Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat, Checkerboard

Full Description

Versatile amplification for any performance

Equipped on this signature acoustic is a Fishman CD-1 preamp. It offers a range of controls including volume, bass, and treble, allowing you to shape your tones according to your preferences. This preamp also features a built-in electronic tuner with an on/off switch, making it convenient to keep your guitar in tune at all times. With the Fishman CD-1 preamp, you can effortlessly transition from acoustic performances to amplified settings without compromising the quality of your sound.

Whether you want to add warmth with boosted bass or a crisp brightness with increased treble, the CD-1 preamp gives you the flexibility to shape your sound exactly how you want it. Additionally, the built-in tuner eliminates the need for external tuners, allowing you to tune your guitar quickly and accurately with ease.

Pure spruce sound

Solid spruce, which is known for its ability to produce rich and resonant harmonics, is the choice of this model's top. This tonewood ensures that your playing will have sweet and well-rounded tones, whether you're strumming or fingerpicking. With the Hellcat, you can achieve the perfect balance between warmth and clarity, making it suitable for a wide range of genres including pop, rock, and folk.

Concert-style built for comfort

Designed with a concert-style body, the Hellcat offers excellent comfort and playability. Its compact size makes it easy to handle and allows for effortless fretting and strumming. From performing on stage and recording in the studio, to simply practising at home, the concert-style body ensures that you'll have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Attention to detail in design

The Hellcat showcases Tim Armstrong's signature black and white checkerboard design, adding a touch of visual flair to the guitar's overall aesthetic. With inlays depicting the Hellcat logo and double skulls, this guitar is a true reflection of his unique style.

Equipped with chrome hardware, including vintage-style tuning machines that ensure precise and stable tuning. Its scalloped X bracing provides added support to the spruce top, enhancing the resonance and projection. Additionally, protecting the guitar is a 1-ply black pickguard that guards against scratches and scrapes. For added convenience, the Hellcat comes with factory-mounted forward strap buttons with internal block reinforcement, allowing for easy attachment of your guitar strap.

The rocking guitarist from Rancid

Tim Armstrong is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer. He is known for his distinctive voice and is a prominent figure in the punk rock scene. He is best known as the singer and guitarist of the band Rancid, which he co-founded. In addition to his work with Rancid, Armstrong has also released solo music under the name Tim Timebomb.

Armstrong's musical career spans several decades, and he has made significant contributions to the punk rock genre. He is recognized for his energetic performances and his ability to write catchy and meaningful songs. With this electro acoustic, you can become a star of the stage.

Specifications

• Product Code: 0971752088

Body and Bridge

• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Body Material: Laminated Mahogany
• Shape: Concert
• Colour: Black and White Checkerboard
• Finish: Satin
• Bridge: Walnut

Neck and Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: C
• Neck Construction: Set Neck
• Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
• Scale Length: 25.3"
• Fingerboard Material: Walnut
• Fingerboard Radius: 11.81"
• Frets: 19
• Inlays: Hellcat and Double Skulls
• Truss Rod: Dual-Action
• String Nut: GraphTech NuBone
• Nut: GraphTech NuBone
• Nut Width: 43mm

Hardware and Electronics

• Electronics: Fishman CD-1 Preamp
• Controls: Volume, Bass, Treble, Electronic Tuner w/ On/Off Switch, Low Battery Indicator Light
• Bridge Pins: White w/ Black Dots
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
• Hardware: Chrome
• Strap Buttons: Factory Mounted Forward w/ Internal Block Reinforcement
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Rosette: 70s F Style
• Strings: Fender Dura-Tone 880L Coated 80/20 (.012-.052 Gauges)