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Hagstrom Guitars from Sweden.
Established
in the 1925 as a manufacturer of accordions, Hagstrom also has a long history of
building guitars. Production of acoustic steel string and classical guitars
dates back as early as the 1940‘s. In 1958, the first Hagstrom electric
guitars were built. Covered in sparkle and pearloid celluloid with stamped metal
logos, they featured an ingenious use of materials previously used in their
accordion production. Over time Hagstrom’s range of instruments expanded into
classic designs such as semi-acoustic and jazz models (“Viking®” and
“Jimmy”), solid-bodies (“Swede” and “Super Swede”), and electric
basses. The world’s first 8-string bass, the “H8”, was introduced, and
became an instant success. Hagstrom guitars became known world-wide for their
professional quality, excellent playability, unique features, and great value.
H-Expander
All Hagstrom electric guitars and basses include our patented H-Expander truss
rod. Providing tension at both ends and running the entire length of the neck,
the rigid yet light-weight alloy truss rod allows for a very low action and thin
neck, two factors that were instrumental in earning Hagstrom its reputation as
the world’s fastest playing guitar. The H-Expander truss rod not
only provides ultimate neck stability, but it also contributes to Hagstrom’s
unique tone. Longer sustain and a round attack are some of the sonic
characteristics the H-Expander adds to the tonal essence of Hagstrom.
Sustain
Block Tailpiece
Hagstrom’s unique Sustain Block Tailpiece™ was the result of design work
starting in 1976 and made its first appearance on Swede and Super Swede guitars
produced in 1978. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of our
solid body models. Each string terminates in a single, massive brass block
coupled directly to the guitar’s body. The blocks are detached from one
another to reduce interference between the strings, maximizing each string’s
unique contribution.
Set Neck
Hagstrom uses a variety of different neck joints throughout our range. Our
set-neck recipe is the classic and time-tested Mortise and Tenon joint, a design
that most efficiently transfers string energy from neck to body, and can often
only be found on more expensive custom-built guitars. A team of experienced and
dedicated craftsmen hand carves every neck joint, insuring perfect execution of
this traditional technique preferred by luthiers for generations.
Resinator
Wood
Resinator wood is a wood composite material that is both more uniform in
density and more stable than any standard wood product. These characteristics
eliminate dead spots or "wolf tones" sometimes associated with
conventional wood fingerboards. Resinator wood has an articulate sound
similar to high quality ebony, but without any of the problems associated with
ebony. It provides a stable and clear tone, and also adds higher overtones and
harmonics which uniquely detail each note. Like our H-Expander truss
rod, Resinator wood is a major contributor to the distinctive "Hagstrom
tone".
Hagstrom
Machine Heads
Hagstrom models use 18:1 or 15:1 gear ratio machine heads based on our own
designs to insure accurate tuning. Viking and HB series basses feature machine
heads with a 17:1 gear ratio.
Trapeze
Stringholder/Tailpiece
The
classic Viking trapeze stringholder/-tailpiece design, is a work of art in
itself. Right underneath the top part, where the two beautifully swept beams
meet, it features a string claw for easy access and super comfortable string
changes. Adorned with the legendary Hagstrom crest it truly is elegance defined.
Vintage
Tremar
In
combination with the trusted long travel Tune-O-Matic roller bridge and the
Graphtech Black TUSQ XL nut, the re-engineered Vintage Tremar vibrato unit keeps
it original appearance while tremendously improving its functionality. Smooth
vibrato action and great tuning stability included.
Bolt
on Neck
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Slightly brighter and more vivid tone
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Ample amounts of attack/"snap"
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Strong resonance and sustain
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Great serviceability
Hagstrom
Cases
Hagstrom
hardshell cases are manufactured using high grade plywood and feature heavy-duty
gold-plated latches, a comfortable ergonomically soft handle, and a deep plush
protective lining which reduces interior movement. The case exterior is made of
durable vintage tan Tolex, with a gracefully emblazoned Hagstrom logo. Seams are
reinforced with heavy brown stitching, with tasteful leatherette stitched sides.
The
rectangular flat cases used for the Pat Smear Signature, Metropolis, HB-8, and
RetroScape models feature dark brown leatherette end caps with distinctive brown
stitching. The cases for the Super Swede, Swede, Ultra Swede, Viking and
H-series hollow-body models, feature a rigid, arched top and form-fitting
design.
SUPER
SWEDE
First
introduced in the late 1970’s, the Super Swede has always been considered one
of Hagstrom’s flagship models.
Each
Super Swede is crafted using a mahogany body, maple top, and set mahogany neck.
With a 25.5” scale length and a pair of coil-split-capable Custom 58 Alnico
pickups, the Super Swede provides a brighter sounding, longer sustaining, and
more flexible single-cutaway guitar for players looking for something more than
any regular single-cut can offer.
Naturally,
the Super Swede is equipped with Hagstrom’s renowned H-Expander truss
rod and Resinator fretboard for a playing surface that provides the
ultimate in stability, comfort and tone.
Hagstrom Super
Swede Electric Guitar - $1269.00
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Body: Mahogany
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Neck: Mahogany Set neck
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Pickguard: Black
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 18:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom Stop Tailpiece and Single Brass String
Blocks
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom Custom 58 AlNiCo
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Controls: 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone Mini Toggle
coil tap switch
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP 110
(10-46)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
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Availability: In stock
SWEDE
Scandinavian musicians have
always had a special influence beyond their home. Hagstrom’s Swede is an
example of a guitar with similar roots and similar powers of influence.
“Can't go wrong with my faithful Hagstrom Swede. Not too
many guitars out there anyway that withstand the constant beating I put them
thru! She's a taker, sharing all of my road life's antics. Get a Hagstrom Swede,
be inspired, you'll never look back.”
 
Hagstrom Swede Electric Guitar -
$1199.00
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Cherry
Transparent Gloss: - Available
to order
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Metallic Gold Gloss: - Available to order
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Black Gloss: - Available to
order
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Body: Mahogany
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Neck: Mahogany Set neck
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Pickguard: Black, white or
cream
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 18:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom Stop Tailpiece and Single Brass String
Blocks
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom Custom 58 AlNiCo
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Controls: 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone
with 3-way sound filter toggle switch
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP 110
(10-46)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
ULTRA SWEDE
A slender, compact
body joined to an ultra-slim neck profiled in an easy "D" shape is
combined with the rich and powerful sound of Hagstrom’s Custom 62 pickups.
The
tone is truly "ultra-licious", both in humbucking mode and in
coil-split mode for single-coil sounds.
The Ultra Swede is everything that makes a Hagstrom special combined together in
a platform for the 21st century.
Hagstrom Ultra
Swede Electric Guitar - $999.00
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Body: 2 piece basswood
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Neck: Mahogany Set neck
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 18:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom Stop Tailpiece and Single Brass String
Blocks
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom Custom 62
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Controls: 1 x Volume / 1 x Tone Mini Toggle
coil tap switch
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Finish: Golden Eagle Burst Gloss, Gloss
Black
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP 110
(10-46)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
H-II
RETROSCAPE
The
H-II and H-III were introduced in 1965, so 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of
these iconic guitars. Known for their quirky switches and easy playability, they
quickly achieved wide popularity.
Favorites
among punk and grunge bands looking for a hard-rocking individualist statement,
H-IIs and H-IIIs have been showing up in the hands of artists such as Aaron
North (The Icarus Line, Nine Inch Nails) for years. Many people have been asking
for these classics to be re-issued, and we at Hagstrom are happy to comply with
lovingly recreated and updated versions of these great classics.
A
comfortably profiled Canadian Maple neck is bolted to a hand-selected American
Alder body insuring that the original attack and "bite" of the H-II
and H-III is maintained. The classic 6-in-line Hagstrom headstock design, used
for the first production of H-IIs and H-IIIs, has been slightly updated, and the
"Vintage Tremar" has been re-engineered for functional improvements
without sacrificing its original appearance.
Hagstrom
has taken great care in recreating the original pickups, and the new ceramic
"C-Spin" pickups do an excellent job of matching the originals' sonic
glory. Tone-shaping functionality is enhanced by incorporating Hagstrom's new
RC-Circuit into the volume control, which allows for volume reduction without
the loss of that high frequency "shimmer".
Hagstrom H-II
Retroscape Electric Guitar - $1099.00
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White Gloss: -
Available to
order
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Black Gloss: -
Available to
order
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3-tone
Sunburst: - Available to
order
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Aged Sky Blue: -
Available to
order
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Body: American Alder
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Neck: Canadian Hard Maple,
Bolt-on neck
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 15:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom with Vintage Tremar Tailpiece
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom Ceramic
c-spin
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Controls: 1 x Volume with R/C Tone
Circuit/Kill Switch on Upper Horn
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Finish: White Gloss, Gloss
Black, 3-tone Sunburst, Aged Sky Blue
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP 110
(10-46)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
HJ 500
In
1969 the legendary luthier James “Jimmy” D’Aquisto began cooperation with
Hagstrom that was to last nearly 10 years.
Hagstrom’s
hollow-body archtop jazz guitar series is the result, and the master’s craft
is unmistakably written all over these fine instruments. In fact, the
asymmetrical headstock used for these guitars and now used for most current
Hagstrom models, was Jimmy’s design.
Immaculately
clean, well rounded jazz tones for single note patterns and walking-bass chordal
comping are the HJ500’s home turf, although it is fully capable of taking a
different route into rock-oriented soundscapes when necessary.
Hagstrom HJ
500 Electric Guitar - $1599.00
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Body: Canadian Maple
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Top: Contoured
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Neck: Canadian Hard Maple
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 18:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Ebony Jimmy with Hagstrom Trapeze
Tail Piece
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom HJ50
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Controls: 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone
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Finish: Black Gloss, Natural
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP 115
(10-49)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
VIKING
DELUXE Taking it
up a few notches? Dressed to kill, the Viking® Deluxe, available with select
flame maple tops in a range of scorching finishes, will incinerate the
competition. Pearloid block inlays adorn its Resinator™ fretboard, adding just
the right amount of elegance to this stylish warrior. 
Hagstrom Viking
Deluxe Guitar - $1499.00
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Body: Ply Flamed Maple, Semi -
Hollow
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Top: Contoured
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Neck: Set neck, Canadian Hard Maple
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 18:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
43 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom Trapeze Tailpiece
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Pickups: 2 x Hagstrom HJ50
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Pickup selector: 3-way toggle
switch
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Controls: 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone
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Finish: Natural, Amber
Sunburst Gloss
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Unique features: Strings: D'Addario EXP
110 (10-46)
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
VIKING
BASS
Introduced
as the Concord bass in 1965, Hagstrom’s Viking bass injects some tactfully
chosen vigour into an all-time classic design. From 60’s Brit-rock to modern
day low-end goodness, the Viking bass delivers ear-candy galore
This
meticulously crafted semi-hollow bass with a short 30.75-inch (781 mm) scale is
fitted with Hagstrom’s custom-voiced Dyna-Rail humbucking pickups.
A
brilliantly designed 6-way rotary switch allows switching between various
humbucking and single-coil configurations for a dizzying array of tonal options:
Pickup Selector: 6-Way Rotary
1 - Neck + Bridge, Single coil (Outer coils)
2 - Bridge, Single Coil (Outer Coil)
3 - Neck, Single Coil (Outer Coil)
4 - Neck + Bridge, Humbucking
5 - Bridge, Humbucking
6 - Neck, Humbucking
Hagstrom Viking
Bass Guitar - $1499.00
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Body: Ply Maple
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Top: Contoured
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Neck: Set neck, Canadian Hard Maple
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Fretboard: Resinator wood TM
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Machine Heads: Chrome die-cast Hagstrom
design 17:1 gear ratio
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Nut: GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is
40 mm
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Bridge: Long
Travel Tune-O-Matic with Hagstrom Trapeze Tailpiece
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Pickups: 2 x Dyna Rail -
Viking Bass N/B
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Pickup selector: 6-way rotary
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Controls: 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone
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Finish: Cherry transparent,
Black, & Tobacco sunburst Gloss
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Unique features: Strings: 0.45
- 0.95
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Comes with: Hagstrom Hardshell Case in Tan
Tolex with Hagstrom Logo
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