Reviving Memories of the Past: Kramer's Innovative Volante Guitar Driven by 1980s Shredder Epoch's Influence
Electrify Your Play with Kramer's Revolutionary Volante Superstrat-Style Electric Guitars
Kramer is shaking up the electric guitar scene with their innovative Volante collection, designed to meld the past and present in a powerful symphony of sound. Leveraging their heritage of crafting instruments for effortless play, Kramer aims to cater to the needs of today's players by forging a brand-new path in the world of electric guitars.
Inspired by Kramer's storied past but built for the future, the Volante series dares to surpass mere nostalgia and redefine Kramer as the go-to brand for high-performance guitarists.
A Soaring Experience: Speedy and Smooth Shredding
Crafted with exhilaration in mind, the Volante is built for lightning-fast and smooth shredding, mirroring the Italian word for "flying." With four new models on offer, Kramer promises to captivate players with its seamless fusion of vintage and contemporary elements.
Lightweight Design and Cutting-Edge Comfort
The Volante series boasts lightweight alder bodies and thermally aged three-piece maple necks outfitted with a compound radius. Each guitar features the distinctive Elliptical C-profile neck shape and benefits from an ergonomic forearm and body carve for unparalleled comfort.
Premium Craftsmanship and Authentic Sound
The Volante range offers two distinct categories: the luxurious Quilt models, adorned with AAAA quilted maple tops, and the standard models. Each model showcases the latest in Kramer's innovation, with state-of-the-art features like the five-bolt heels, KeyLock system for stable tuning, and maximum vibration.
The Electrifying Tone of the Volante
On the sonic front, HS models boast Triton pickups made in the USA by the Gibson Pickup Shop, while the humbuckers are Neptune models that have been around for some time. These pickups deliver dynamic, hard rock-infused tones, primed to elevate your playing experience.
A Blast from the Past, A Look to the Future
Kramer's continued embrace of vintage aesthetics is evident in the wide array of eye-catching colorways available for the Volante series, including throwback hues such as Ultramarine, Ultraviolet, Magenta, Aqua Bursts, as well as Intruder Black, Defender Red, Angel White, and Triburst.
As with Kramer's Custom Graphics releases, the brand continues to launch throwback guitars, even adding a "vault find" from the '80s to an extensive range overhaul. The Volante is a more contemporary build but offers a welcome nod to Kramer's storied history.
Competing in a Crowded Landscape
The electric guitar market is a highly competitive arena, with the Fender family's Charvel and EVH series occupying a prominent position. However, the Volante's bold repositioning should help Kramer carve out a more defined niche and compete more effectively in this ever-evolving market.
Embracing the Future with Confidence
With the Volante, Kramer sends a strong message that they're not content to rest on their laurels. Inspired by their past successes but focused on new ventures, they're ready for players who demand speed, performance, and excellence.
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- Kramer's Volante series, with its lightning-fast and smooth design, seeks to emulate the thrill of flying, echoing the Italian word for 'flying'.
- The Volante series incorporates lightweight alder bodies and thermally aged three-piece maple necks, ensuring a comfortable playing experience through an ergonomic design.
- The Triton pickups, made in the USA by the Gibson Pickup Shop, featured in the HS models of the Volante range deliver dynamic, hard rock-inspired tones to enhance your playing experience.
- As Kramer's contemporary build, the Volante still pays homage to its past with a colorful array of throwback hues, such as Ultramarine, Ultraviolet, and Magenta.
- In the competitive electric guitar market, where Fender's Charvel and EVH series hold prominent positions, the Volante's bold repositioning ought to help Kramer establish a more defined niche and compete more effectively in this ever-evolving market.
