2024-10-08 14:05Press release

STRANDBERG EXPANDS ITS METAL SERIES WITH BLACK GRANITE TREM AND BLOOD RED MODELS

Strandberg Boden Metal Black Granite Tremolo 6/7 and Blood Red 6/7/8Additions the Strandberg Boden Metal series with Blood Red and Black Granite Tremolo

Strandberg Guitars is thrilled to introduce exciting new additions to its popular Boden Metal series with the Boden Metal Black Granite 6 and 7 string tremolo and the Boden Metal Blood Red 6, 7, and 8 string. 

The Boden Metal Blood Red features a gorgeous Blood Red finish, combined with a Roasted Maple neck for increased tonal warmth and stability. The Boden Metal Black Granite models introduce the EGS Rev7B tremolo bridge, a first for the Metal series, offering enhanced dynamic control and expression. 

Designed for the Modern Metal Player

The new Boden Metal Blood Red and Black Granite models are built for guitarists seeking unparalleled playability and ergonomic benefits of a Strandberg guitar, combined with a fuller, more robust tone ideal for metal. Each guitar in the Metal series is equipped with Strandberg’s acclaimed EndurNeck™ profile, designed to reduce fatigue and promote natural hand positioning, and features a lightweight, chambered Basswood body with arm and torso carves for superior comfort during extended playing sessions.

  • Tremolo Option: The Boden Metal Black Granite 6 and 7 string are equipped with the EGS Rev7B tremolo bridge with a pop-in tremolo arm, providing smooth, stable, and precise pitch control, allowing for dive bombs, vibrato, and other expressive playing techniques with confidence.
  • New Blood Red Finish: The Boden Metal Blood Red models are visually striking, featuring a deep, bold Blood Red Metallic Satin finish that enhances the natural beauty of the guitar. Available in 6, 7, and 8 string configurations, these models offer a versatile range of tonal possibilities.

Specifications of the Boden Metal Blood Red (6, 7, and 8 string):

  • Body: Chambered Basswood body with solid Maple top, Blood Red Metallic Satin Acrylic finish
  • Neck: Roasted Maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcements, Ebonol fretboard, 24 frets
  • Pickups: 6 string: Suhr Aldrich Bridge and Neck humbuckers, 7 and 8 string: Fishman Fluence Modern pickups
  • Hardware: Strandberg EGS Rev7 hardtail bridge & string locks
  • Controls: 5-way pickup selector (6 string), 3-way pickup selector with push/pull coil-split and voice select (7 and 8 string)

 

Specifications of the Boden Metal Black Granite (6 and 7 string with tremolo):

  • Body: Chambered Basswood body with solid Maple top, Black Granite Satin Acrylic finish
  • Neck: Roasted Maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcements, Ebonol fretboard, 24 frets
  • Pickups: 6 string: Suhr Aldrich Bridge and Neck humbuckers, 7 string: Fishman Fluence Modern pickups 
  • Hardware: Strandberg EGS Rev7B tremolo bridge & string locks with pop-in tremolo arm
  • Controls: 5-way pickup selector (6 string), 3-way pickup selector with push/pull coil-split and voice select (7 string)

The new models are available for order today at strandbergguitars.com and through authorized dealers worldwide.


About Strandberg Guitars

What started as a hobby project in the 1980s led Ola Strandberg to found Strandberg Guitars in Sweden in 2012, aiming to lead progressive guitar design. Renowned for ergonomic, lightweight, multi-scale instruments, Strandberg guitars have earned a reputation for innovation and craftsmanship. From the innovative EndurNeck™ profile to versatile pickup configurations, each instrument is thoughtfully engineered to provide exceptional playability and versatility, meeting the demands of modern musicians. Strandberg Guitars is dedicated to empowering players to reach their fullest creative potential on stage, in the studio, and at home. Learn more at strandbergguitars.com.


Contacts

Chief Marketing Officer
Johan Sahlin