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Every instrument you find with us has been carefully selected by our experts with love for detail. We understand how important choosing the right instrument is and are here to support you at any time—with real expertise and a passion for music. Here, you’ll find people who share your enthusiasm and will help you every step of the way.

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Our service doesn’t end with the purchase. If you have questions, encounter problems, or just need advice, we’re always here to help. No robots, no automated responses—when you talk to us, you’re speaking with real people who listen to you and work with you to find the best solution. Your satisfaction is our motivation, and we accompany you every step of your musical journey.

Perfectly set-up

Your instrument is not only inspected by our experienced technicians but also perfectly set up for you. Whether it's string height, intonation, or fine-tuning—we ensure that your new instrument is ready to play right away. And if you have questions or need adjustments, we’re here for you even after the purchase to ensure everything is just the way you want it.

Charvel USA Custom Shop So-Cal HS FR BLK 1

We know what it means to find the instrument of your dreams. And we also know that first impressions matter. That’s why all instruments are carefully checked and perfectly tuned before shipping. Including this beautiful piece here.

Introducing: Your Dream Instrument from Charvel

Every info for your decision

Charvel USA Custom Shop So-Cal HS FR BLK 3

About Charvel

Charvel began as a guitar repair shop in Southern California in the late 1970s. This became known because not only guitars were repaired there, but many more popular models such as the Fender Stratocaster were modified and converted into so-called Superstrats . These guitars were particularly well received in the metal scene of the 1980s. When Grover Jackson joined the company in 1978, he quickly began releasing his own guitars under the Charvel name. Until 1986, all Charvel guitars were produced exclusively in California, but to meet high demand, production eventually moved to Japan. In 2002, Fender acquired both Charvel and Jackson from the Japanese company IMC, which purchased the two companies from Grover Jackson in 1989.

Today Charvel produces a number of different series of guitars in both the USA and Mexico . When it comes to Charvel 's individual series, everyone will find a suitable instrument. Charvel 's range can mainly be divided into three different categories, which can then be divided into several subgroups. These categories are the DK (also called Dinky) series, the So-Cal and the San Dimas . The characteristics of the guitars can sometimes be difficult to distinguish. The DK or Dinky series , as the name suggests, are smaller and lighter than the other series. This makes playing for longer periods much more pleasant. The difference between So-Cal and San Dimas is a little harder to define as both ranges come in 2 styles . Both the So-Cal and the San Dimas are available as ST guitars and T guitars . At first glance, they differ mainly in that the San Dimas guitars do not have a pickguard (“most”), and they also differ minimally in the construction / acoustic of the body and in the possible selection of pickups. All Charvel series and styles are also available as Pro-Mod models, which are guitars specially modified for performance optimization.

But Charvel is not satisfied with this huge selection and, in addition to acustom shop, also has signature models from artists such as Jim Root and Jake E. Lee . There is also USA Select. These are handcrafted guitars from the custom shop in Corona California . One thing can be said, no matter which Charvel guitar you choose, you will receive a quality instrument that you will have fun with for many years.

In addition to electric guitars, Charvel also builds excellent electric basses with the San Dimas Bass PJ and JJ series . The basses come with a mix of DiMarzio and Charvel's own pickups and ensure a really good sound.

General Information
  • Strings: 6 string
  • Country of origin: USA
  • Strings thickness ex factory: .009 - .042
  • Factory stringing: Fender Nickel Plated Steel
  • Special Features: Reversed Headstock, abgerundete Griffbrettkanten
Body
  • Technology: Solid Body
  • Body shape: Modern Strat
  • Body Material: Alder
  • Body finish: High Gloss
Neck
  • Neck: 1-pc. Maple, Quartersawn
  • Neck finish: Satin
  • Fretboard: Quartersawn Maple
  • Fretboard radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius
  • Fretboard Inlays: Black Dots
  • Nut width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
  • Nut material: Floyd Rose Locking
  • Frets: 22
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Fret material: Nickel silver
  • Neck construction: Bolt on neck
  • Scale Length: 25,5" (648 mm)
Electronics
  • Pickup Configuration: H-S (1x Humbucker, 1x Single Coil)
  • Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan SLSD-1N
  • Bridge Pickup: EVH Wolfgang Humbucker
  • Pickup Cover: Black (Neck), Zebra (Bridge)
  • Pickup Selector Switch: 3-way switch
  • Pickup type: passive
  • Controls: 2x volume, 1x tone
Hardware
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Pickguard: White 3-Ply
  • Pot Caps: Knurled Dome Knobs
  • Bridge / Tremolo: Floyd Rose Original
Finish
  • Color/ Finish: Black
  • Finish: Nitrocellulose
  • Aging: Heavy Relic
Includes
  • Includes: Case & certificate
Charvel USA Custom Shop So-Cal HS FR BLK
Charvel USA Custom Shop So-Cal HS FR BLK 2

At Custom Reserve by Session, you’ll find handpicked Custom Shop instruments. Whether you’re looking for guitars, basses, or other masterpieces, you’ll discover the finest creations the market has to offer. Each instrument, like this beautiful piece from Charvel, is personally inspected and selected by us to guarantee you an unparalleled playing experience.

Custom Reserve - Only the Finest from session!

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Charvel USA Custom Shop So-Cal HS FR BLK 19

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Why Custom Reserve?

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Handpicked

Every guitar and every bass is personally selected by us. In many cases, we coordinate the individual equipment with the manufacturer down to the last detail.

Expertise


Expertise

We can look back on over 40 years of experience. This is reflected in the quality of our advice and one of the largest Custom Shop exhibitions in Europe.

WYSIWYG


WYSIWYG

“What you see is what you get.” The pictures on each product show exactly the instrument you will get if you decide to buy it.

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Top Photografy

All instruments in our Custom Reserve are photographed in our in-house studio with professional equipment so that no detail remains hidden.

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Setup

An instrument can travel a long way before it reaches you. To ensure that everything is just right when it finally arrives, none of them leave our premises without being properly adjusted.

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Strings of Your Choice

Although all Custom Shop guitars are strung with top quality strings, we are happy to accommodate your wishes at the time of purchase and fit your favourite strings. This also ensures that the setup will still fit if unusual gauge strings are required.

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Your Happiness…

All that matters to us is that you are happy! That's why we do everything we can to ensure that the fulfilment of your Custom Shop dream is a perfect experience. From the moment your wish sparks in your mind to the moment you call an instrument your own. And should any questions arise later, we are of course always there for you after the purchase!

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Secure Shipping

To ensure that nothing happens en route, each instrument is securely packed and handed over to the carrier optimally prepared for transportation.

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