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Description

The First Act ME537 is a solid body electric guitar designed for aspiring musicians and seasoned players alike, offering a blend of performance and affordability. Its classic single-cutaway body shape ensures comfortable playability while delivering the robust tones expected from a solid body guitar. The ME537 is equipped with a humbucking pickup, providing a powerful and clear sound ideal for a variety of musical genres. This versatile guitar includes a volume and tone control, allowing players to easily shape their sound to suit any style. Its rosewood fingerboard offers smooth action, making it perfect for both rhythm and lead playing.

Aimed at providing an accessible playing experience, the First Act ME537 features a bolt-on maple neck that offers stability and a fast playing feel. The guitar’s hardware is durable and reliable, ensuring it stays in tune and performs consistently. Whether you're jamming at home, rehearsing with your band, or performing on stage, the ME537 is a dependable companion.

This electric guitar is not just about sound; it's about style and comfort, making it a great choice for those looking to make their mark in the music world. Its design is both appealing and functional, combining tradition with modern aesthetics.

Key Features:

  • Solid body construction with classic single-cutaway design
  • Humbucking pickup for powerful and clear sound
  • Volume and tone controls for sound customization
  • Rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
  • Bolt-on maple neck for stability and fast action
  • Durable hardware for reliable performance
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Taking the First Act ME537 for a spin

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Taking the First Act ME537 for a spin

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Owner Insights

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Mods and upgrades

  • Consider installing a Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Trembucker Distortion or Seymour Duncan Invader for enhanced tonal options.

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  • Pearloid binding and a nitrocellulose black finish can elevate the aesthetic appeal of the ME537.

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  • For those lacking amp distortion, a budget-friendly $15 distortion pedal can enhance the guitar's sound for genres like grunge.

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Build quality

  • Stock tuning machines are prone to losing tune easily, suggesting a need for upgrades.

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Comparisons

  • The ME537's basswood body is shared with high-end models like Guthrie Govan's Suhr, offering a neutral tone despite its reputation as "low-end."

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Value and pricing

  • The cost of new pickups and tuners could surpass the original price of the guitar, making it more of a passion project.

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User experience

  • One owner still uses the ME537 in a low drop tuning, indicating its versatility for different tuning styles.

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Use cases and applications

  • Suitable for pop/alternative and Nirvana covers, especially with added distortion, making it a flexible choice for beginners exploring grunge sounds.

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Critic Reviews

ME537 Review: It has a hot sound and is easy to use, and... | First Act | Electric Guitars | Reviews @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com

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The First Act ME537 offers a budget-friendly entry into the world of electric guitars, but its shortcomings are hard to ignore. While it captures a decent high-gain sound without feedback, the single pickup limits tonal variety. The guitar is plagued by poor craftsmanship, with sharp frets posing a hazard and unreliable tuning stability. The minimal features, such as a plain finish and lack of a pickguard, reflect its low price point. Despite being lightweight and easy to handle, it's not reliable enough for live performances. Overall, the ME537 may suffice as a beginner's practice tool, but it requires significant setup and adjustments to be playable.

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See how Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti uses First Act ME537

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As you can see Ariel is playing a First Act guitar in this picture, its not the exact model as pickups dont check out but damnit its close enough for me

See how Big Boss uses First Act ME537

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Big Boss is known to use the First Act ME537, as evidenced by a stickerbombed version of the guitar shown in the provided image.

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At 4:05, Colleen Green can be seen playing First Act ME537

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Rainbow Dash uses the First Act ME537, as evidenced by the image provided on Equipboard.

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