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Description
The Kramer Focus 4000 is a classic choice for guitarists who crave a blend of vintage style and modern playability. Known for its high-output humbucker pickups, this electric guitar delivers powerful and articulate tones suitable for a range of genres from rock to metal. Its solid body construction ensures durability and a robust sound, while the double-cutaway design provides easy access to higher frets, perfect for solos and lead playing.
The guitar is equipped with a Floyd Rose tremolo system, allowing for expressive pitch bends and dive bombs without compromising tuning stability. The maple neck offers smooth playability and complements the high-quality rosewood fretboard, offering a fast playing experience. Whether you're playing crunchy power chords or intricate solos, the Kramer Focus 4000 provides a versatile platform for your musical expression.
Key Features:
- Solid body construction for durability and a rich sound
- High-output humbucker pickups for powerful tones
- Floyd Rose tremolo system for stable and expressive pitch bends
- Maple neck with a rosewood fretboard for smooth playability
- Double-cutaway design for easy access to higher frets
Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Kramer Focus 4000.
Build quality
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Early Matsumoko models have unique body shapes and a matching painted headstock, differentiating them from later ESP-made versions.
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Features and functionality
User experience
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Owners report high satisfaction with the neck comfort and pickup quality, noting no desire for replacements or modifications.
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Setup and maintenance
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Replacing original springs with Gotoh springs is a common maintenance step due to wear, but it does not affect the guitar's originality.
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Tightening the tremolo arm may require pressing down the tremolo to adjust the plastic washer nut, allowing for preference on arm swing or stability.
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Mods and upgrades
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Owners consider replacing the old screw-in Floyd Rose trem arm holder with a modern push-in or collared arm holder for improved usability.
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Installing a Seymour Duncan JB pickup in the bridge position is recommended for enhancing versatility and achieving better tone for crossover thrash styles.
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Critic Reviews
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