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Abasi Larada 8 Masters Series Guitar

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Explore new tonal landscapes with the Abasi Concepts Larada 8, a premier choice for guitarists seeking powerful versatility in a solid body electric guitar. Designed with a distinctive style and crafted for exceptional playability, this 8-string instrument offers a broad range of sonic capabilities that will elevate your music to new heights. The Larada 8 is a testament to innovative design, featuring custom Fishman Fluence pickups that provide a seamless transition between modern and vintage tones, allowing you to express your creativity without bounds.

The multi-scale neck ensures optimized tension and intonation, making it an excellent choice for both rhythm and lead players. Whether you're diving into complex riffs or intricate solo work, the Larada 8's ergonomic design and smooth fretboard facilitate effortless playing. Its lightweight, yet durable construction delivers a balanced feel, making it comfortable for extended play sessions on stage or in the studio.

Key Features:

8-string configuration for expanded range
Custom Fishman Fluence pickups for versatile sound options
Multi-scale neck for improved string tension and intonation
Ergonomic design for comfortable playability
High-quality materials ensuring durability and reliability
Suitable for a wide variety of music genres, from metal to jazz

Dive into a world of musical possibilities with the Abasi Concepts Larada 8, and experience the blend of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology that will inspire your next performance.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Abasi Larada 8 Masters Series Guitar.

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One owner found success using Black Nylon Tape wound strings (60-115) for the lowest two strings to reduce clanginess and increase responsiveness.
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It's suggested that the guitar would benefit from a headless design to reduce neck dive, aligning with its ergonomic emphasis.
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The Larada's aesthetic is polarizing; some find the black and white design striking, while others describe it as an "abomination."
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One user experienced difficulty with the Larada's ergonomics, ultimately switching to a Petrucci Majesty but still longing for the Abasi's unique sound and look.
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The Hipshot tuners are praised for their ease of use, even for the lower strings, contrary to initial concerns about their functionality.
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The guitar exhibits significant neck dive unless played in the classical position, affecting standing playability.
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Owners note that the thin neck of the Larada 8 is easy to navigate compared to other extended range guitars.
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Some owners compare the pickups favorably to Fishman Fluence, highlighting superior clarity in single coil settings, particularly enhancing clean tones and techniques like slapping and thumping.
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While the Larada 8 is visually striking and well-built, some owners prefer alternatives like Aristides for their innovative materials and Evertune technology.
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The string spacing on the Larada 8 is tighter compared to most 8-string guitars, impacting playability for some users.
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Some owners would prefer a Kiesel or other custom builds over the Larada 8 due to its price point.
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Features and functionality

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The Larada 8 lacks a tone knob, requiring users to adjust treble or presence directly on the amp for tonal modifications.
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The neck is described as asymmetrical, particularly aiding playability on the high B and E strings near the neck joint.
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The second pickup position on the Larada 8, which uses a single coil setting, is notably noisy compared to other split coil positions.
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The ergonomic design includes Fishman pickups, contributing to its playability and sound quality.
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Build quality

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Minor finish issues were noted, such as a machine mark near the 12th fret and glue seepage near the 1st fret, which are unexpected at this price.
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The nut width measures 56.25mm without angle and 60.9mm at an angle, offering a tighter spacing than some players prefer for fingerstyle.
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John Mayer

Guitarist

John Mayer Trio

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In this YouTube video uploaded by R&M News, starting at 0:00 and ending at 1:00, John Mayer can be seen using the Abasi Concepts Larada 8. This instrument that Mayer is using in this video appears to be in the color Stealth of the Abasi Legion series.

John Petrucci

Guitarist, Composer

Dream Theater

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Tosin Abasi

Guitarist

Animals as Leaders

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Tosin Abasi is seen using the Abasi Concepts 8-String Multi-Scale guitar in a photo he posted on Instagram, where he mentions performing in Vancouver. This guitar, one of the first models produced by his company Abasi Concepts, was developed to expand on the prototype Abasi initially designed with Ibanez. The instrument offers a variety of options, including straight or fanned frets, 6, 7, or 8-string configurations, and Abasi's signature Fishman Fluence pickups. It also features a headless option and mini Floyd Rose tremolo systems, with finishes showcasing visible wood grain and diverse materials.

Jared Dines

Singer, Guitarist

SION

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Right on this brand new video from Jared himself, he just got his brand new Abasi 8-string Cat guitar. With the original flame maple neck, double Fishman Fluence 8-string White (soapbar) humbucker pickups, 5-way switch, push poll coyal tap (volume knob), fan fret, gold hardware, come with the D’Addario NYXL strings

Matt Heafy

Singer, Guitarist

Trivium

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In this photo Matt shows off the Abasi Larada 8 string he owns. Matt named this guitar ibaraki. This is a one of a Kind model that abasi concepts made for Matt. Matt states that he has wanted one ever since Tosin announced the 8 string. The artwork on the guitar is based on Ibaraki at Rashamon Gates By Kitagawa Utamaro. This is the same artwork that Matt based his Left arm tattoo on years ago

Jason Richardson

Guitarist

Chelsea Grin

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In this post Jason plays the Abasi 8 string he owns. He states that he is now able to properly play 8 string songs. He would play 8 string songs on his 7 while his axe fx switched the pitch up or down for him to get lower tones

Nick DePirro

Guitarist

Night Verses

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Nick DePirro uses the Abasi Concepts Larada 8, as evidenced by its use during the recent UK/EU tour with Plini and in the "Night Verses - Rose Wire (Guitar & Bass Play-through)" video on YouTube, filmed by Nick Giumenti.

Drewsif

Guitarist, Music Producer

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For this playthrough drewsif can be seen playing a abasi concepts larado 8 string

Joshua de la Victoria

Guitarist, Composer

Sungazer

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Joshua de la Victoria consistently uses the Abasi Concepts Larada 8 guitar in his YouTube videos. In the video titled "Layering Synths...Using Only a Guitar," he demonstrates a guitar production technique using this particular instrument.