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The Carvin SH225 is a true testament to the bold and innovative spirit of the 1980s. This mid-80s model is a rare gem that combines exceptional craftsmanship with a suite of premium features that were far ahead of its time. Built with a bound Rock Maple set neck, it offers a slim taper profile that provides a seamless and comfortable playing experience. The 12" radius and a nut width of 1 21/32nds ensure that your fingers can glide effortlessly across the ebony fingerboard, which is adorned with stunning Mother of Pearl block inlays.
What really sets this instrument apart are its dynamic tonal capabilities. Equipped with the celebrated M22 Humbuckers, this guitar delivers a sound that's both powerful and versatile. The Schaller fine-tuning bridge ensures that your tuning stays rock-solid, even during the most intense performances. Explore sonic possibilities with individual coil taps and a phase switch, allowing you to craft a sound that's uniquely your own. Additional stereo inputs make it a versatile tool for any musician looking to experiment with their setup.
Despite being nearly four decades old, this SH225 model remains in pristine condition, showcasing minimal surface wear that speaks to its enduring quality. Fresh from a fret level and crown, it's ready to become your next go-to instrument. And yes, it ships with the original Carvin hardshell case, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition.
Key Features:
- Bound Rock Maple set neck with slim taper profile
- 12" radius, nut width: 1 21/32nds
- Ebony fingerboard with Mother of Pearl block inlays
- M22 Humbuckers
- Schaller fine-tuning bridge
- Individual coil taps and phase switch
- Stereo inputs
- Original Carvin hardshell case included
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If you have to own 1 semi hollow-this is probably the one
The Carvin SH225S is a wild semi-hollow from the '80s. German engineered and then sent to the Carvin factory for finishing, pickups, trem and assembly/set up. Amazing neck, and thinner body make it a dream to play. High end components/materials per Carvins norm. Easy to shred on. Now like more then a few guitars-the pickups aren't to everyone's taste and tone is subjective. Generally Carvins pups seem to be a little polarizing. I've seen a few with Seymour Duncan A2pro(Same as Slash uses in his LP copy). It all depends what tone you're after. Mini switches are at the ready to colour your tone(series/parallel/single coil mode). The 225s aren't cheap (average selling price $1300US) but worth every penny and sometimes they come up for a deal on auction sites. So, If you favor being a card carrying member of the Gibson ES club then this might not work for you. If you fly a bit against the grain- then not only is this a superb playing/looking guitar-but it also stands out in a crowd of 'the norm'. 5/5 stars
41010
h my god, another 80s SH225 owner!
41010
this was my third guitar I think, maybe 4th and I loved it until the cheap mini switches started to wear out... its a bitch to work on the wiring harness in the extra thin body... FYI, this is actually an 80s hofner verithin with a carvin headstock, picups, electronics/pickups
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