Music Man / Jason Richardson Cutlass HT 6-string Water Temple [05]

Jason Richardson Cutlass HT

Jason Richardson is one of the most talked-about figures in the new generation of the guitar scene.
Having turned down admission to Berklee College of Music to start a band and having explored metal for many years, this is the ultimate metal instrument he has chosen.

The body features a back-eye birch top and an alder back, emblematic of his style.
The neck is made of roasted maple, and the fingerboard is ebony.

As an avid gamer, he requested that this model’s color scheme be inspired by a certain famous video game title! The burl top features striking contrast, giving it a cool, edgy look.
The neck also features intense flame, making this a guitar that’s a pleasure to look at from every angle.

In terms of playability, the special cutaway is shaped so that the right horn of the guitar doesn’t hit the back of your left hand, and the thin, easy-to-play neck with an oil finish is sure to be popular not only with technical players but with all kinds of 7-string users.
Furthermore, the tremolo system is exceptional—not only does it offer an incredibly wide range of movement, but its action is incredibly smooth and stable.
Even when using techniques like the "arm-down" or "cricket" style extensively, as he does, the tuning never goes out of tune.
The Schaller locking tuners not only make string changes incredibly easy but are also robust and durable, providing a sense of security.

In terms of sound, the custom pickups—manufactured using Music Man’s proprietary HT (Heat Treated) technology—and the alder body ensure the bass isn’t too heavy or too tight, striking just the right balance.
Rather than a sound specialized for metal, this guitar delivers above-average performance across the board, making it a versatile instrument capable of covering all genres!
S/N: S13758
Weight: 3.24 kg
JAN Code: 0749699130574
Accessories: MONO semi-hard case, tremolo arm

[Product Specifications]
Body Finish: High-gloss polyester
Bridge:
6-strings - Custom Music Man® floating tremolo, made of black, hardened steel with black steel saddles
7-strings - Custom 7-string Music Man® floating tremolo, made of black-plated, hardened steel with black-plated steel saddles
Scale Length: 25-1/2" (64.8 cm)
Neck Radius: 15" (38.1 cm)
Frets: 24 - Medium Jumbo profile, Stainless Steel
Neck Width:
6-strings - 1-11/16" (43.00 mm) at nut; 2-1/4" (56.9 mm) at last fret
7-strings - 1-7/8" (47.6 mm) at nut; 2-19/32" (65.9 mm) at last fret
Neck Wood: Figured roasted maple
Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Tuning Machines: Schaller M6-IND locking
Truss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Attachment: 5-bolt, sculpted neck joint
Electronic Shielding: Graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
Controls:
Custom Music ManR active preamp with Silent Circuit
25kΩ push/push volume potentiometer for gain boost
500kΩ push/push tone pot for pickup coil splitting - 0.022μF tone capacitor
3-way pickup selector switch
Pickups:
6-string - HH - Music Man HT Custom humbucking pickups, ceramic magnets
7-string - HH - Music Man Custom 7-string humbucking pickups, ceramic magnets
Strings:
6-string - 10p-13p-17p-26-36-46 (RPS 10 Slinkys #2240)
7-strings - 10p-13p-17p-26-36-46-56 (RPS 10 Slinkys #2240 with added P01156)