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Description

When it comes to electric guitars, the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas stands as a testament to craftsmanship and innovation. Masterbuilt by the esteemed "Metal" Joe Williams, this guitar is designed for those who demand both aesthetic and sonic excellence. Its Poplar body and bolt-on Maple neck provide a resonant and balanced tone that’s perfect for a wide range of musical styles. The DiMarzio Tone Zone humbucker in the bridge position ensures a powerful output that cuts through any mix, making it a favorite for lead guitarists looking to make an impact.

The Maple fingerboard, adorned with sleek black dot inlays, features 22 jumbo frets, providing smooth playability and effortless bending. The neck profile, with a thickness of 19 mm at the 3rd fret and 21 mm at the 12th fret, offers comfort and speed for those intricate solos. Equipped with a Floyd Rose tremolo, you'll have the stability and precision needed for dive-bombs and harmonic squeals without sacrificing tuning integrity.

Finished with black hardware and Gotoh machine heads, the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas is as reliable as it is striking. Whether you’re on stage or in the studio, this guitar delivers with every strum and pick.

Key Features:

  • Masterbuilt by "Metal" Joe Williams
  • Poplar body with bolt-on Maple neck
  • Maple fingerboard with black dot inlays
  • 22 Jumbo frets
  • DiMarzio Tone Zone humbucker (bridge)
  • 500k Master volume pot
  • Floyd Rose tremolo
  • Black hardware and Gotoh machine heads
  • Factory strings: .009 - .042
  • Includes certificate and case
  • Made in USA

Product specs

Brand Charvel
Model Custom Shop San Dimas
Made In United States
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Shape S-Style
Body Type Solid Body
Model Family Charvel Style 1
Model Sub-Family Charvel San-Dimas Style 1
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Number of Frets 22
Number of Strings 6-String
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Series Charvel Custom Shop

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas?

The Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas features a comfortable, fast-playing neck with a slim profile, making it ideal for fast solos and technical playing styles.

What kind of tones can I expect from the pickups on the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas?

The Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas typically features high-output humbuckers that deliver powerful, articulate tones suitable for rock and metal genres.

Is the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas suitable for beginners or advanced players?

The Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas is designed with advanced players in mind, offering high-quality components and a fast neck for technical playing.

Does the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas have a tremolo system?

Yes, the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas often comes equipped with a Floyd Rose tremolo system, providing excellent tuning stability and expressive pitch modulation.

How does the bolt-on neck construction affect the playability of the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas?

The bolt-on neck construction of the Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas provides a snappy response and bright tone, enhancing the guitar's playability for fast and precise playing.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Pickups are mounted directly to the body, requiring shims or spacers for height adjustment, complicating setup changes.

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Features and functionality

  • The JB™ TB-4 bridge pickup and Seymour Duncan Custom Flat Strat® SSL-6 middle and neck pickups offer hotter output, leading to a stronger midrange presence.

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Comparisons

  • Compared to the Player HSS Strat, Charvel pickups push amps into overdrive more quickly, potentially affecting clean tone quality.

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User experience

  • Owners note the Floyd Rose bridge generally stays in tune but may contribute to unfamiliar tonal differences for those new to Floyd systems.

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  • Without proper EQ adjustments, the hotter pickups may sound thin or synthetic, particularly if midrange is scooped.

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4.5 out of 5

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So good

I got this guitar from a friend that buys and sells used guitars. I was at his place for a cup of coffee and a beer and i saw the guitar. I thought nothing off it until i played on it. After that i needed to buy it. The craftsmanship is over the edge with the old jackson/charvel custom shop guitars

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See how Jim Root uses Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas

Jim Root

Guitarist

Slipknot

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In this post jim shows off his custom san dimas style charvel. This guitar was built by wayne charvel himself

See how Andreas Kisser uses Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas

Andreas Kisser

Guitarist

Sepultura

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In the Instagram picture, Andreas is seen performing in Lima with a Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas in black.

See how Steve Farris uses Charvel Custom Shop San Dimas

Steve Farris

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Mr. Mister

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Back in the mid 80's on back, Charvel was a CUSTOM builder of guitars, and their main model was called the "San Dimas" - after their home time (San Dimas California). Back then, the San Dimas was not a actual set model, and most performing artists had their own custom versions of said guitars - Steve Farris, a session guy, and lead guitarist for Mr. Mister - was no exception.

Steve's model of Charvel San Dimas was an ash bodied vintage-style Stratocaster with a "strat-head" maple neck, Floyd Rose locking Vibrato, rails style humbuckers in the neck and middle positions, and a Humbucker at the bridge. Little is known about these guitars. These were what he appeared to used through most of his time in Mr. Mister. He had at least 2 of these, one in more of a transparent blonde color, and the other in Sienna Sunburst.

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