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Description
Made in 1987 in Japan, Neck Plate Says Fort Worth Texas, USA 22 frets 1 volume, 1 mid booster, 1 tone, 3 individual toggle switches for pickups HSS Active electronics (JE-1200 Mid-Boost is active, pickups are passive) Basswood body, maple neck, rosewood fret board Floyd Rose Tremolo JT6 Jackson tuners 25.5" Scale
Product specs
| Brand | Charvel |
| Model | Model 4 HSS with Rosewood Fretboard, Model 4M HSS with Maple Fretboard |
| Finish | Black, Black Cherry, Burgundy Mist, Cobalt Blue, Electric Blue, Pearl White, Red |
| Year | 1986 - 1989 |
| Categories | Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Body Material | Basswood |
| Body Shape | S-Style |
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Bridge/Tailpiece Type | Locking Tremolo Bridge |
| Color Family | Black, Blue, Red, White |
| Finish Style | Gloss, Metallic |
| Fretboard Material | Maple, Rosewood |
| Fretboard Radius | 12", 16" |
| Model Family | Charvel Model 4 |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Offset Body | Non-Offset Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Wood Top Style | Opaque |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile like on the Charvel Model 4?
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The Charvel Model 4 features a slim, fast-playing neck profile that caters to shredders and players who prefer a comfortable, high-speed playing experience.
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What kind of tones can I expect from the HSS pickup configuration on the Charvel Model 4?
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The HSS configuration on the Charvel Model 4 offers a versatile range of tones, from warm, full humbucker sounds suitable for rock and metal, to bright, clear single-coil tones ideal for blues and pop.
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Is the Charvel Model 4 suitable for advanced players?
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Yes, the Charvel Model 4 is designed with advanced players in mind, featuring high-quality components and a versatile pickup configuration that supports intricate playing styles and diverse genres.
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Does the Charvel Model 4 take pedals well?
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The Charvel Model 4 works well with a variety of effects pedals, thanks to its versatile pickup configuration and high-output humbucker, providing a broad tonal palette that can be easily shaped with external effects.
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What type of tremolo system does the Charvel Model 4 use?
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The Charvel Model 4 is equipped with a locking tremolo bridge, allowing for stable tuning even with extensive use of the whammy bar for dive bombs and pitch modulation.
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PROS
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Versatile sound, excels in genres from metal to jazz
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Deluxe pickup configuration offers 80’s tonal capabilities
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Smooth and reliable Kahler tremolo system
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Fast, effortless neck for easy playability
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High-quality construction comparable to modern custom shop guitars
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Each pickup has its own toggle for diverse sound combinations
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Distinctive gloss black finish with shark fin inlays
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Rock solid neck with fat frets for comfortable playing
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Adjustable saddle height and string spacing on the bridge
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Active tone control for sound customization
CONS
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Kahler locking nut alignment issues can cause string snags
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Weak hex bolts on the locking nut strip easily
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Locking nut rattles without hex bolts, affecting tuning stability
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Requires an allen wrench for locknut adjustments
Owner Insights
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Mods and upgrades
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For those upgrading, owners suggest trying Seymour Duncan SH6 pickups for a more enhanced sound, especially favored for high-gain rhythms.
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Setup and maintenance
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Some users express concerns about bridge stability, particularly with older models, highlighting potential tuning maintenance.
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For the "Field Day" lp and tour, Brian played a 1967 Gibson Firebird 12 string, a 1988 Charvel Model 4 with EMG 81 pickups, and a 1986 Gibson SG with EMG 81 pickups. His amps were two Marshall 100-watt heads, four Marshall cabinets with 35-watt Celestion speakers, and a Roland JC-120. He also used an Alesis Midiverb 2, Roland SDE 1000 delay and Samson Stage Series wireless.
In the ไม่ต้องห่วงฉัน Ver.โดด (Mai Tong Huang Chan Rock Version) MV, Sek is seen playing a 1987 Red Charvel Model 4 Electric Guitar. It is possible that he used this guitar or an Ibanez JEM-EVO to record Loso's first album "Lo Society" as the guitars in this album sound too fat and dirty to be a Fender Strat.
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