Duesenberg
At NAMM 2025, Duesenberg Guitars celebrated the 30th anniversary of their iconic Starplayer model by unveiling a series of innovative instruments that blend classic design with modern enhancements.
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30th Anniversary Checkerboard Limited Edition: To commemorate the Starplayer's 30th anniversary, Duesenberg released a special edition limited to 30 pieces worldwide. This model boasts a striking gold-leaf and black checkerboard finish, the new Diamond Prestige Tremola, and the Flextone+ wiring system. It comes with a custom hardcase and a certificate of authenticity.
Starplayer CBR Series: This new line features a chambered mahogany body paired with a flat maple top, offering a unique tonal response while retaining the celebrated Starplayer aesthetics. The series introduces the Diamond Prestige Tremola with an elegant flat-arm design and the Flextone+ 5-way wiring system. Available finishes include Transparent Black, Tobacco Burst, Catalina Green, Transparent Honey, and Transparent Vintage Orange.
Alliance Series Chris Chaney Bass: Developed in collaboration with bassist Chris Chaney, known for his work with Jane's Addiction and AC/DC, this long-scale bass features a solid alder body, Duesenberg's Grand Duplex pickups, and a custom thin neck profile. It's available in Black, Gold-Sparkle, and a Distressed Black finish limited to 10 pieces per year.
Alliance Series Paul Franklin Lapsteel: In partnership with renowned lap steel guitarist Paul Franklin, Duesenberg introduced a custom lap steel tailored to his specifications. It features an acrylic backprinted fretboard, a capo-delete design, the Multibender system, and a combination of Grand Vintage Humbucker and SingleTwin Noiseless P90 pickups. The instrument comes in a transparent red finish and includes a custom hardcase and certificate of authenticity.
Starplayer TV Velvet Series: This series offers special editions of the Starplayer TV in matte Black Velvet and White Velvet finishes. Equipped with Split/King Duo-Coil pickups, which provide both humbucker and single-coil tones, and adorned with gold hardware, these models blend traditional design with modern features.
Paloma Custom: The Paloma Custom comes with dual Split/King pickups and a Pearlito single-coil, offering a versatile tonal palette. It features solid alder body construction, rosewood fretboard with "Wing" inlays, and gold hardware, emphasizing its premium build.
Paloma Baritone D6: Expanding their baritone guitar lineup, Duesenberg introduced the Paloma Baritone D6 in a deep Black Sparkle finish. It is fitted with the Diamond Deluxe Tremola, providing flexibility uncommon in baritone guitars.
Fantom S Lumina Green: The Fantom S series received a new addition with the Lumina Green model. It features a mahogany body and neck with a maple top, a 24.6" scale length, rosewood fretboard with Wing inlays, and Duesenberg GrandVintage II Alnico 2 pickups. A separate volume control for the neck pickup adds to its versatility.
Julietta Lefthand: Responding to player demand, Duesenberg now offers a left-handed version of the Julietta model. It features a solid alder body with a bolt-on maple neck, Grand Vintage Humbucker and Domino P90 pickups, and comes with a custom line bag.