Spira Guitars S400MBL Satin Blue
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An S-400 Designed for Performance and Contemporary Design
With its satin "Satin Blue" finish and technical choices focused on efficiency, the Spira Guitars S400MBL fits within the spirit of modern guitars dedicated to precision: stable luthiery, fast ergonomics, and straightforward electronics. The concept is clear: to offer a high-performance feel, without superfluous features, with a sober and current look that emphasizes playing.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
The S400MBL targets intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a snappy playability and immediate response. Its natural playground: modern metal, hard rock, prog, fusion, and any repertoire requiring sharp attacks, tight palm mutes, and fluid solos. Thanks to its HH configuration and simple controls (1 volume, 1 tone), it also remains relevant for rounder, cleaner sounds, as long as efficiency and touch are prioritized.
The Sound
The combination of a torrefied poplar body and a torrefied Canadian maple neck promotes a quick response and a feeling of stability, with precise attack and well-maintained low register. The Ebony Tech fingerboard, with its smooth feel, enhances definition and helps keep notes clear during fast passages, while adding a "dry" and articulated character appreciated in modern playing.
The Spira Villain humbuckers (ceramic magnet, 12k output) deliver an output level suited for distortion: firm lows, present mids, and sharp highs without losing control. The fixed bridge supports sustain and tuning stability, making the instrument particularly comfortable for alternate tunings and demanding pick rhythms.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Roasted poplar |
| Category | ST | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Blue |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Satin |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Hardware | Black |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | ||
| Finish | satin | Nut | bone |
| Neck | torrefied Canadian maple | Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69", 48 mm / 1.89" at the 7th string |
| Shape | Modern D | Tuners | black, locking |
| Radius | 14" / 355.6 mm | Bridge | fixed |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 647.7 mm | Pickups | HH, Spira Villain, custom made, 12k output, ceramic magnet |
| Number of frets | 24 Jumbo | Controls | 1 Volume, 1 Tone |
| Truss rod | double action | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Spira Guitars S400MBL suitable for modern metal?
The HH configuration with Spira Villain pickups featuring ceramic magnets and a 12k output is designed for high-gain saturation. The lows remain tight and palm-mutes gain precision.
What is the neck profile and radius of this guitar?
The neck is made of torrefied Canadian maple with a Modern D profile. Its 14-inch (355.6 mm) radius and 24 frets favor fast playing and solos.
Can alternative tunings be used with this model?
The fixed bridge provides tuning stability suitable for alternative tunings. Black locking tuners and a bone nut complete this design.
What pickups are installed on the S400MBL?
Two Spira Villain Custom Made humbuckers with ceramic magnets and a 12k output are installed. Controls are limited to one volume and one tone knob, with passive electronics.
What is the finish of the Spira S400MBL Satin Blue?
The guitar features a Satin Blue finish with black hardware. Its body is made of torrefied poplar, while the Ebony Tech fingerboard contributes to a defined and articulate attack.
