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Description

The Steinberger P Series is a testament to innovation in the world of solid body electric guitars. Designed for musicians who appreciate both form and function, this guitar is a fusion of modern engineering and classic sound. With its distinctively sleek body and headless design, it offers not only a lightweight feel but also an ergonomic playing experience that reduces strain during extended sessions. Perfect for both stage performances and studio recordings, it delivers exceptional tonal clarity and versatility.

One of the standout features of the Steinberger P Series is its unique headless tuning system, which offers precise tuning stability and reduced weight. This system not only enhances the guitar's balance but also allows for quick string changes, making it an ideal choice for touring musicians. The solid body construction ensures a robust resonance and sustain, while the double-cutaway design provides easy access to higher frets.

Crafted with a keen eye for detail, the Steinberger P Series is equipped with high-output pickups, delivering a wide range of tonal possibilities – from clean, crisp highs to deep, resonant lows. Whether you're a rock guitarist looking for a punchy sound or a jazz player after a smooth tone, this guitar adapts to your playing style with ease.

Key Features:

  • Unique headless tuning system for enhanced stability
  • Solid body construction for robust resonance
  • Double-cutaway design for easy access to higher frets
  • High-output pickups for versatile tonal options
  • Ergonomic design for comfortable playability
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Steinberger 1986 XP2 Black Ser# N0399 P-Series Made in Newburgh

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Build quality

  • Original Newburgh models have unique parts; even screws and leg rests differ from modern versions, making repairs challenging.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Older models may have hidden issues like missing bridge screws or non-functional tuners, requiring specialized repairs at places like Peekamoose.

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Features and functionality

  • Double ball-end strings are easily available online; La Bella strings are recommended for their ease of use with Steinberger bridges.

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Comparisons

  • Nashville basses with Moses Graphite necks have a warmer, woodier tone compared to the pure, metallic sound of Newburgh basses.

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User experience

  • Changing strings is straightforward with double ball-end strings, but some models allow regular strings depending on the bridge.

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Value and pricing

  • Original hollow-body all-graphite models are expensive and hard to maintain, often less desired than Newburgh wooden models for their tone.

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See how Buck Dharma uses Steinberger P Series

Buck Dharma

Singer, Guitarist

Blue Öyster Cult

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"In the '80s, Ned Steinberger came up with a revolutionary guitar design, of which the most noticeable factor is the lack of a headstock. Buck was impressed with the design and performance, and the Steinberger became Buck's other most-well-known guitar model.

This P series "Mini-Vee" guitar has a wood body and a bolt-on neck made of composite graphite material, which makes it almost immune to weather conditions that can affect tuning. It also is designed so that all the electronics are attached to the pickguard, which makes swapping out electronics simple. Buck has two configurations, one with 2 single coils and 1 humbucker, and the other with only humbuckers.

This guitar is still in Buck's collection."

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