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Description

The Vox Super Meteor is a solid body electric guitar designed for musicians who crave both classic aesthetics and modern playability. With its roots tracing back to the legendary Vox lineage, this guitar offers a nod to vintage style while embracing contemporary innovation. It's crafted from high-quality tonewoods, ensuring a resonant sound that complements various music genres from rock to blues.

The Vox CoAxe pickups are the star of the show, delivering a versatile tonal range that seamlessly transitions from crisp cleans to gritty overdrive. This feature provides players with a dynamic palette to explore endless sonic possibilities. Additionally, the Super Meteor is equipped with a sleek, comfortable neck profile that facilitates fast, precise playing, making it ideal for both stage performances and studio sessions.

The guitar's hardware is designed for durability and tuning stability, allowing players to focus on creativity without constant adjustments. Its intuitive control layout ensures that dialing in the perfect sound is quick and effortless. Whether you're a seasoned performer or an aspiring musician, the Vox Super Meteor is engineered to be a reliable companion on your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar with classic styling
  • Vox CoAxe pickups for versatile tonal range
  • Comfortable neck profile for enhanced playability
  • Durable hardware for tuning stability
  • Intuitive control layout for quick sound adjustments
  • Suitable for a variety of music genres
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Vintage 1960's VOX Super Meteor Guitar made in Italy

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Vox Super Meteor.

Setup and maintenance

  • The Vox Super Meteor V242 has a zero fret and measures just over 25 inches from the zero fret to the bridge, close to a standard guitar size.

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  • A metal cylinder under the tremolo arm suggests it might be missing a spring, affecting its full functionality.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Some owners have replaced the original pickup with a Seymour Duncan hot rail for improved performance.

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  • The missing knob resembles those used on Vox amps; replacements can be found matching those specifications.

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  • Owners suggest considering a flat tremolo arm from eBay as a possible replacement, hinting at DIY customization potential.

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Build quality

  • Vox used the same body design for various models, allowing room for additional pickups.

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  • The guitar's lightweight construction is often praised, making it comfortable for extended playing sessions.

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Features and functionality

  • The guitar features only 20 frets, similar to early Fender P-basses, aligning with the focus on maintaining traditional ranges.

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  • The original single coil pickup provides a unique, single-tone experience that some find surprisingly pleasant.

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Comparisons

  • The Vox Super Meteor was made by Eko in Italy and is a slightly modified version of the Eko Cobra, known for its playability.

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  • The Vox Super Meteor shares tremolo arm construction similarities with vintage Eko electric guitars, indicating common design elements.

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User experience

  • Despite age-related wear, the guitar is praised for its playability, especially when equipped with new strings and proper setup.

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Artist usage

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See how Josh Klinghoffer uses Vox Super Meteor

Josh Klinghoffer

Singer, Guitarist

Red Hot Chili Peppers

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According to this Facebook Account, which posts messages by Josh himself (through the Josh-Mail; more info here ) he used a Vox Meteor for the recording of "Feasting of the Flowers" from their new album "The Getaway".

See how Jon Sidel uses Vox Super Meteor

Jon Sidel

Guitarist

Thelonious Monster

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Listed for sale on Reverb.com in 2017.

Here is a Vox Super Metor with Tremelo, (Italian).

Year: 1960

Color: Fiesta Red

Serial number: 250782

Weight: 6.25 Lbs. with case 12 Lbs.

Pickups: Single coil

Neck at Nut (width) 1 5/8

Condition of frets/neck: frets slight minimal wear/ neck straight/good condition

Overall condition: Original documentation,warranty,hang tag,+ plastic truss rod bag,ohsc,original Vox strap. Near perfect condition,small fracture at bottom right of pick guard.

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