Hagstrom New Generation Super Swede Guitar in X-tra Special Old Pale

The Super Swede with its longer scale length of 25.5 inches (648mm), delivers a snappy and focused tone that features a well-defined low-end presence.

Its higher string tension delivers a clear and articulate tone, well balanced and evenly defined. The Lundgren Design No. 2 pickup in the neck position and No. 5 pickup in the bridge position were carefully paired to deliver a wide diversity of tonal options. The AlNiCo-2 neck pickup produces warm and clear tones, while the AlNiCo-5 bridge pickup delivers a powerful and articulate tone. Combined together, they provide a perfect balance of expression and clarity that allows the Super Swede's natural tone to transpire.

SUPER SWEDE | THE NEW GENERATION
It's hardly surprising for popular classics to remain unaltered, as their ongoing success can make them seem untouchable. However, creative minds continue to challenge and reconsider these concepts, seeking ways to enhance and improve them. Even seemingly perfect products can benefit from innovation and reinvention.
We are thrilled to introduce the revitalized and revamped Swede and Super Swede models, which have been reimagined and redefined for a contemporary audience. This single cut collection is the result of years of dedication, testing, and innovation by our team.

Through specialized techniques and creative problem-solving, Hagstrom has set a new standard for guitar development, blending modern solutions with intuitive design. The result is a series of guitars that honor the timeless quality of their predecessors, while offering new features and capabilities that meet the needs and expectations of today's musicians.

 

BASIS OF TONE
Adaptation is key in today's ever-changing world, and Hagstrom understands this well. We have implemented innovative solutions to ensure that the guitars are both roadworthy and reliable. To address concerns around angled headstocks, each new Swede and Super Swede is equipped with a perfectly lodged "Volute" at the back of the neck-/headstock joint. This provides additional support and strength to this critical area, ensuring that the instrument can withstand the demands of any world tour.

Moreover, further reinforcements are applied deep within the construction, ensuring the guitar's durability. Tuning stability is also crucial for musicians, and that's why each guitar is equipped with our newly designed higher ratio Hagstrom 19:1 locking tuners. This enables quick string changes and easy tuning adjustments on the fly, without sacrificing stability. These modern solutions provide musicians with peace of mind, allowing them to focus on their music and perform at their best, no matter what the situation is.

 

CRUCIAL CONNECTIONS
The body and neck joint is a vital part of stringed instruments. When done correctly, it allows for a seamless flow of tone, energy, and resonance. Hagstrom has developed an innovative neck joint design called the "Nape-Tenon," which combines the custom shop proven mortise and tenon design with a recessed neck body joint. It enables easy access to even the highest frets without sacrificing tone, resonance, or comfort. Although this construction process may take more time and effort, we firmly believe that shortcuts are not an option when striving for excellence.

Hence the use of stainless steel frets, which provide a hassle free lifetime of performance and ensure optimal intonation and playability. At Hagstrom, we recognize that critical connections are essential in every aspect of guitar design, from the body and neck joint to the electronics and hardware. Our commitment to using high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship sets us apart and guarantees that every musician who plays our instruments experiences exceptional tone, playability, and reliability.

 

HONORING OUR FAMILY ROOTS
Hagstrom has a long-standing tradition of excellence and distinction in crafting fine instruments, represented by the centuries-old Hagstrom crest that adorns each of our guitars. This emblem represents the "Hagstrom Clan," a family with a rich history and a deep connection to guitar- and instrument-making. It is a symbol of honor and pride that has been worn with distinction for centuries and continues to be a powerful emblem of the company's dedication to quality and excellence in modern times.

Hagstrom is committed to honoring these family roots in everything we do. We are proud of our heritage and strive to embody the values that have made the family and instruments so respected and admired throughout time. This dedication is evident in every aspect, from the design and construction of the instruments to the materials used and the people we work with. In short, Hagstrom is a company committed to family values and dedicated to craft instruments of the highest quality. The Hagstrom crest serves as a symbol of this devotion to excellence and promise to honoring the family roots in all that we do.

 

 Features & Benefits 

 H-Expander 

All Hagstrom electric guitars and basses include our patented H-Expander truss rod. Providing tension at both ends and running the entire length of the neck, the rigid yet light-weight alloy truss rod allows for a very low action and thin neck, two factors that were instrumental in earning Hagstrom its reputation as the world’s fastest playing guitar. The H-Expander truss rod not only provides ultimate neck stability, but it also contributes to Hagstrom’s unique tone. Longer sustain and a round attack are some of the sonic characteristics the H-Expander adds to the tonal essence of Hagstrom.

 

 

 Resinator Wood 

Resinator wood is a wood composite material that is both more uniform in density and more stable than any standard wood product. These characteristics eliminate dead spots or "wolf tones" sometimes associated with conventional wood fingerboards. Resinator wood has an articulate sound similar to high quality ebony, but without any of the problems associated with ebony. It provides a stable and clear tone, and also adds higher overtones and harmonics which uniquely detail each note. Like our H-Expander truss rod, Resinator wood is a major contributor to the distinctive "Hagstrom tone".

 

 

 Sustain Block Tailpiece 

Hagstrom’s unique Sustain Block Tailpiece™ was the result of design work starting in 1976 and made its first appearance on Swede and Super Swede guitars produced in 1978. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of our solid body models. Each string terminates in a single, massive brass block coupled directly to the guitar’s body. The blocks are detached from one another to reduce interference between the strings, maximizing each string’s unique contribution.

 

 

 Locking Machine Heads by Hagstrom 

A variety of Hagstrom instruments include 19:1 gear ratio locking machine heads based on our own distinct innovations to enable highly accurate tuning, fewer wraps around the tuning post, and hence faster string changes.

 

 

 Nape-Tenon Body Neck Joint 

The body and neck joint is a vital part of stringed instruments. When done correctly, it allows for a seamless flow of tone, energy, and resonance. Hagstrom has developed an innovative neck joint design called the "Nape-Tenon", which combines the custom shop proven mortise and tenon design with a recessed neck body joint for ultimate upper fret access.

 

 

 Angled Headstock Construction 

To address concerns around angled headstocks, each new Swede and Super Swede is equipped with a perfectly lodged "Volute" at the back of the neck-/headstock joint. This provides additional support and strength to this critical area, ensuring that the instrument can withstand the demands of any world tour. Moreover, further reinforcements are applied deep within the construction, ensuring the guitar's durability.

 

 

 Stainless Steel Fret Material 

While the construction process may take a bit more time and effort, we firmly believe that shortcuts aren't an option when aiming for excellence. That's why we use stainless steel frets, which guarantee a hassle-free lifetime of performance, optimal intonation, and smooth playability. These frets also enhance sustain, clarity, and provide an increased attack. Not to mention, they are perfect for players with nickel allergies, making them a top choice!