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High-end electric guitars for metal
Here you'll find a huge selection of instruments that are popular with professional musicians in the metal scene. Metal artists tend to favour modern electric guitar shapes that deliver a heavier sound and fast playability. You rarely see vintage models, as these typically have a softer sound compared with modern instruments. You should also consider whether you prefer the clear, cutting sound of active pickups or the rounder, slightly warmer tone of passive pickups.
Below we present some well-known models that hold a particularly high reputation among metal musicians and come especially recommended.
These electric guitar models are most popular with metal artists:
Ibanez RG
The Ibanez RG is a very modern guitar series, appreciated for its lightweight, its fast-playing neck with a shallow radius, and its distinctive look. RG guitars are offered in various pickup configurations; in metal you most commonly see a setup with two active or passive Humbuckers.
Gibson Les Paul
The Gibson Les Paul was Gibson's first solidbody electric guitar and remains very popular today. Among the most sought-after Les Paul models are the classic Gibson Les Paul Standard and the more modern Gibson Les Paul Custom with gold hardware. In metal you mostly see models fitted with Humbuckers.
Gibson SG
The Gibson SG, short for Solidbody Guitar, was originally intended to succeed the Les Paul, but over the years it stepped out of its predecessor's shadow. Today the SG is a mainstay in the metal scene and wins fans with its woody, mid-focused sound. There are numerous different models, including some variants with vibrato.
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Fancy a few more strings?
If six strings aren't enough and you want to expand your tonal range, here are some recommendations for high-end 7- and 8-string guitars for you.
Alternative high-end electric guitars for metal music
Besides the best-known brands, other manufacturers in the high-end sector also produce electric guitars that are perfect for heavy metal tones. These guitars stand out for their high build quality and good value for money. Here you'll find a selection inspired by popular models in the metal scene.
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Discover left-handed high-end electric guitars for metal
Of course we've also thought of left-handers. We've put together a selection of popular electric guitars from the metal world for left-handers.
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