2025 James Tyler USA Studio Elite HSS Floyd Rose Maple Fingerboard Fire & Ice Shmear
James Tyler USA Studio Elite HSS Maple Fingerboard Rear Rout Floyd Rose Fire & Ice Shmear 7.95 LBS
STUDIO ELITE
First available in 1987, the Studio Elite embodied the essence of the L.A. studio scene. With a contoured and cutaway neck, heel, and body area, plus a deeper cutaway on the treble side, the upper frets are easier to access. The lead/rhythm circuit and mid-boost preamp make the Studio Elite one of the most versatile guitars around. Choose one of our many finishes for just the right look.
Seymour Duncan Bridge Hot Stacks (Neck/Middle)
HOT HUM CANCELLING STRAT PICKUP
When your guitar has a Hot Stack Strat pickup, the powerful ceramic bar magnet surrounded by two stacked coils sends more current into your amp, so you get more midrange and a stronger attack than a standard Stratocaster pickup can deliver. Our overwound Hot Stack Strat uses a blade instead of rod magnets to provide even string balance, no drop-outs when bending, and a beefed-up tone without any of the traditional single-coil hum.
James Tyler Shark – High Output Humbucker
Good tight low end. Good bark in the mids but still even sounding. Sweet singing highs with a lower peak. Fat single notes with a nice taste of compression. Big articulate overdrive.
Alnico 5 magnets, counter clockwise winding direction, screw coil south and slug coil north polarity.
3-Way Mini Toggle for Each Pickup (Series/Split/Parallel)
Each pickup features a dedicated 3-way mini toggle switch, providing enhanced control over tonal shaping and pickup response:
Up – Series Coils: Standard humbucker mode, delivering a full, powerful tone with increased output and natural hum cancellation.
Middle – Split Coils: Activates a true single-coil for enhanced clarity and articulation, with 60Hz noise present (hum-canceling in selector positions 2 & 4).
Down – Parallel Coils: Engages both coils in parallel, producing a brighter, more open sound with a slightly lower output—cooler and more subtle than series mode while still maintaining hum cancellation.
This versatile coil-switching system allows for dynamic tonal flexibility, catering to a wide range of playing styles and musical genres.
Mid-Boost System: Definition & Functionality
The Mid-Boost System is an onboard active circuit designed to enhance midrange frequencies, providing increased warmth, sustain, and punch to the guitar’s tone. It is particularly useful for cutting through a mix, adding body to clean tones, and driving amplifiers harder for a more dynamic and expressive lead sound.
How It Works:
Utilizes an active preamp (often powered by a 9V battery) to boost midrange frequencies while preserving clarity.
Can be controlled via a dedicated knob or push/pull potentiometer, allowing for fine-tuned adjustments to the midrange response.
Typically provides up to +25dB of boost, allowing for increased sustain and more pronounced presence in a band mix.
Works effectively with single-coils and humbuckers, making it highly versatile across various musical styles.
Rhythm/Lead Circuit
The “Rhythm/Lead Circuit” is a distinctive feature found on certain James Tyler guitars, notably the Studio Elite model. This circuit enhances the instrument’s versatility by allowing players to switch between preset pickup configurations seamlessly.
Functionality:
Lead/Rhythm Toggle Switch: Enables quick transitions between two modes:
Rhythm Mode: Engages the pickup selection as determined by the 5-way selector switch, offering a range of tonal options.
Lead Mode: Overrides the current pickup selection to activate the bridge pickup in series mode, delivering a powerful, full-output sound ideal for solos.
Add Neck & Bridge Button
The “Add Neck & Bridge” button on James Tyler Guitars allows players to engage both the neck and bridge pickups simultaneously, offering a unique tonal blend not typically available with standard pickup configurations. This feature enhances the guitar’s versatility, enabling a combination of the warmth from the neck pickup and the brightness of the bridge pickup for a rich, full-bodied sound.
FEATURES
Model James Tyler USA Studio Elite
Builder James Tyler Guitars
Year 2025
Body Type Solid Body
Body Wood Alder
Finish Type Semi-Gloss
Finish Color Fire & Ice Shmear
Neck Wood Quartersawn Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Neck Carve X-Thin Neck
Scale Length 25.5''
Neck Dimensions .790'' 1st - .915'' 12th
Neck Radius Compound Radius: 10 - 12” / 254mm - 305mm
Frets 22 - Wide/Tall
Nut Width 1 5/8" / 41.3mm
Nut Material Tusq
Neck Finish Semi-Gloss
Inlays Light Denim Dots
Side Dots Light Denim Dots
Headstock Faux Matching Headstock with Explogo and "BIABA"
Neck Pickup Duncan Hot Stack (Slanted)
Middle Pickup Duncan Hot Stack (Slanted)
Bridge Pickup JTG Shark Humbucker(Slanted)
Hardware Black
Bridge Original Floyd Rose
Tuners Hipshot Locking
Controls 5-way Blade / Volume / Tone / Midboost preamp with bypass button
Electronics 3x 3-way mini-toggle(Series/Split/Parallel) for each pickup / Lead/Rhythm Circuit 2-way toggle switch / Add Neck & Bridge Button
Case James Tyler G&G Deluxe Grey Tolex Hardshell Case
Weight 7.95 Pounds (7 lbs 15 oz)
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