Construction
The Rapier 33 features an Akoume body from Central Africa,
selected for its natural sonic characteristics, and the sleek "S"
type body shape allows for easy access to the upper frets. The soft
"C" shape Canadian Maple neck is extremely playable and is topped
with a 12" radius Rosewood fingerboard, perfect for both rhythm and
lead playing. Featuring 23 medium jumbo frets, including a
zero-fret, the Rapier 33 is built for speed, comfort and
accuracy.
Electronics
True to the original design, the Rapier 33 features three
pickups including the instantly recognisable forward slanted middle
pickup. A trio of Entwistle Low Noise EWR64 mini-humbuckers offer
exceptional tonal response, balanced output and clarity. With the
'Bass Cut' switch engaged, the Rapier 33 delivers that classic
and much-loved 60's jangle. The original Rhythm/Solo toggle switch
has been rewired as a 3 way pickup selector and by utilising the
second slide switch, you'll have seven pickup options on hand,
making the Rapier 33 incredibly versatile.
Hardware
The Rapier 33 features a high-spec roller bridge and original
Rapier Hi Lo design smooth action vibrato bridge, perfectly
delivering those iconic '60s warbles and flutters. A smooth,
friction-free, precision cut 43mm GraphTech Nubone nut and
Wilkinson machine heads ensure accurate intonation and solid tuning
stability.
Specifications
Body
Body Shape: Double Cutaway
Body Material: Okoume
Finish: Gloss
Neck
Material: Canadian Maple
Profile: Soft "C"
Scale Length: 24.74" (62.83mm)
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number Of Frets: 23 (Including Zero-Fret)
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: GraphTech Nubone, precision cut, friction
free
Nut Width: 43mm
Inlays: Pearl Dots
Joint: 4-Bolt
Hardware
Finish: Chrome
Bridge: High-Spec Roller Bridge w/Original Rapier Hi Lo design
smooth action vibrato
Tuning Machines: 6-in-line Wilkinson
Pickguard: 3-Ply White
Control Knobs: Chrome
Strap Buttons: 2
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Alan Entwistle Low-Noise EWR64
Mini-Humbucker
Neck Pickup: Alan Entwistle Low-Noise EWR64
Mini-Humbucker
Middle Pickup: Alan Entwistle Low-Noise EWR64
Mini-Humbucker
Controls: Two Volume Controls, Tone control. 3-way pickup
selector switch, 2 slide switches: Middle pickup selector and
bass
Output Jack: 1/4"