Product: Tom Anderson Guitarworks The Classic
Price Paid: USD 2400
Submitted
06/15/2008
at
09:23am
by
Randall
Features
:
No Opinion
Classic Strat made in 1995 in California.
Body Finish - Sage Green Metallic
Body Wood - Alder
Neck Wood - Hard Rock Maple, Madagascar Rosewood Fretboard
Neck Finish - Satin Finish, Aged Tinted
Nutwidth - 1 11/16 in
Frets - Jumbo
Back Shape - '62 Roundback
Hardware - Chrome
Bridge - Vintage Tremolo Power Bridge
Pickguard - Aged White
Pickups - M1 M1 HN3
Switching - 5 Way, Mini Bridge Split, Add-Bridge Push/Pull VV on 5 split
Sound
:
10
My music styles include Heavy/Prog Metal to New Age to Classical.
This is my first review of my Anderson's, I actually own two (one is a hollowbody classic strat) but the same review will apply to both. Of all the guitars I have owned and played, these Tom Anderson's are truely the best in terms of sound and playability. Quality components, electronincs, and in my opinion Anderson makes the best sounding, cleanest, fullest, and roubust sounding pickups. I love the Duncans on my other guitars, but you cannot beat Anderson, The M1 -H3 combo is so well suited and versatile it will cover most any style..
Action, Fit, & Finish
:
10
Attention to detail and superior craftsmanship set this company apart from most other brands I have played. No I do not work for Anderson. Funny when you are inspired to write a review like this on a guitar I have owned since 2005. Action / playability are top notch right from the factory. Hollowbody version is Swamp Ash perfectly matched. Anderson guitars resonate better than the other guitars in my arsenal, probably due to superior construction technique.
Reliability/Durability
:
10
All Good.
Customer Support
:
No Opinion
Haven't used support.
Overall Rating
:
10
I have been playing for 25 years. I would replace if lost or stolen. I own Custom Jackson, ESP and Fender brand guitars all of which I enjoy, but Anderson is the superior axe. If one thing were to be wished for from Anderson Guitarworks is for more customizing options. I guess this is where they keep their quality so tight. They do not try to do it all, but what they do offer you can be certain to be of the highest quality. I would like more option choices for example a deep dish input jack, or perhaps more color finishes or a birdseye maple fingerboard option. I am most impressed with the Fit and Finish of their products.
