RetroScape Noun (plural RetroScapes) 1. A Landscape or setting filled with a rich history.
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0’s and , electric guitars made in the 196 of just a few “classic” designs on to this culture tion. Hagstrom was no excepti rich with variety and experimenta e of radical guitar 1960’s was delivering a wide rang of innovation and by the early designs to markets worldwide. and switching pes, novel pickup con figurations Featuring asymmetrical body sha er into the guitar erials such as pearloid and glitt systems, and incorporating mat arists throughout captivated the imagination of guit cosmetics, Hagstrom’s designs such player-centric od when Hagstrom pioneered the world. This was also a peri system (inspired s and the H-expander truss rod features as scalloped fingerboard ether these Saab J-35 Draken jet fighter). Tog by the wing construction of the ign, road-worthy ature com bination of daring des traits created Hagstrom’s sign playability. construction, and consummate
Historic Hagstrom models: pic. 1: Impala (1963) pic. 2: H-III (1965)
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d guitars from the consist of authentically recreate Hagstrom’s RetroScape Series ability to these mission is to bring modern play rich landscape of our history. Our be coolness that they ising any of the badass-retro-vi great designs without comprom ent crowd by reaching ts to break away from the curr offer to any guitarist who wan back in time… …rock-n-roll’s formative years…Hagstrom’s RetroScape.
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Condor&Impala
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Tobacco Sunburst
Brown Burst
Cherry Sunburst
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Hagstrom introduced the Impala and Condor models in 1963, and the instruments quickly found their way into the hands of many professional and aspiring musicians throughout the world. This was a period of great experimentation and innovation in electric guitar design. With their futuristic body shapes and unique assortment of tone-shaping options, the Impala and Condor stood out and became integral in creating great music and inspiring amazing artists. They have become highly sought after as collectibles, and vintage instruments still find their way onto stages
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array maintains the Finally, an improved switching s while incorporating look and function of the original nomic slide switches. modern, dependable, and ergo
have been spent to reproduce the essence of the original pickups used in the Impala and Condor. The hard work has paid off with Hagstrom’s AlNiCo 5 “Retro-S” pickups, which expertly recreate the essence of the ‘60s sound and, at the same time, keep the door open for more modern sonic possibilities.
RetroScape Condor Material
Mahogany
Style
Asymmetric Double Cutaway
Joint
Set Neck
Material
Mahogany
Truss Rod
H-Expander™
Material
Resinator™
Radius
15“
Inlays
6 mm Pearl Dot
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Scale Length
24.75“ (628 mm)
Nut
GraphTech Black Tusq XL
Nut Width
43 mm
Pickups
3 x Hagstrom AlNiCo-5 Retro-S
Pickup Selection
Neck PU (On/Off) Middle PU (On/Off) Bridge PU (On/Off) Master Tone (On/Off) Mute (On/Off) Top (Bass Cut) (On/Off)
Controls
1 x Volume with R/C Tone Circuit
Bridge
Long Travel T-O-M Roller Bridge
Tailpiece
Hagstrom Vintage Tremar
Machine Keys
Hagstrom 15:1 Ratio Die Cast
Strings
D’Addario EXP 110 (10-46)
Optional
Hagstrom Bag
E-20
Colors
Black Gloss (BLK), Tobacco Sunburst (TSB) Brown Burst (BRB), Cherry Sunburst (CSB)
Body Neck
Finberboard/Nut
Electronics
Parts
Condor Condor in Black Gloss (BLK)
Condor in Brown Burst (BRB)
Condor in Cherry Sunburst (CSB)
5 RetroScape Impala Body Neck
Finberboard/Nut
Impala in Tobacco Sunburst (TSB)
Impala in Cherry Sunburst (CSB)
Impala in Black Gloss (BLK)
Electronics
Parts
Impala
Material
Mahogany
Style
Asymmetric Double Cutaway
Joint
Set Neck
Material
Mahogany
Truss Rod
H-Expander™
Material
Resinator™
Radius
15“
Inlays
6 mm Pearl Dot
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Scale Length
24.75“ (628 mm)
Nut
GraphTech Black Tusq XL
Nut Width
43 mm
Pickups
2 x Hagstrom AlNiCo-5 Retro-S
Pickup Selection
Neck Pickup (On/Off) Neck Tone (On/Off) Bridge Pickup (On/Off) Bridge Tone (On/Off) Mute (On/Off) Top (Bass Cut) (On/Off)
Controls
1 x Volume with R/C Tone Circuit
Bridge
Long Travel T-O-M Roller Bridge
Tailpiece
Hagstrom Vintage Tremar
Machine Keys
Hagstrom 15:1 Ratio Die Cast
Strings
D’Addario EXP 110 (10-46)
Optional
Hagstrom Bag
E-20
Colors
Black Gloss (BLK), Tobacco Sunburst (TSB), Brown Burst (BRB), Cherry Sunburst (CSB)
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H-II
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The H-II and H-III were introduced in
1965, so 2015 marks the 50th anniver-
sary of these iconic guitars. Known for their quirky switches and easy playability, they quickly achieved wide popularity. Favorites among punk and grunge
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bands looking for a hard-rocking indivibeen showing up in the hands of artists such as Aaron North (The Icarus Line, Nine Inch Nails) for years. Many people have been asking for these classics to be re-issued, and we at
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Hagstrom are happy to comply with lovingly recreated and updated versions of these great classics.
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Black Gloss
White Gloss
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RetroScape H-III Material
American Alder
Style
Double Cutaway
Joint
Bolt On
Material
Canadian Hard Maple
Truss Rod
H-Expander™
Material
Resinator™
Radius
15“
Inlays
6 mm Pearl Dot
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Scale Length
24.75“ (628 mm)
Nut
GraphTech Black Tusq XL
Nut Width
43 mm
Pickups
3 x Hagstrom Ceramic C-Spin
Pickup Selection
Neck PU (On/Off) Middle PU (On/Off) Bridge PU (On/Off) Master Tone (On/Off) Mute (On/Off) Top (Bass Cut) (On/Off)
Controls
1 x Volume with R/C Tone Circuit Kill Switch on Upper Horn
Bridge
Long Travel T-O-M Roller Bridge
Tailpiece
Hagstrom Vintage Tremar
Machine Keys
Hagstrom 15:1 Ratio Die Cast
Strings
D’Addario EXP 110 (10-46)
Optional
Hagstrom Bag
E-20
Colors
Black Gloss (BLK), White Gloss (WHT) 3 Tone Sunburst (3SB), Aged Sky Blue (ABE)
Body Neck
Finberboard/Nut
Electronics
Parts
H-III
H-III in Black Gloss (BLK)
H-III in Aged Sky Blue (ABE)
RetroScape H-II Body Neck
Finberboard/Nut
H-II in 3 Tone Sunburst (3SB)
H-II in White Gloss (WHT)
Electronics
Parts
H-II
Material
American Alder
Style
Double Cutaway
Joint
Bolt On
Material
Canadian Hard Maple
Truss Rod
H-Expander™
Material
Resinator™
Radius
15“
Inlays
6 mm Pearl Dot
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Scale Length
24.75“ (628 mm)
Nut
GraphTech Black Tusq XL
Nut Width
43 mm
Pickups
2 x Hagstrom Ceramic C-Spin
Pickup Selection
Neck PU (On/Off) Bridge PU (On/Off) Master Tone (On/Off) Mute (On/Off)
Controls
1 x Volume with R/C Tone Circuit Kill Switch on Upper Horn
Bridge
Long Travel T-O-M Roller Bridge
Tailpiece
Hagstrom Vintage Tremar
Machine Keys
Hagstrom 15:1 Ratio Die Cast
Strings
D’Addario EXP 110 (10-46)
Optional
Hagstrom Bag
E-20
Colors
Black Gloss (BLK), White Gloss (WHT) 3 Tone Sunburst (3SB), Aged Sky Blue (ABE)
RetroScape Control Layout RetroScape Condor (from r. to l.) Neck Pickup (On-Off) Middle Pickup (On-Off) Bridge Pickup (On-Off) Master Tone (On- Off) Mute (On-Off) Top: Bass Cut (On-Off)
RetroScape H-II (from r. to l.) Neck Pickup (On-Off) Bridge Pickup (On-Off) Master Tone (On- Off) Mute (On-Off) Additional Master ‚On-Off‘ (Kill Switch) on upper horn
Description of RetroScape controls: Mute: Pickup gain and high frequency tone reduction in the lower position. Top: A cut in the bass frequency range. In the lower position, the pickups express their true full tone. Kill Switch on H Models: Master Signal On/Off (upper Horn position)
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Concept: Thomas Türling, Krause & Krause | Text: John Shand | Product Images: Martin Kreutter | Artist Images: Torsten Amlung | Layout, Artwork, Retouching, Composings: www.krause-krause.de
RetroScape H-III (from r. to l.) Neck Pickup (On-Off) Middle Pickup (On-Off) Bridge Pickup (On-Off) Master Tone (On- Off) Mute (On-Off) Top (Bass Cut) On/Off Additional Master ‚On-Off‘ (Kill Switch) on upper horn
Considerable care has been taken in compiling the contents of this catalogue. Nevertheless, we bear no liability for printing errors, literal mistakes and possible colour variations regarding the products pictured in this catalogue. We encourage you to visit an appointed Hagstrom Guitars dealer to experience the actual aesthetics of our fine instruments. Please find your nearest dealer at www.hagstromguitars.eu. As a continuing policy of product improvement at Hagstrom Guitars, the design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Printed in Germany
RetroScape Impala (from r. to l.) Neck Pickup (On-Off) Neck Tone (On- Off) Bridge Pickup (On-Off) Bridge Tone (On-Off) Mute (On-Off) Top: Bass Cut (On-Off)