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Experience the perfect blend of classic design and modern innovation with the Musima Eterna, a solid body electric guitar that caters to both seasoned professionals and aspiring musicians. Crafted to deliver exceptional sound quality and playability, this guitar stands out with its crisp tones and responsive handling, making it a versatile choice for various musical styles.

The Musima Eterna features a custom-engineered pickup system that provides a wide range of tonal possibilities, from warm, rich lows to bright, articulate highs. Its sleek, contoured body not only enhances playability but also adds a touch of elegance to its overall appearance. Whether you're performing on stage or jamming at home, this guitar offers a comfortable and immersive playing experience.

Designed with the musician in mind, the Eterna includes high-quality hardware components that ensure reliability and durability over time. Its smooth neck and precise fretwork allow for effortless transitions and intricate fingerwork, ideal for both rhythm and lead guitarists. Moreover, the guitar's intuitive controls make it easy to dial in your desired sound, providing you with the flexibility needed to express your musical creativity.

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Solid body electric guitar design
Custom-engineered pickup system for versatile sound
Sleek, contoured body for enhanced playability
High-quality hardware for durability
Smooth neck with precise fretwork for effortless playing
Intuitive control layout for easy sound customization

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HEIDEMANN Instruments

Inspecting and playing a one-owner Musima Eterna deLuxe - untouched for decades!

HEIDEMANN Instruments

Musima Eterna de Luxe/ Музима Этерна де Люкс

SPAguitars

Musima Eterna de Luxe guitar - East Germany (GDR) 1960s

The Old Europe

Musima Eterna DeLuxe Этерна де люксе -в 2017 г.

Геннадий Усов

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The Musima 1655 allows for extremely low action after shimming the neck: 1.5mm on the low E and 1.25mm on the high E with 12-gauge flatwounds.
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Features and functionality

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The 1655's electronics include a unique 4-way switch with filter options that are generally considered impractical by owners.
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Simeto pickups in these guitars are unique p-90 like alnico pickups, originally designed in a lab under a government contract, praised for their sound quality.
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The Eterna and Elgita models share a similar design but differ in electronics, offering varied tonal options.
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Build quality

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Musima 1657 models feature a significantly thicker top, increasing from 2.5mm to 5mm compared to the 1655, affecting resonance and weight.
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Musima guitars are noted for their tank-like build, with chunky necks providing durability and stability.
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Use cases and applications

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Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon from Sonic Youth have been known to use Musima Eterna Deluxe models, highlighting their appeal in alternative and experimental music.
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Mods and upgrades

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Mojo Pickups in the UK has started reproducing the Simeto pickups found in Musima guitars, allowing owners to maintain or restore the original sound.
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Musima guitars, particularly the Eterna and Elgita, are praised for their value, offering a solid vintage option for collectors and players interested in East German craftsmanship.
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Thurston Moore

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Sonic Youth

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According to the Sonic Youth website it is said:

Used by Thurston/Kim: 1989-2007 1989 -- GABDEG (Teenage Riot, Hey Joni - THURSTON) 1992 -- DEGDBB (Swimsuit Issue - KIM) 1995 -- DADABB (Junkie's Promise - THURSTON) 1996 -- DADABB (Junkie's Promise - THURSTON) 1999 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete - KIM) 2000 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete - KIM) 2001 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete, The Empty Page, Karen Revisited, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2002 -- DADABB (Nevermind, The Empty Page, Karen Revisited, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2003 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Karenology, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2004 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Karenology, New Hampshire - KIM) 2005 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Disconnection Notice, Karenology, New Hampshire - KIM) 2006 -- DADABB (Rats - KIM) 2007 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Rats - KIM) NOTES:

This odd East German guitar was purchased in L.A. by Kim in the mid-80s. Thurston used it live on occasion from '89-'96, but Kim used it to record her guitar parts on "Dirty" (and was using it for her part on 'Swimsuit Issue' live before obtaining the Les Paul). After the July '99 gear theft, she returned to this guitar for the recording of "nyc ghosts & flowers" and has used it on each album since (except possibly 'The Eternal'). This was probably used on some of the Free Kitten records as well. Here's a little info on this brand of guitar: Musima Eterna Black body 3 single coils Rosewood fretboard Tons of switches 2 knobs, probably more Small rectangular sticker Listed as "DDR" on '95 set lists. Listed as "ETERNA" on 2000 set lists. Listed as "eterna" on 2002 set lists.

Kim Gordon

Singer, Guitarist

Sonic Youth

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According to Sonic Youth's website, Kim Gordon used a Musima Eterna:

"Used by Thurston/Kim: 1989-2007 1989 -- GABDEG (Teenage Riot, Hey Joni - THURSTON) 1992 -- DEGDBB (Swimsuit Issue - KIM) 1995 -- DADABB (Junkie's Promise - THURSTON) 1996 -- DADABB (Junkie's Promise - THURSTON) 1999 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete - KIM) 2000 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete - KIM) 2001 -- DADABB (Nevermind, Small Flowers Crack Concrete, The Empty Page, Karen Revisited, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2002 -- DADABB (Nevermind, The Empty Page, Karen Revisited, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2003 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Karenology, Disconnection Notice - KIM) 2004 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Karenology, New Hampshire - KIM) 2005 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Disconnection Notice, Karenology, New Hampshire - KIM) 2006 -- DADABB (Rats - KIM) 2007 -- DADABB (The Empty Page, Rats - KIM) NOTES: