The “NeXt” Evolution of Strandberg’s Flagship Boden
When Strandberg’s Boden model first hit the scene just over a decade ago, few could predict the impact these headless guitars would have on the guitar community. Fast-forward to today, and the Boden is going stronger than ever, with several models and configurations to fit your playing needs. The Strandberg Boden Metal NX 7 electric guitar builds on the blueprint of its predecessors with new and improved hardware, exquisite electronics, and sustainable materials that deliver an unequivocally boutique experience. The Boden Metal NX 7’s basswood body is joined with maple for the top and neck and Richlite for the fingerboard, familiar to the hands and ears of previous players and comfortable enough for anyone to jump in and get to work. Two supercharged Fishman Fluence pickups shoot the Boden Metal NX 7 to the top of its class, with a pair of active Modern 7 humbuckers to deliver the hottest and heaviest gain-drenched sounds imaginable. Throw in a hard-working EGS Rev7 fixed bridge along with stainless steel frets, and the Strandberg Boden Metal NX 7 solidifies its place as one of Strandberg’s highest-performing Bodens to date.
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Sweet-sounding tonewoods of the highest quality
Before you plug in, strum a few chords and pick through a few licks on the Boden Metal NX 7. The resulting stellar sound is courtesy of high-performing tonewoods that deliver the perfect combination of phenomenal organic tone, ergonomic design, and effortless playability. To achieve that, the Boden Metal NX 7 starts with a basswood body, keeping things light in weight but big on tone with good sustain and resonance. Snappy maple was chosen for the neck, outfitted with carbon fiber reinforcement rods for long-lasting durability against the drastic temperature and humidity changes commonly experienced when touring. Rounding out these top-tier tonewoods is a smooth-as-glass Richlite fingerboard, guaranteed to send your fretting hand from head(less) to heel in no time.
Optimized with superb Fishman Fluence pickups
To give the Boden Metal NX 7 its distinct sound, Strandberg equipped it with a pair of highly coveted Fishman Fluence pickups. Fishman Fluence Modern 7 active humbuckers reside in the bridge and neck positions. These sleeping giants are just itching to wake and reign over those unprepared for their sonic destruction. These no-nonsense humbuckers focus on one thing: gain. From conjuring the northern darkness of black metal to the unrelenting onslaught of deathcore and beyond, these humbuckers handle it all without ever sounding too muddy. When it comes time to pummel your audiences with waves of distorted goodness, the Boden Metal NX 7’s Fishman Fluence pickups are a surefire way of taking your tone to the limit.
Balanced headless design
The Boden Metal NX 7’s headless design removes mass from the headstock for lower weight and improved balance so that you can play marathon sets comfortably. On the other end, Strandberg’s custom bridge hardware makes an important contribution to the instrument’s tone. Made of lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum, the EGS Rev7 fixed bridge’s tight component coupling ensures that all the strings’ vibrations are optimally transferred to the tonewoods.
EndurNeck profile and bolt-on design for comfort and playability
At first glance, Strandberg’s acclaimed EndurNeck profile is sure to draw a few questions with its unique shape. Here at Sweetwater, guitarists will tell you the same thing: the EndurNeck feels even better than it looks. The carbon fiber–reinforced neck sports a rear-shafted trapezoid shape that’s incredibly comfortable with noticeable stability. Almost magically, you will feel your grip significantly relax when playing an EndurNeck, leading to longer playing times and fewer injuries. The Boden Metal NX 7’s bolt-on construction, paired with a deep double-cut design, offers easy access to the upper register for increased playability and a more focused punch, a welcome feature uncommon for many other bolt-on guitars.
Multi-scale Richlite fingerboard
The fingerboard of a Strandberg is instantly recognizable for its multi-scale configuration that assigns each string a unique scale length. This allows low strings to intonate better at high tension and makes bending high strings a breeze. The Boden Metal NX 7’s EndurNeck is capped by a 20-inch-radius Richlite fingerboard with a 25.5–26.25-inch scale length. Also, its 24 jumbo frets are made from stainless steel, a player-favorite fret material for its incredible resistance to wear over time.
Strandberg Boden Metal NX 7 Features:
- The latest and greatest iteration of Strandberg’s highly popular Boden model
- Lightweight basswood body lays a solid tonal foundation
- Solid maple top adds sonic brightness
- Fishman Fluence Modern 7 humbuckers deliver molten-hot levels of gain with complete clarity
- EndurNeck profile promotes proper fretting technique and reduces the risk of injury
- Bolt-on construction with double-cut design for easy access to upper frets
- Headless maple neck offers balance and reduced risk of breakage
- Multi-scale Richlite fingerboard for better intonation and easier bends
- EGS Rev7 fixed bridge keeps things in tune and sounding great
- 24 Jescar stainless steel frets
- Luminlay dots ensure your hand placement is always correct on dark stages
