Astra Models include "Standard," "Multiscale," "Fixed," "Custom"

■The Astra series follows the traditional Stratocaster tradition, but features a sharp shape and concept designed with a unique interpretation

■Outstanding playability and operability, with a slim neck that is machined thinly. Parts directly related to playability, such as the nut and frets, are finished with extremely high precision thanks to techniques cultivated through numerous repairs.

■The lineup includes the more traditional "Standard," the modern-oriented "Fixed," the orthodox high-end "Custom," and the "Multi Scale," which has become increasingly popular in the heavy music scene.

■Parts directly related to playability, such as the nut and frets, are finished to the highest quality thanks to techniques cultivated through numerous repairs.

■All models can be customized to your liking, with options for wood, parts, grip shape, and more.

*Special edition models produced on a spot basis are also available from time to time. They are all literally "special editions" with only one of each.

STANDARD

■The Astra Standard is crafted with the concept of combining a mature vintage feel with a modern, mild tone.

■Outstanding playability and operability, with a slim neck that has been thinly carved. Custom-made specifications are also available through semi-custom orders.

■Made with carefully selected materials, the standard model is constructed from ultra-lightweight swamp ash. Its comfortable lightness eliminates stress while playing.

■The standard finish is an extremely thin lacquer finish that brings out the wood grain, resulting in outstanding body resonance.

■The deep cutaway and slanted heel shape dramatically improve playability in the higher positions. The small body radius gives it a very sharp appearance.

FIXED

■The Astra Fixed is based on the concept of a modern high-end guitar, in contrast to the traditional Astra Standard.

■Various finishing techniques are used depending on the type of wood, but the base is a satin finish.

■The body top shape, which is common to all models, can be selected from "Elbow Contour (Drop Top)" or "Bevel Cut".

■The pegs are GOTOH Rotomatch type MG-T, and the bridge is a Hipshot Fixed type as standard.

■The pickups are Seymour Duncan's modern high-gain series "Sentient & Nazgul or Pegasus" as standard.

■One of the options, the "KarDiaN / CharacterModule series", is a good match in terms of sound creation.

MULTISCALE

■Based on the Astra Fixed, it has been arranged with a multi-scale specification that is more specialized for modern heaviness.

■General multi-scales are an approach to the tension of the bass strings when down-tuning, but the Astra MultiScale is designed with the aim of controlling the tension appropriately in various tunings.

■The body top shape, which is common to all models, can be selected from "Elbow Contour (Drop Top)" or "Bevel Cut".

■The standard specifications are GOTOH Rotomatch type MG-T pegs and Hipshot Fixed bridge.

■The standard pickups are Seymour Duncan's modern high-gain series "Sentient & Nazgul or Pegasus".

■One of the options, the "KarDiaN / CharacterModule series", is a good match in terms of sound creation.

CUSTOM

■As a top-of-the-line model, the Astra Custom pursues higher-end and higher specs. Its balance and ease of use as a guitar are of the utmost importance.

■It combines the finest wood materials and parts to create a classic, unconventional design.

■Only carefully selected woods are used, and only materials that meet the standard are used.

■Unlike the Standard model, it features a gorgeous top and is typically paired with a two-point tremolo bridge.

■The optional "roasted maple" neck offers a bold look and incorporates carbon support rods for exceptional resonance and stability.

■The tuning pegs are GOTOH MG-T, boasting exceptional tuning stability, and the bridge is available with a variety of two-point tremolo options, including the GOTOH Wilkinson VG300.