The Sälen NX 6 Tremolo Plini Edition provides many of the acclaimed features of the wildly popular and beloved Sälen Jazz but is equipped with the EGS Rev 7 tremolo bridge to add greater versatility with vibrato effects and textures. There are two versions of this model available: one with the .strandberg* Plini Edition bridge humbucker and the other with the Suhr™ SSH+ bridge humbucker. The .strandberg* Plini Edition bridge humbucker wound by the late Michael Frank has a slightly warmer yet more balanced and modern sound while the Suhr™ SSH+ provides a more traditional humbucker sound with slightly more gain and cutting high-mids.
All the other specs are identical with the Suhr™ Classic T single-coil pickup in the neck position and a 3-way switch with custom wiring and one volume pot to provide a plethora of great humbucker and single-coil sounds to cover virtually any musical genre and playing style with minimalist simplicity. The Sälen’s unique body shape exudes a more traditional and classy aesthetic as well as modernism that is eye-catching as it is ergonomically functional.
Blends Tradition With Modernism, Captivating and Functional Design.
SÄLEN NX 6 TREMOLO PLINI EDITION BLACK
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL?
The Sälen NX 6 Tremolo Plini Edition provides all the acclaimed features of the wildly popular and beloved Sälen Jazz but is equipped with the EGS Pro Rev 7 tremolo bridge to add greater versatility with vibrato effects and textures. The .strandberg* Plini Edition or Suhr™ SSH+ bridge humbucker and the Suhr™ Classic T single-coil pickup with the 3-way switch with custom wiring and one volume pot provide a plethora of great humbucker and single-coil sounds to cover virtually any musical genre and playing style with minimalist simplicity. The Sälen’s unique body shape exudes a more traditional and classy aesthetic as well as modernism that is eye-catching as it is ergonomically functional.
WHAT DOES IT DO?
The Sälen NX 6 Tremolo Plini Edition was designed in conjunction with Plini and was engineered and produced to be sonically versatile but aesthetically minimalist. With the EGS Pro Rev 7 tremolo system, the Sälen is now capable of producing a wide range of vibrato effects and textures that had only been possible on Boden models equipped with the same tremolo system. Robust, solid, smooth, and reliable, the EGS 7 tremolo is easy to operate and stays in tune. The .strandberg* Plini Edition or Suhr™ SSH+ bridge humbucker and the Suhr™ Classic T single-coil pickup deliver a wide range of sounds from heavy and mean to twangy and warm. The 3-way switch is custom wired to provide three exceptional sounds that respond with superb sensitivity to volume pot adjustments. Sometimes less is indeed more.
WHO IS IT FOR?
The Sälen NX 6 Tremolo Plini Edition is for the forward-thinking musician who appreciates the aesthetic and styling of the Sälen model but needs the added flexibility of a tremolo system. With the unique combination of the .strandberg* Plini Edition or Suhr™ SSH+ bridge humbucker and Suhr™ Classic T single-coil with 3-way custom wiring, the flexibility and versatility this model offers makes the Sälen NX 6 Tremolo Plini Edition an ideal instrument for the tone connoisseur as well as serious musicians who appreciate innovative modern industrial design and aesthetics.
The Sälen models have been highly acclaimed and used by guitar players who wanted all the benefits of the groundbreaking Boden models but in a slightly more traditional looking package with a single cutaway. There was just one missing feature that had been requested for years: tremolo. Plini is one of those players who has loved and played the Sälen for years but wanted a tremolo version built to his specifications. Now, Plini’s dream Sälen is a reality and available to all.
MEASUREMENTS
Width: 315 mm/12,4”
Length: 800 mm/31,5”
Thickness: 42 mm/1.65″
Long Scale: 25.5”
Short Scale: 25”
String spread at nut: 35 mm/1,38”
String spacing at bridge: 10.5 mm/.41″
Neutral fret: 0
GENERAL
Bolt-On Construction with new sculpted neck joint heel
Body: Chambered Mahogany with Arm and Torso Carve
Solid Maple Top
Available Finishes: Midnight Black Satin
Approximate Weight: 2.3kg / 5 lbs +/- 10%
Manufactured in Indonesia
HARDWARE
.strandberg* EGS Rev7 tremolo system & string locks
Black anodized hardware
Original Luminlay™ Green Side Dots
Original Luminlay™ Green Inlays
NECK & FRETS
Mahogany Neck with Carbon Fiber reinforcement
EndurNeck™ Profile
Richlite Fretboard with Plini’s Moon inlay at the 12th fret
20” Fretboard Radius
24 Frets
Jescar 51100 Stainless Steel Fretwire (57110 for zero fret)
D’Addario NYXL 10-46 strings
Standard tuning EADGBE
ACCESSORIES
Venture Gig Bag
Allen Key Kit included
Strap optional
SONIC PROFILE
H – S Pickup Configuration
Neck: Suhr™ Classic T singe-coil – chrome covered
Bridge: .strandberg* Plini Edition Bridge or Suhr™ SSH+ Humbucker
3-Way Pickup Selector
Neck Single coil
Neck + Bridge Outer Coil in parallel (humbucking)
Bridge Series Humbucking
Master Volume
Unique Qualities
ANATOMY OF A STRANDBERG
There are many design elements and factors that comprise a .strandberg* guitar. Each aspect – from the materials and components used to the ergonomic design features – has been carefully thought out and implemented to produce a guitar that is light weight, easy to play and has a big woody organic sound. Explore these different aspects that set a .strandberg* guitar apart from the rest.
HEADLESS
By removing weight from the headstock, your guitar can be made very light and yet balanced. You can play with greater comfort for longer.
VERSATILE BODY SHAPE
The body shape provides multiple seated playing positions for maximum comfort and versatility.
SCALE LENGTHS ADAPTED TO YOU
A multi-scale design allows your wrist to remain relaxed throughout the range of play. A longer scale length for the heavier strings provide better tone, and shorter in the thinner strings better playability.
PATENTED NECK PROFILE
Our patented EndurNeck™ profile promotes a more correct playing position. The result: you can play longer, faster, better and avoid injury.
SPACE AGE MATERIALS
Our hunt for great tone and low weight led us to using aircraft grade aluminium and carbon fiber for maximum performance.
PROPRIETARY HARDWARE
The custom .strandberg* hardware is a vital contributor to the tone of the instrument. Lightweight aircraft grade aluminium and tight coupling of components ensure that nothing prevents the strings’ vibrations from entering the body.