r/strandbergguitars

Well the search is now over, got an amazing deal on this pre-NX Masvidalien. The price was so good it almost feels like I stole it. It is amazing, probably the most versatile out of all the guitars that I've ever tried.

Now the rig is complete with all of the Strandbergs I've ever dreamed of, maybe a Henshall 8 if I stumble upon one? Or a Prog 5 bass?

Got a bit sidetracked when changing strings and buffed out the fretboard from fingerwear and rounded fret ends.

started noticing some coloring on the bridge, thinking back but i've never played with any sort of staining/reactive material on my hands, and it goes back in the case everytime im done. any ideas?

I play my Boden Essential 6 in classical position with Oasis pad on left thigh and end bout on right thigh. Guitar neck angle approx 50-55 degrees..

A couple of mods for Ergonomics -
I moved lower strap button from end of guitar (where it was resting on my right thigh) to back of guitar.

I changed cable jack to SquarePlug SPS4BK Compact Short Straight 1/4" TS Mono Cable Plug (Black). Audio cable now bends closer to guitar body. (I tried 90 degree jack .. cable points towards center of my body instead of down).

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I am trading my 8 string natural for this 7 string dark teal tomorrow. Is this a fair trade?

Say hi to the family’s newest member. I’ve made a post couple of weeks ago to ask you guys help me decide between the BSM or Blue Aura, both looks insane but black guitars will never disappoint. (The roasted maple fretboard looks even better in person)

No doubt the most comfortable guitar that I own together with my metal nx7.

Been using this rig (pedals change often) for the last year, more or less. I rarely have time to play when I get home at the end of the day, so in between classes or at a kava bar or whatever (florida lol), I bust out this lil rig and get an hour or so of practice in (if wherever i am is loud enough for me not to be a disturbance).

Salen Jazz is still far and away the best guitar I’ve ever played, I genuinely can’t believe I own it some days.

Neuraldsp Mayer is my main jam, everyone knows it’s sick.

Hey everyone,
I’m hoping someone here might have some advice or perhaps has had a similar experience with Strandberg.
I recently took my beloved Strandberg 8-string to a luthier because I wanted to have the fretwork optimized and get the instrument playing as perfectly as possible.
Unfortunately, during the inspection, I was told something I really didn’t want to hear: the truss rod is broken.
You can Tighten the truss rod and it reduces Relief to the point the strings touch the frets. If you turn it counterclockwise it comes to a point Where its only clicking pretty fast and NOT adding Relief.

I was honestly pretty shocked, especially because this guitar means a lot to me and I’ve always taken great care of it since buying it used a year ago, altough it could be that the seller was fully Aware of this issue, as i didnt feel the Need to Even touch the truss rod.
I’ve already contacted Strandberg Support 2 Weeks ago and explained the situation, but unfortunately I haven’t received a response yet Even After Contacting again. I completely understand that support teams can be busy, so I’m still hoping to hear back.
The guitar was purchased used, and I realize that may complicate things when it comes to warranty or support. Nevertheless, I’m really hoping Strandberg might be able to help me find a solution, whether that’s advice on the repair, replacement parts, or a possible repair through Strandberg.
Has anyone here experienced a broken truss rod on a Strandberg, particularly on an 8-string? How was it handled, and were you able to get help from Strandberg even though the instrument was purchased second-hand?

Its still a very well playing Instrument, I can get it to probably 0.4mm Relief in the middle of the neck. But doing a fret dress would take it Even further. The Tech said its pretty much Not doable or Not efficient with no working truss rod.
Also, it feels Like a ticking time bomb in the Hands lol.

I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share.
I absolutely love this guitar and would really hate to see it sitting there unable to be properly set up. ❤️
Thanks in advance!

Just got this beast from Sweetwater, unfortunately it seems like it has a grounding issue. I figured these should be fairly quiet pickups but for whatever reason the split coil neck and normal bridge positions have awful hum. The grounding to the back plate seems intact, just wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience and if it is a quick soldering job.

Sorry guys for another post like this, i am just very happy at this moment and in this house nobody understands that joy 😂 For those wondering, it arrived absolutely in perfect condition and setup. My first Strandberg, and i have to say, plays unbelievably smooth.