The Calico Guitarworks T-Type "Sapelecaster" is a finely crafted electric guitar that attempts to blend classic style with modern features. The one-piece Sapele body offers warm, resonant sound with natural sustain, while including both arm and belly contours, as well as a neck pocket designed for ease of access to the upper register. The maple neck is designed for comfortable playability across 22 jumbo frets, perfect for expressive bends and fast runs. A dual-action heel-access truss rod allows for easy neck adjustments.
Meanwhile, the Dimarzio PAF 36th Anniversary pickups offer dynamic tonal range that suits a variety of musical styles housed inside custom covers for a unique look. Housed beneath the guitars wooden backplate with magnetic closure, the guitar’s versatile controls include a volume knob with push-push coil split, a tone knob with push-push phase reverse, and a three-way pickup selector, giving you a wide palette of sounds from classic warmth to modern versatility.
The Gotoh fixed bridge with Highwood contoured saddles provide a rock solid foundation, while Kluson Deluxe tuners and an Earvana compensated nut enhance tuning stability and intonation accuracy, allowing you to focus on your performance without distractions.
Weighing just 8.33 pounds, the "Sapelecaster" balances comfort and durability, making it ideal for both studio sessions and live performances. It also comes with a TKL Performer Series case to protect your investment on the road. The Sapelecaster is a guitar that combines expert craftsmanship, versatile tone, and reliable performance—perfect for a musician who demand the best in their instrument.
Specifications:
- BODY: One-piece Sapele
- PICKUPS: Dimarzio PAF 36th Anniversary w. custom Nickel/Wenge covers
- BRIDGE: Gotoh Non-tremolo bridge (10.5 mm Spacing) w. Highwood Contoured Saddles
- SCALE: 25-1/2"
- NECK: Maple w. "C" Shape
- FINGERBOARD: Rosewood w. 12" Radius
- FRETS: 22 Jumbo Frets (.114" x .050")
- TRUSS ROD: Dual Action - Heel Access
- TUNERS: Kluson Deluxe
- NUT: 1-5/8" Earvana Compensated Shelf Nut
- CONTROLS:Volume (w. push-push for partial coil split) Tone (w. push-push phase reverse), three way pickup selector. The cavity features a magnetic control cavity cover
- FINISH: Hard Wax Oil for the body and pre-catalyzed Satin lacquer for Neck
- WEIGHT: 8.33lbs
- STRINGS:10-46
- CASE: TKL Gig Bag Included