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The LYRA is the result of a design collaboration between Greg Howe and Kiesel Guitars.

This unique model combines two popular looks to form a fusion of modern and classic aesthetics. Contemporary features include the optional deep top bevel that offers comfort, while the sculpted neck heel creates easy access all the way to the 24th fret. The model evokes nostalgia, however, in its use of a pickguard and standard traditional headstock.

Body Alder

Bridge Hipshot™ Fixed Bridge, .4125" (10.5mm) Spacing Hipshot™ Solo Saddle Bridge, .4125" (10.5mm) Spacing

Construction Bolt-on with radiused neck heel

Dimensions 39.5" Long, 1.66" Thick, 11" Wide 40.15" Long, 1.68" Thick, 11.2" Wide

Electronics Master Volume And Tone Controls, 5-Way Blade-Style Pickup Selector

Fingerboard Ebony With 14" Radius Frets 24 Stainless Steel Medium-Jumbo, .103" Wide X .048" Tall

Hardware Chrome w/ White Plastic Knobs

Headstock GT-Style Headstock

Inlays White Pearl Dots With Standard Black-Ring Luminlay Super Blue Side Dots

Neck Tung-oiled Maple With 2-Way Adjustable Truss Rod And Dual Carbon-Fiber Rods For Additional Strength & Stability

Neck Width 1.69" Wide @ Nut, 0.78" Thick @ 1st Fret, 0.88" Thick @ 12th Fret 1.90" Wide @ Nut, 0.82" Thick @ 1st Fret, 0.90" Thick @ 12th Fret

Pickguard White Multi-Layered Pickguard

Pickups Direct-Mount Passive Kiesel Lithium Humbuckers

Scale Length 25.5"

Strings Elixir Nanoweb 1046E

Tuners Premium Kiesel Locking Tuners, 19:1 Ratio

Weight 7.8 lbs

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Kiesel Lyra.

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The Lyra is slightly more compact than the 24 fret Delos, offering a balance between the sleek Aries and the bulkier Delos.
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The Lyra's forearm bevel offers a more modern comfort, which some users find preferable over the traditional Strat contour, depending on playing posture.
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Setup and maintenance

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To maintain tension in C# Standard tuning, using a 10-52 string gauge or higher is recommended, as Kiesel's stock strings might be too loose.
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Features and functionality

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The Lyra's volume knob is positioned similarly to a Strat, potentially too close for some players, suggesting a modification of moving it an inch away could improve playability.
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The Lyra can be equipped with a Vega tremolo, exclusive to the Greg Howe signature version, offering additional versatility.
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The Gotoh tremolo on the Lyra is installed with a pull-back route for a full-floating setup, unlike traditional Strat setups which are typically decked for dive-only use.
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User experience

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Owners note that the one-piece roasted maple neck is sufficient for most environments unless exposed to extreme or fluctuating conditions.
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Owners report the Lyra as extremely lightweight and comfortable, comparable in quality to high-end brands like Suhr and PRS.
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The Lyra's unique aesthetic is frequently praised, with some users preferring the unexpected design over more traditional models like the Delos.
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