Charvel Pro-Mod So-Cal Style 1 HH FR M MN Gloss Black

A Modern So-Cal in the "Superstrat" Spirit of the Pro-Mod Line

The Pro-Mod So-Cal Style 1 HH FR M embraces the performance-oriented guitar codes: alder solid body, fast neck, and high-output electronics. Within the Pro-Mod range, it stands as an uncompromising So-Cal, designed to chain technical licks and heavy rhythms while maintaining a very "plug-and-play" ergonomics thanks to accessible controls and stage-ready hardware.

For Which Guitarist and Styles?

This Charvel is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a responsive and stable electric guitar, especially suited for modern rock, hard rock, metal, shred, and all styles alternating tight riffs, palm mutes, and expressive solos. The Floyd Rose 1000 Series is particularly suitable for those who use the tremolo intensively (dives, wide vibratos), while the coil-splitting feature also opens the door to snappier tones for more open rhythmic parts.

Sound Characteristics

The alder body provides an effective balance: firm lows, present mids, and clear highs, ideal for maintaining definition under heavy saturation. The maple neck and fretboard add attack and precision, enhancing the immediate response feel, especially appreciated in fast playing.

Regarding pickups, the Seymour Duncan Distortion TB-6 at the bridge delivers a high output level with a sharp attack and harmonics that are easy to bring out, while the SH-6N neck pickup remains warm and powerful for leads and thicker riffs. The push/pull volume allows coil splitting for thinner, edgier tones. Finally, the no-load tone control behaves like a classic control from 1 to 9, then removes itself from the circuit at position 10 for a more direct signal, perfect for retaining maximum bite and clarity.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain playing balance and tuning stability with the Floyd Rose, favor nickel-plated steel electric string sets in .009-.042 gauge, identical to the original setup.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Fingerboard	Maple
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Floyd
Strings	Steel	Color	Black
Nbr of strings	6

Body	alder	Bridge	Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo (recessed)
Body Finish	gloss	Pickguard	1-ply black
Body Shape	So-Cal Style 1	Pickup Covers	black
Body Style	solid body	Control Knobs	knurled metal, flat top
Headstock	Licensed Fender Stratocaster	Pickup Selector Tip	black
Neck Material	caramelized maple	Hardware Finish	black
Neck Finish	hand-applied satin polyurethane	Tuners	Charvel oil-bath
Neck Shape	Speed Neck with rounded fretboard edges	String Retainer	Floyd Rose locking bar
Neck Construction	bolt-on with graphite reinforcement rods	Tremolo Arm	Floyd Rose 1000 Series Locking
Radius	12" to 16" (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)	Neck Plate	4 numbered screws
Fretboard Material	maple	Strap Buttons	standard
Fretboard Inlays	black dots	Bridge Pickup	Seymour Duncan Distortion TB-6
Number of Frets	22	Neck Pickup	Seymour Duncan Distortion SH-6N
Truss Rod	dual-action with adjustment wheel	Pickup Configuration	HH
Truss Rod Adjustment	wheel at neck heel	Controls	volume (push/pull for coil split), no-load tone
Nut	Floyd Rose 1000 Series Locking	𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝟯-𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲
Nut Width	1.6875" / 42.86 mm	▸ Position 1	bridge pickup
Headstock Nut Material	Floyd Rose 1000 Series Locking	▸ Position 2	inner coils of both pickups
Fret Size	jumbo	▸ Position 3	neck pickup
Scale Length	25.5" / 648 mm (64.77 cm)