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Description

The Eko 820 Condor is a solid body electric guitar designed for musicians who appreciate both vintage charm and modern playability. Originally inspired by iconic designs from the 1960s, this guitar brings a retro aesthetic to the forefront without sacrificing the performance needs of contemporary players. With its sleek design and robust build, the Eko 820 Condor is perfect for both stage and studio environments.

One of the standout features of the Eko 820 Condor is its unique pickup configuration, which delivers a versatile tonal palette suitable for a variety of music genres. The guitar's dual single-coil pickups offer a bright, clear sound while the bridge humbucker provides a powerful, punchy tone that cuts through any mix. Combined with a smooth, comfortable neck, players will find it easy to navigate both complex riffs and simple chord progressions.

The guitar is equipped with a vintage-style tremolo system, allowing for expressive pitch bends and vibrato effects. Its classic design is complemented by modern hardware that ensures reliable tuning stability and intonation. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a budding guitarist, the Eko 820 Condor offers a reliable and inspiring instrument to elevate your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar with vintage-inspired design
  • Unique pickup configuration: dual single-coils and bridge humbucker
  • Comfortable neck for easy playability
  • Vintage-style tremolo system for expressive playing
  • Reliable tuning stability and intonation
Daniel Frank

Daniel Frank

Eko Condor 820 4v "Red Fiesta" -64 eller -65

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Eko Condor 820 4v "Red Fiesta" -64 eller -65

Daniel Frank

Daniel Frank

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Eko 820 Condor.

Features and functionality

  • The toggle switches offer a unique configuration with a halfway position that adds sound from all pickups, enhancing tonal versatility.

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  • The bridge-only pickup switch delivers an extremely thin tone, setting it apart from other selections.

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User experience

  • Owners find the toggle switch system initially confusing, taking about a week to fully understand.

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  • Some owners find the vintage Eko models visually interesting but not always preferable to play.

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  • The solid body Eko 820 Condor is notably the only Eko model one former owner regrets selling.

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See how Yusuke Chiba uses Eko 820 Condor

Yusuke Chiba

Singer, Guitarist

Thee Michelle Gun Elephant

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Yusuke Chiba can be seen playing the guitar in the first song of this video of Thee Michelle Gun Elephant from the 1998 Fuji Rock Festival (around 1:50).

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