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.