Key Features
- Signature offset model of guitar icon, Albert Lee
- Exceptional warmth and clarity delivered by dual humbucker pickups
- Limitless expression and invention thanks to Fulcrum tremolo bridge
- Endless playing comfort provided by sleek, ergonomic design
Sterling by Music Man SUB AL40 Albert Lee HH JTB, Trans Walnut Overview
Designed by the best, for the best. The S.U.B by Sterling Albert Lee JTB, Trans Walnut presents a stunning signature model of the guitar legend, Albert Lee. Crafted to deliver the same unmistakable tone of the iconic country guitarist, the S.U.B comes equipped with two humbuckers for ultimate warmth and clarity. So you can play with superb note definition, even when using the fingerstyle techniques of Lee himself.
The S.U.B features a tremolo bridge to meet your creative demands. Whammy those stunning lead riffs, or add some elegant jangle to your chord-playing – the power is with you. The striking offset body shape offers much more than just guitar eye-candy; it’s ergonomic, too. So you can roam the stage with complete freedom and control, and always sound your best. The S.U.B combines exceptional tone with ultra-smooth playability, and it guarantees to impress in absolutely every department.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionUnmistakable tone
The tone of a legend. Sterling have taken every step necessary to deliver exceptional sound quality with the release of the S.U.B. It’s loaded with two Music Man humbuckers, producing a warm, creamy tone that fills the room. Offering a distinctive midrange, rich character, and superb clarity – these pickups know how to kick out an incredible performance.
Find your sound. Whilst the Albert lee S.U.B specialises in producing his iconic tone, that’s not to say you can’t make it your own. The S.U.B features a 5-way pickup selector, allowing you to find the perfect blend between the dual humbuckers’ voices. Tone and volume controls allows you to adapt Lee’s legendary sound to your own unique style, for a truly personal feel.
Tailored for performance
Experience ultimate playing comfort. Because the Sterling S.U.B is designed with playability in mind. First off- the body. Made entirely from mahogany, the offset body shape both looks, and feels stunning. Its ergonomic qualities ensure you’re never restricted on stage, and can play to your maximum potential. A sculpted maple neck fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, meaning your hand will glide up and down the neck with ease. To top it off, the neck is layered with a sleek jatoba fretboard. So every slide, chord change, and bend is delivered with total precision.
The S.U.B is made for the player. Everybody knows that a whammy bar can take your performance to a new level of expression. So, naturally, Sterling have incorporated a tremolo bridge for you to experiment with. Decorate your chords with that elegant shimmer, or make your riffs more ambitious than ever. Because the S.U.B has no boundaries for your creativity.
The hallmark of a legend
Albert Lee is a highly respected and talented guitarist, who emerged during the sixties rock and roll scene and still continues to tour at present, with his trusty signature Music Man guitar. Since 7 years old, Lee was always a keen guitar player having left school at 16 in order to play guitar full time, and from 1959 onwards he has played with a range of different bands throughout his career. Some of his band's include Chris Farlowe and the Thunderbirds, Green Bullfrog, Heads Hands & Feet. He also played in Biffbaby's All Stars alongside Eddie Van Halen, Steve Morse and Steve Lukather.
Specifications
Body
- Series: Albert Lee
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Finish: Trans Walnut
Neck
- Neck Material: Hard Maple
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard: Jatoba
- Number of Frets: 22
- Nut Width: 42mm
Hardware & Electronics
- Neck Pickup: SBMM Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: SBMM Humbucker
- Controls: Volume, Tone, 5-Way Pickup Selector
- Bridge: Fulcrum Tremolo
- Tuning Machines: Diecast
- Strings: 0.009-0.42
- Pickguard: Black
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