Evolution doesn't have to mean more complicated. The SC and SCA S Classic axes and the new SZ have evolved into even simpler instruments than their famous S ancestor. The comfortable slim body with fat Mahogany tone and sustain that made the S famous is there -- but the SZ and S-Classics feature simple fixed bridges and a 25.1 scale neck that has a different feel than the S guitar's 25.5 scale.

Series Features:
Thru-body, staggered stringing compensates for different string thicknesses and provides superior tonal balance, feel, articulation and sustain.

3-piece set in neck for better upper fret access and sustain.

Quilted maple top and slightly thicker S mahogany body provide incredibly full sound with a wide range of overtones.

New Gibraltar III bridge offers fixed bridge simplicity and sustain. No sharp edges for longer string life.

SZ520QM Features:
SZ set-in neck

3pc. Mahogany neck material

Mahogany/Quilted Maple top body

22 medium frets

Rosewood Finger Board - Rosewood offers a strong, bright sound and an attractive appearance with a long grain.

Gibraltar III bridge

IBZ SZ1 (H) neck PU

IBZ SZ2 (H) bridge PU

SZ special inlay

Nickel hardware

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