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Kramer Nightswan Electric Guitar - Aztec Marble Graphic

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Mahogany Body, Maple Neck, Ebony Fingerboard, 2 Humbucking Pickups, and Floyd Rose Tremolo - Aztec Marble Graphic
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The Return of a Legendary 1980s Classic

Originally a signature guitar in the 1980s, the Kramer Nightswan is a true shredder’s delight. And who’s signature model was it? Let’s just say that this sweet-savage axe wielder was a real holy diver. This made-for-performance double-cutaway boasts an Aztec Marble graphic — one of the Nightswan’s most historically rare finishes. That said, this guitar wasn’t built for show — unless it’s to show off your chops. Its "C"-profile-shaped, 3-piece maple neck is unlike any other you’ll ever pick up, while its ruler-flat 16-inch-radius ebony fingerboard ensures lightning-fast playability. Plug into any high-gain monstrosity, and you’ll be greeted by classic hot-rodded humbucker tones, courtesy of two Seymour Duncan JB pickups. No guitar would be shred-worthy without a double-locking tremolo, and the Nightswan includes the gold standard: a Floyd Rose. The Nightswan also features rock-solid deluxe tuners, stylish fingerboard inlays, and an era-defining reverse banana-style headstock.

High-performance shred machine with mind-bending looks

While the Nightswan’s eye-grabbing look tends to hog attention, lurking under this solidbody electric guitar’s Aztec Marble graphic is a high-performance machine. Its resonant mahogany body is chock-full of warmth and sustain. Its 3-piece hard-rock maple neck boasts an eminently playable C shape, with a flat middle portion and sharp curves that melt into your hand. Its lightning-fast 16-inch-radius ebony fingerboard features a 24.75-inch scale and 24 medium-jumbo frets. The Nightswan sports pearloid fingerboard inlays in a unique wave pattern, plus a reverse banana-style headstock with a gold pyramid logo.

Seymour Duncan hot-rodded humbuckers — built to rock hard

Kramer’s Nightswan was built for hard rock. And it rocks hard, thanks to its Seymour Duncan JB humbuckers — one at the bridge and one in the middle position. This pickup is one of the most popular in the world, serving up the classic sound of a hot-rodded humbucker. You know, that sound — the one that's made an indelible mark on rock music for the last 30 years. This scorcher boasts plenty of output without sacrificing tone, and it adds harmonics, sustain, and the perfect amount of distortion to your playing. The Nightswan includes a volume knob and 3-way pickup toggle, unlocking the potential for a multitude of high-octane tones.

Floyd Rose tremolo for twisting, bending, and dive-bombing

Do you dive-bomb? Shriek? Squeal? Flutter? Of course you do! Otherwise, you wouldn’t be on Sweetwater.com looking at the Nightswan. Similar to other high-performance solidbody electric guitars, the Nightswan comes equipped with a rock-solid Floyd Rose double-locking trem. It can be used for subtle vibrato or full-blown dive bombs — the choice is yours. Either way, you’ll experience the same response and tuning stability that you'd expect from a Floyd Rose. Whether using it or abusing it, guitarists at Sweetwater had trouble knocking the Nightswan out of tune.

Kramer Nightswan Features:

  • Based on a '80s-era classic with a historically rare Aztec Marble graphic
  • Resonant mahogany body is chock-full of warmth and sustain
  • 3-piece hard-rock maple neck with an eminently playable C shape
  • Lightning-fast 16-inch-radius ebony fingerboard with a 24.75-inch scale and 24 medium-jumbo frets
  • Dual Seymour Duncan JB humbuckers boast plenty of output without sacrificing tone
  • Volume knob and 3-way pickup toggle unlock a multitude of high-octane tones
  • Floyd Rose 1000 Series double-locking trem for dive-bombing, shrieking, squealing, and fluttering
  • Rock-solid deluxe machine heads with a 14:1 turning ratio
  • Attention-grabbing pearloid fingerboard inlays in a unique wave pattern
  • Slick-looking reverse banana-style headstock with a gold pyramid logo

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape Nightswan
  • Body Material Mahogany
  • Body Finish Gloss
  • Color Aztec Marble Graphic
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Hard Maple
  • Neck Shape C
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 16"
  • Fingerboard Material Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay Pearloid Dots Wave Pattern
  • Number of Frets 24, Medium Jumbo
  • Scale Length 24.75"
  • Nut Width 1.625"
  • Nut Material Floyd Rose R2 Locking
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Floyd Rose 1000 Series Locking Tremolo
  • Tuners Kramer Deluxe
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Seymour Duncan JB Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup Seymour Duncan JB Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x master volume
  • Switching 3-way toggle pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: KNSAZMBF1

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 4/5

2nd one is a charm

The first Aztec I received the neck was installed improperly and was beyond repair. The low E string was along the edge of the fret which slid off the fretboard. The high E was swimming in tons of fretboard space. The neck also had several dings in the back of it. As always Sweetwater is awesome on their customer service. I was immediately sent a return label. The other Aztecs in stock were suffering from the same issues.
I had to wait about 2 weeks and I was told a replacement was available. This was about 3 weeks earlier than they original told me. The 2nd guitar was sent to the repair shop to insure that it was in proper order. I received it today and it was correct. The factory setup isn't bad but I need to set it up for what I like.


Thanks to Ben and the repair shop.
Rated 4/5

Aztec

Overall a good legendary 80s shredder at a great price . Kramer has done an ok job on these guitars . You will need a set up and you may find minor flaws . The guitar will need a new pot but other then that your good to go . It's not a reissue but it is close to the original. It has an R2 nut instead of R1 and the pups are different . A great shredder at a great price .
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