The swede comes with two volume and tone controls and a threeway pickup selector toggle, but the fun doesnt stop there. I dont know if they split doesnt look like theres four wires in the coated cable coming out of the pickups. The super swede bass was the only hag bass that i was unable to add into my hag collection. The swede and super swede electric solid body guitars were also early models and still exist today. Hagstrom swede for sale in uk 44 used hagstrom swedes. Select super swede, select swede and select ultra swede. We proudly present to you, the swede and super swede models of the new northenseries. Hagstrom swede bass has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. At hagstrom we take every new design challenge as a way to bring our history of innovation and performance to contemporary guitarists in a fresh and exciting way. Both guitars are played clean and with distortion in all possible. As801 integrated amp in pure direct mode, connected to laptop with usb.
Still not fat by any measure, but id say my deuce neck feels pretty close to my variax standard with its yamaha pacifica neck and a shade skinnier than my g5422. To expound, though, there is a big difference between the super swede and the ultra swede. Hagstrom ultra swede a slender, compact body joined to an ultra slim neck profiled in a easy d shape is combined with the rich and powerful sound of hagstroms custom 62 pickups. The swede has a second 3way toggle switch located on the bottom horn that provides filter controls for additional tone options. The ultra swede guitar is one of hagstrom s most cherished models. Hagstrom northen super swede flame has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. Electric guitar ultra swede ultralux model, single cut, 2piece basswood body, maple neck, resinator wood fretboard, 2x hagstrom custom 62n4, 1x 62b4. Listen to the difference between a hagstrom ultra swede spalted maple and a fender mustang made in japan. Early models include the classic viking semi acoustic and an 8 string bass. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of our solid body models. Listen to the difference between a gibson sg and a hagstrom ultra swede. Hagstrom three kings limited edition ultra swede ulswe3kg. We have a wide range of hagstrom electric guitars available, with many hagstrom guitar models for sale including f series, ultralux, deluxe and swede as well as a large number of guitar accessories.
Kinda narrowed it down between the new fender mustang or a hagstrom ultra swede. Each string terminates in a single, massive brass block coupled directly to the guitars body. Hagstroms current stable includes classic semiacoustic jazz models like the viking. Hagstrom viktsb viking semihollow tobacco sunburst. Hagstrom ultra swede vs fender mustang guitar tone and sound. Unfortunately these suffer from a sharpend problem and a decent setup would improve playability. Hagstrom s current stable includes classic semiacoustic jazz models like the viking. I would suspect the hagstroms outclass the epiphone models, so im. I made a quick stop yesterday for strings for my strat and held a swede, didnt play it but did notice the neck profile was more sleek and felt nice. 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. Hagstrom select super swede electric guitar vintage sunburst. For those searching for the best all possible sonic worlds, here is the solution.
A slender, compact body joined to an ultraslim neck profiled in an easy d shape is combined with the rich and powerful sound of hagstroms custom 62 pickups. We proudly present to you, the swede and super swede models of the new northen series. Is the quality of the hagstrom swedes comparable to some of the lower level les pauls. The select super swede features a gluedin mahogany neck and the body is a combination of mahogany and maple. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Discussion in guitars in general started by hyakushiki, may, 2011. Unfollow hagstrom super swede to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The ultra swede guitar is one of hagstroms most cherished models.
We have 1 hagstrom ultra swede manual available for free pdf download. All things else are equal as far as i can tell, which is the higher end guitar. The les paulinfluenced swede was first introduced in 1970, while the higherend super swede originally called the swede deluxe was introduced circa 1977. Im not sure if i should choose the swede or ultra swede. This is an updated reissue of the popular guitar that was in production during the 1970s, and right up until hagstrom s close in 1983. Each super swede is crafted using a mahogany body, maple top, and set mahogany neck. Speaker shootout svs ultra bookshelf vs wharfedale diamond. Finally, a coil splitting function enabling the custom58 humbucking pickups to be individually switched to single coil mode via the pushpull tone controls completes the. Sleek and stylish, the hagstrom ultra swede allows you to pull the trigger and let those fingers fly. Unfortunately hagstrom introduced the super swede bass just before they closed their doors in 1983 which is why very few were made.
Hagstrom super swede used free shipping no mahogany body and professionally set up. This guitar is like having a les paul and a fender strat or tele all in one. Hagstrom swedef left handed electric guitar with fhole,wild. Cody francis western call svs ultra bookshelf product page. The super swedes electronics package also makes use of hagstroms passive rccircuit, opening the door to new sonic possibilities without sacrificing harmonic complexity.
This is an updated reissue of the popular guitar that was in production during the 1970s, and right up until hagstroms close in 1983. With pickups specially designed to provide a hybrid singlecoil humbucking soundpalette, the tremar super swede p90 is a masterpiece of tonal magic. Im looking for a guitar easier on my small hands and from what i understand the mustang has a small neck 24scale i think but the hagstrom has a thin neck not to mention its only 23 the cost of the fender. Hagstrom catalogs are quite vague regarding specifications, but the main difference between the two is that the super swede boasts a set neck, while the regular swede has a bolton. Electric guitar ultra swede ultralux model, single cut, 2piece basswood body, maple neck, resinator wood fretboard, 2x hagstrom custom 62n4, 1x 62b4 humbucker, scale. Hagstrom super swede used in good condition, no staining or marks, no rips to dust cover from non smoking home. The hagstrom sound is instantly recognizable, made possible by the guitars resinator. Viking iip, ultra swede, select super swede dbd, select super swede coc, select swede bch, select swede bgb, select ultra swede nbd, select. A graphite nut is cut to an equally high standard, while the fingerboard consists 22 medium gauge frets. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of hagstrom s solid body models. Great deals on hagstrom guitar parts and accessories. The tone is truly ultra licious, both in humbucking mode and in coilsplit mode for singlecoil sounds. Wondering what some of you think about them good or bad. Resinator wood, 2 custom 58 alnico5 humbuckers, hagstrom stopbar tailpiece.
The super swede is a bit of a leftfielder in that it has the more fenderesque 25. Noob questionfender mustang or hagstrom ultra swede. Hagstrom super swede f electric guitar, vintage sunburst the hagstrom super swede f is a heavily chambered alternative to the classic super swede. So ive been resuscitating a badly beaten 2008 hagstrom swede reissue thanks for the input guys. Mar 28, 2017 we take a look at the stunning limited edition 3 kings guitars from hagstrom, comprising of the swede, super swede and ultra swede. Northen swede articulate classic tone the new hagstrom northen series the new hagstrom northenseries are based on our richswedish guitar expertise and our original designsdating back to the beginnings of hagstroms guitar luthery in 1958. Today, hagstrom are back in production in the far east manufacturing to the highest of standards. Still not fat by any measure, but id say my deuce neck feels pretty close to my variax standard with its yamaha pacifica neck and a.
As you can find on the hagstrom website, the ultra s are made of basswood, while the highergrade models are made of usually african mahogany. Ive heard something about the weight being different, t. Gibson sg vs hagstrom ultra swede guitar tone comparison. View and download hagstrom super swede tremar brochure online. We take a look at the stunning limited edition 3 kings guitars from hagstrom, comprising of the swede, super swede and ultra swede. The super swede s electronics package also makes use of hagstrom s passive rccircuit, opening the door to new sonic possibilities without sacrificing harmonic complexity. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of hagstroms solid body models. I am not interested in the super swede which i know is super heavy, nor am i interested in getting info on vintage models. I have a hagstrom ultra swede, and love it especially the weight but am thinking of upgrading to the swede tremar.
The latter is the intro model, basically, while the super is one of the higher end models. If you look up compton bridges, you can find many who describe the results and even a few decent audiovideo demos. These instruments combine all our experience, our independent developments and traditional hagstrom craftsmanship, with the latest manufacturing technologies and reputation of one of the finest european guitar manufacturers. This model features a beautiful flame maple top that looks so good you may get caught playing in front of a mirror just so you dont have to take your eyes off of it. Of course, by fusing the latest achievements and themost sophisticated tech. Dec 17, 2009 the swede comes with two volume and tone controls and a threeway pickup selector toggle, but the fun doesnt stop there. The stainless made the swede brighter, but also gave it a bit more midrange body. Gibson les paul junior vs hagstrom ultra swede guitar tone comparison. Hagstrom super swede bk electric guitar single cut, mahogany body with solid flamed maple top, archtop, setin mahogany neck, fretboard. Hagstroms 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. Hagstrom ultra swede burgundy burst not great 1211 this is a guitar that is designed and built with the guitarist in mind who doesnt want to pay the more expensive prices to get a gibson les paul. The select super swede is a solid body cutaway, with hagstrom 18. Hagstrom guitar parts and accessories for sale in stock ebay.
Unfollow hagstrom guitar ultra swede to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Hagstroms unique sustain block tailpiece was the result of design work starting in 1976 and made its first appearance on swede and super swede guitars. When the switch is up, you get an added midrange boost, kind of like a halfcocked wah. Hagstrom only built 356 of them in total, with 9 of those being a left handed version, so they are quite rare. Identical except for the select super swedes longer neck 25,5 compared to 24,75 and the select. Mar 11, 20 the les paulinfluenced swede was first introduced in 1970, while the higherend super swede originally called the swede deluxe was introduced circa 1977. After production stopped in 1983 hagstrom became instantly collectable. Hagstrom northern series nsusweblk electric guitar, black gloss. Hagstrom limited edition 3 kings guitars swede, super swede.