Channeling the spirit of the '80s and updated for today’s guitarists, the Kramer SM-1 electric guitar is a powerhouse designed for those who live for rock and roll. Its trio of Seymour Duncan pickups—a JB humbucker in the bridge and Cool Rails in the neck and middle—deliver an impressive range of tones, from searing leads to glassy cleans. The JB humbucker is known for its hot-rodded tone, while the Cool Rails offer a unique single-coil fit with humbucker warmth and clarity. The addition of a mini toggle switch for coil-splitting expands your tonal palette even further, making this guitar as versatile as it is fierce.

Crafted from mahogany with a double-cutaway design, the SM-1’s body is complemented by a fast K-Speed SlimTaper neck profile and an ebony fingerboard, offering both comfort and speed. The Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo system, paired with an R2 locking nut, ensures rock-solid tuning stability through the wildest dive bombs and squeals.

The sleek design is accentuated with options like Candy Blue, Orange Crush, and Maximum Steel finishes, ensuring you look as good as you sound on stage. This guitar is more than just an instrument—it's a statement for the modern shredder.

Key Features:

• Double-cutaway mahogany body
• K-Speed SlimTaper neck profile and ebony fingerboard
• Seymour Duncan JB bridge and Cool Rails neck and middle pickups
• Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo with R2 locking nut
• Mini toggle for coil-splitting
• Available in Candy Blue, Orange Crush, and Maximum Steel finishes

Product specs

FAQs

What type of neck profile does the Kramer SM1 have?

The Kramer SM1 features a K-Speed Slim Taper C neck profile, which offers a fast and comfortable playing experience, ideal for shredding and complex finger work.

What kind of pickups are installed on the Kramer SM1?

The Kramer SM1 is equipped with Seymour Duncan Cool Rails humbuckers in the neck and middle positions, and a Seymour Duncan JB humbucker in the bridge, providing a versatile range of tones suitable for various music styles.

Does the Kramer SM1 have a tremolo system?

Yes, the Kramer SM1 features a Floyd Rose 1000 Series Locking Tremolo, allowing for stable tuning and expressive pitch modulation.

Is the Kramer SM1 suitable for heavy metal music?

Absolutely, the Kramer SM1's combination of Seymour Duncan pickups and Floyd Rose tremolo makes it well-suited for heavy metal, offering powerful tones and stable tuning for aggressive playing styles.

How many frets does the Kramer SM1 have?

The Kramer SM1 has 24 medium jumbo frets, providing a full two octaves per string for extensive soloing capabilities.