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Description

Step into a world of bold sound with the First Act Custom Sheena, a solid body electric guitar designed to cater to the adventurous musician. This instrument is an embodiment of both craftsmanship and innovation, offering a distinctive voice and remarkable playability for both budding guitarists and seasoned performers. The Sheena delivers a unique pickup configuration that ensures versatility across a range of genres, from blues to hard rock, making it an ideal companion for any musical journey.

The First Act Custom Sheena boasts a sleek, ergonomic body that allows for comfortable play, whether you're in the studio or on stage. Its maple neck offers smooth action and durability, while the rosewood fingerboard ensures a satisfying tactile experience. The Sheena is equipped with a custom-designed bridge that enhances sustain and tuning stability, allowing you to express your creativity without limitations.

This guitar's electronics are wired to deliver clear, articulate tones, complete with responsive controls that give you the freedom to shape your sound with precision. Whether you're crafting intricate solos or laying down rhythm tracks, the Sheena adapts to your musical needs, providing a reliable platform for your expression.

Key Features:

  • Solid body design for enhanced sound projection
  • Unique pickup configuration for versatile tonal options
  • Maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
  • Custom-designed bridge for improved sustain and stability
  • Responsive electronic controls for precise sound shaping
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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about First Act Custom Sheena.

Build quality

  • The Sheena's maple board is unfinished, leading to quick dirt accumulation.

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  • The Sheena has a very light poplar body, which may appeal to those seeking a lightweight guitar.

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  • The Sheena is noted for its smooth neck, making it comfortable to play despite low-cost construction.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Some owners replaced stock humbuckers with GFS PAF clones for improved tone balance.

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  • CTS pots are recommended for upgrades due to larger shaft size than stock alpha pots.

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  • Owners suggest rewiring the stock P90s for enhanced growl and tone clarity.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Filing may be required on the fretwork for optimal playability.

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Comparisons

  • Some users compare the Sheena to Agile guitars, noting Agile's stronger reputation in similar price ranges.

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  • The First Act Custom Sheena is compared to Woodrite Warlord models, known for similar double-cut shapes and specs, but with different pickups, appealing to those seeking First Act emulation.

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User experience

  • An owner reports satisfaction after replacing stock electronics, highlighting improved performance and sound.

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Value and pricing

  • The bolt-on Sheena models are described as affordable modding platforms with potential for significant improvements.

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  • Although no longer in production, the custom shop First Act guitars are described as rare and expensive, highlighting their desirability among collectors and musicians.

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Features and functionality

  • The custom shop variant of the Sheena has been noted for its unique string configuration, pairing thinner strings with octave-tuned counterparts, reminiscent of a 12-string setup.

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Use cases and applications

  • The custom shop Sheena is heavily associated with bands like Mastodon, with its unique 9-string configuration prominently featured on albums like "Crack The Skye".

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Other

  • The custom shop closure over a decade ago has led to increased interest in similar models from brands like Woodrite and ESP, which offer comparable stylistic and functional designs.

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See how Kurt Ballou uses First Act Custom Sheena

Kurt Ballou

Guitarist, Music Producer

Converge

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Kurt Ballou is confirmed to use the First Act Custom Sheena guitar, as evidenced by a post from the official Twitter account of First Act. The post features an image of Ballou on stage with the guitar, accompanied by a caption highlighting his performance with it.

See how John Dyer Baizley uses First Act Custom Sheena

John Dyer Baizley

Singer, Guitarist

Baroness

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At 3:08 Baizley mentions he's "relying pretty heavily" on his totally customed First Act, which seems to be a Sheena

See how Grayson Stewart uses First Act Custom Sheena

Grayson Stewart

Guitarist

Norma Jean

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Seen on Grayson's Instagram photo. Caption: "Did some 6 string swapping with @codybradley1 and came out with this early 2000’s Sheena. All new guts on the inside, single master volume, and loaded with Duncan’s that were recently switched out of my custom Phoenix. Now this thing is a bonafide riff stick."

See how Brian Izzi uses First Act Custom Sheena

Brian Izzi

Guitarist

Trap Them

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In the Noisey article "Gearheads: Brian Izzi from Trap Them," Brian Izzi discusses and showcases his First Act Custom Sheena electric guitar.

See how Scott Scharinger uses First Act Custom Sheena

Scott Scharinger

Guitarist

Dads

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The neck got ripped off at a show once, this was his first First Act guitar.

See how Tim Hillier-Brook uses First Act Custom Sheena

Tim Hillier-Brook

Guitarist

The Architects

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In this picture from Download Festival 2009 Tim Hillier-Brook is playing a First Act Customshop Sheena

See how Simon Carcamo S uses First Act Custom Sheena

Simon Carcamo S

Guitarist, Music Producer

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Simon Carcamo S is seen using a First Act Custom Sheena guitar in the 2023 YouTube video "Jardín Mojado - Me Gustas Así ft. Ale Zarate," uploaded by Jardín Mojado.

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