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Hagstrom HJ500 Hollow Body Guitar in Natural Gloss *HGSSS
Hagstrom HJ500 Hollow Body Guitar in Natural Gloss *HGSSS

Hagstrom HJ500 Hollow Body Guitar in Natural Gloss *HGSSS

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$2,199.00
$1,199.00
SKU HSHJ500NAT

Classic Masterpiece

In the year of 1969, legendary luthier James “Jimmy” D’Aquisto began co-operation with Hagström that was to last a decade.

Hagström’s hollow bodied archtop jazz guitar series is the result, and the master’s craftwork is unmistakably written all over these instruments. In fact, the asymmetrical headstock designed by Jimmy is now used on most of the current Hagström models.

Clean and well-rounded jazz tones best accompany single note patterns, whereas walking bass chordal comping are the HJ500’s home turf, although it is fully capable of going a different route and taking on rock oriented soundscapes when necessary.

HJ500 STANDARDS:

H-Expander
All Hagström guitars include their 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 Hagström 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 Hagström’s unique tone. Longer sustain and a round attack are some of the sonic characteristics the H-Expander adds to the tonal essence of Hagström.
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 Hagström crest it truly is elegance defined.
Set Neck
Hagström uses a variety of different neck joints throughout our range. Their 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 their H-Expander truss rod, Resinator wood is a major contributor to the distinctive "Hagström tone".
Hagstrom Machine Heads
Hagström models use 18:1 or 15:1 gear ratio machine heads based on their own designs to insure accurate tuning. Viking and HB series basses feature machine heads with a 17:1 gear ratio.

Specifications

SKU HSHJ500NAT
Brand Hagström Guitars
Type Hollow Body Electric Guitars
Series Hagström Jazz Series
Finish Natural Gloss
Body Wood Canadian Maple
Body Top Contoured
Neck Wood Canadian Hard Maple
Construction Set Neck
Truss Rod H-Expander
Fretboard Resinator Wood, Radius of 15"
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Inlays Pearl Block
Scale Length 24,75" (628 mm)
Scale Length 24.75" (628 mm)
Nut GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is 43 mm
Machine Heads Diecast Hagström Design 18:1 Gear Ratio
Bridge Ebony Jimmy with Hagström Trapeze Tail Piece
Pickups 2 x Hagström HJ-50
Pickup Selection 3-Way Toggle Switch
Controls 2 x Volume / 2 x Tone
Unique Features Strings: D'Addario EXP 115 (11-49)
Comes with Hagström Hardshell Case in Tan Tolex with Hagström Logo

 

Orders typically take 1-3 business days to process and ship. Please note that not all items are held in stock at Crescendo Music's retail store. When items are out of stock, they will be dispatched no more than 10 days after ordering. For urgent orders please contact us first to confirm stock availability.