction, this guitar stands out among others, providing superior sound quality and playability. The Viking will provide an experience like no other.

Perfect playing with every detail

Alongside its incredible pickups and elegant contours, this model also features high-quality hardware that is guaranteed to enhance your experience. Its long travel tune-o-matic bridge and trapeze tail piece work together to guarantee accurate intonation and superior sound quality. Additionally, the Viking is equipped with a convenient string claw that enables effortless and comfortable string changes. And to ensure a pitch perfect performance, this instrument also features cutting-edge Hagstrom Design tuning keys, which provide exceptional stability and precision. With these top-of-the-line components, Hagstrom offers a truly exceptional playing experience.

Specifications

• Product Code: 49VIKBLK

Body and Bridge

• Material: Ply Maple
• Top Shape: Contoured
• Style: Semi-Hollow
• Colour: Black Gloss
• Bridge: Long Travel Tune-O-Matic w/ Trapeze Tail Piece

Neck and Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Canadian Hard Maple
• Neck Construction: Set Neck
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Fingerboard Material: Resinator
• Fingerboard Radius: 15"
• Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Block
• Truss Rod: H-Expander
• Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL
• Nut Width: 43mm

Hardware and Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Hagstrom HJ-50
• Neck Pickup: Hagstrom HJ-50
• Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone (Push/Pull), 3-Way Toggle Switch
• Tuning Keys: Hagstrom Design 18:1
• Strings: D'Addario EXP 110 (.010-.046)