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Description

Vajra is the brand's first headless design, developed back in 2012 under Project - Ouroboros. The goal was to create something modern for progressive guitarists. This design has been a kept secret only meant for custom shop. After the brand reorganization, the Vajra became available for the public. Body Wood: Northern American ash Profile: Ergo Finish: Worn Thin-skin

Electronics Switch: GOC T7 Lo-pro 3 way switch Potentiometer: Brass Volume Jack: Cylinder Pickups: Paragon Alnico calibrated set Bridge: ZSR01 Battery Compartment: 9V active pickup ready

Neck Scale: 25.5 - 27" Neck: Carbonized Canadian Maple or Atlas Neck Shape: AONeck™ 1st Fret Thickness: 20mm 12 Fret Thickness: 21mm Fretboard: Carbonized Canadian Maple or Atlas Fretboard Radius: 16" Inlay: Primordial Side dots: 4XL side dots Truss Rod: 2-way trussrod w/ 2 carbon fiber rods Frets: MJ stainless steel 24 fretwires Nut Material: Steel zero fret with SR spacer Headpiece: GOC Duo-Lok™ (stainless steel)

Gigbag: not included / sold separately

Andrew Baena

Andrew Baena

KAWAII or BRUTAL? - GOC Guitars Headless 8 String Guitar Vajra Demo

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KAWAII or BRUTAL? - GOC Guitars Headless 8 String Guitar Vajra Demo

Andrew Baena

Andrew Baena

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GOC Vajra

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Cody Avann

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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 GOC Guitars Vajra 8 String.

Build quality

  • The input jack's placement can interfere when playing in classical position, as it directs into the player's leg.

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  • Tuners are reportedly difficult to turn, requiring a guitar pick for assistance.

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  • The upper strap button is awkwardly positioned on the back of the horn rather than the tip.

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  • The finish on GOC guitars is reportedly thin, with users noting visible drip spots and a single coat application.

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  • The pickguard is described as being made from cheap, easily scratched plastic.

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  • It's been noted that achieving clean modifications on the Vajra 8 can be challenging, suggesting the finish may not be uniformly thick.

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Features and functionality

  • The AO Neck shape is akin to the Strandberg neck but offers no noticeable comfort improvement for some users.

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  • The Vajra 8's neck profile combines a thin D shape with a V carve on the bass side, enhancing comfort for players accustomed to larger necks.

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User experience

  • Strings arrived with black grime, attributed to humidity during shipping, though this is uncommon with other guitars.

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Comparisons

  • Some owners prefer alternatives like Strandberg Essential or Hils for better quality and similar price.

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  • GOC Vajra's string spacing is wider compared to Ormsby guitars, which some players prefer.

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  • Despite its ergonomic design, the Vajra is considered less acoustically resonant compared to other guitars in similar price ranges.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners have replaced stock pickups with Fluence Abasi pickups to improve sound quality.

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  • Some users replaced neck screws with titanium bolts for better durability.

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  • Owners have customized the natural edges using scrapers, indicating potential for personalized aesthetic modifications.

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Andrew Baena

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In this post Andrew shows the Vajra 8 string he was sent from Goc Guitars. Andrews guitar is in a pink finish

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