
That, by the way, is a huge compliment because Ernie Ball/Music Man guitars are top-notch. I found the guitars Music Man-like in neck feel, practical neck joint, overall build quality (Framus axes were definitely nicer in some cases) and the fact that the guitars have attractively different shapes reminiscent of classic electrics (a good thing). The ads looked cool, the gear looked cool, I’d never played anything Framus, so I went to check it out. Tyler Krupsky, sales manager for Framus USA, says: “The instruments that we do showcase here are things that we have deemed worthy of being a special piece, even if they have mostly stock features. (The NYC store is called the “New York Custom Shop” but that’s just in reference to the fact that all Framus guitars and Warwick basses are handmade and thus custom. – so the NYC HQ is it’s one of the few places you can go to actually play a Framus. And though you may assume otherwise given the Framus ads in the major guitar mags, as of this writing the company has less than a dozen dealers in the U.S. The space isn’t huge, but it has everything it needs and looks cool. – is a combo US HQ, retail outlet and artist relations department. The company is out to change that, and has established a beach head in NYC. But in this country the company has only really been known for its Warwick basses and ultra-high-gain Framus amps. Founded in 1946 in Germany, Framus/Warwick is the Gibson or Fender of Europe. My most recent trip was for the explicit purpose of checking out Framus – an experience that right now you for sure can’t get many places outside of Europe. But it’s also true that you can only have some experiences in “New Yawk Citae,” so I get in there from time to time. I live in Jersey (that’s New Jersey for those of you in Europe) and don’t have to leave “The Garden State” to have new tonalicious experiences. And thanks to PRS's ultra-durable V12 finish, the P22 feels and sounds like it's coated in well-worn nitro.Here's the SWEET Hollywood Custom. Together, these tonewoods give you an incredibly balanced sound. By nature, mahogany is a bit dark sounding, which is where the brighter tone of the maple top comes in. The P22's mahogany body gives you natural tonal warmth, which really adds character to its acoustics. "To give the P22 a rich yet balanced sound, PRS began by selecting the tried-and-true combination of mahogany topped with maple. it’s also the first solid body PRS to come with a Piezo pickup! Talk about versatile. With exclusive bird inlays and a striking artist-grade aesthetic, this guitar is not only unique. The midrange is focused, with just enough sparkle on top and a really strong, tight low end it cuts through the mix with ease. The tone is balanced and can be pushed into any sonic realm that you've ever envisioned. The 2 uncovered PAF-style HB configuration is perfect for both studio and live work. However, what we found most impressive about this guitar is the tone. Check out the finish on this PRS P22! If the unmatched play feel wasn't enough, the unbelievable 3D flame 10 top will certainly be the ticket.
