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Available in the spring of 2024
Available finishes: Black Granite, Astro Dust, Elemental Blue
Approximate weight: 2150 g
Price: $999
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– Hey there. I’m feeling pretty great, actually. It’s like finally letting a secret out that you’ve been keeping for ages. A lot of heart and hard work went into this, and now that it’s out there for everyone to see and eventually play, I’m just excited and hopeful that it’ll inspire and resonate with folks as much as it does with us here at Strandberg.
– We really just wanted to get more people into playing and enjoying music. We thought a lot about how we could retain the Strandberg soul – comfort and how the guitar feels when you’re playing it – in a more accessible package. The Boden Essential is all about being easy and fun to play, kind of like a friend that’s always ready to play with you. It’s not just a guitar; it’s about making your music more enjoyable and letting your creativity flow naturally.
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– In some shape or form, we’ve been at it with the elements of Boden Essential for a few years now. It’s like nurturing a plant; you know the species, in our case, the Boden series, but each new breed or model takes its own time and care to grow. This one’s been a journey, for sure, but seeing it come to life has been incredibly rewarding.
– It features a straight 25.5” scale length, paying homage to classic guitar designs, while still embodying the lightweight and ergonomic features Strandberg is known for. Additionally, it introduces our brand-new EGS Arc hardware, which we are incredibly excited about! It’s about offering something both comforting and novel, appealing to a wide spectrum of players and styles.
– It’s familiar territory for many guitarists, offering a comfortable and classic playing feel. While we’re known for our innovative designs, we understand the importance of familiarity. This straight scale design allows us to blend the distinctive Strandberg experience with a nod to traditional guitar playing, catering to a broad audience of players. The advantages of a multi-scale design, as featured on all our other models, are distinct. But the contemporary 6-string guitar is normally a straight scale. For extended range guitars, like 7- and 8-string models, we will not be making this compromise, though. This means that the Boden Essential will be available as a 6-string model only.
– The EGS Arc hardware is my personal highlight. Making our own hardware specifically for our guitars means that we can optimize it in ways that make it more intuitive and easier to use, and we don’t have to include border use cases to make it more generic. We’ve worked hard to make it sturdy yet sleek, and I think it really adds something special to the guitar’s overall feel and performance. It’s one of those things you have to feel for yourself to truly appreciate. It’s all about getting that clear, consistent sound without the fuss. Fewer parts also mean less can go wrong. We’ve designed it to be a scalable platform for future development in mind as well.
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– Oh, it’s for everyone, really. No matter your skill level or aspirations, Boden Essential is all about fitting into your life and making playing feel good. We wanted it to be the kind of guitar that you can’t wait to pick up, no matter what you’re doing with it. It’s your trusty sidekick for all those musical adventures, big or small.
– Sleep for two days, haha. Then I’ll recharge and keep working on the release with the rest of the strandberg team. We have a lot in store for everyone who’ll follow us from now until the release.