Strandberg Boden Paul Masvidal Model - Ergonomic Electric Guitar in Masvidalien Cosmo

BODEN MASVIDALIEN COSMO

6-String Guitar Artist Signature Model Boden Boden Metal Bolt-on Chambered Ebony Fanned frets Fixed Swamp Ash

SKU: BD6CT-17L-E-V-BB

Paul challenged us to come up with a guitar that sounded better than anything else he had played, and this goal was achieved by a single EMG 57 bridge pickup and an active EMG VMC tone control which provide a broad array of great sounds while retaining a minimalistic look that Paul sought.

The Boden ‘Masvidalien Cosmo Edition’ features chambered Swamp Ash body with a Maple top for a superbly balanced and punchy sound and an open pore Poplar Burl veneer top for a dramatic and unique finish, roasted Maple neck with Ebony fretboard accented with his trademark Masvidalien inlay across the fretboard.

Minimalistic and otherworldly, a guitar that meets Paul Masvidal’s artistic vision

THE BODEN METAL 'MASVIDALIEN COSMO EDITION

WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL?

Paul challenged us to come up with a guitar that sounded better than anything else he had played, and this goal was achieved by a single EMG 57 bridge pickup and an active EMG VMC tone control which provide a broad array of great sounds while retaining a minimalistic look that Paul sought.

WHAT DOES IT DO?

The Boden ‘Masvidalien Cosmo Edition’ features chambered Swamp Ash body with a Maple top for a superbly balanced and punchy sound and an open pore Poplar Burl veneer top for a dramatic and unique finish, roasted Maple neck with Ebony fretboard accented with his trademark Masvidalien inlay across the fretboard.

“When I first started conversations with Ola about the guitar, words such as ‘effortless’, ‘ease’, ‘elegance’, and ‘versatility’ came to mind. Not only was this captured with the instrument, but it was also taken further. The finished product managed to strike a rare alchemy, where everything from the way it sounds, feels, and appears fell seamlessly into place: the guitar both expresses and is itself an expression.”

— Paul Masvidal

WHO IS IT FOR?

A founding member of Cynic, Paul Masvidal has shaped modern progressive music since the early/mid 90s. The Masvidalien Cosmo model is the second signature model for Paul, and an evolution for both parties, pushing the boundaries of music and guitar making.

The Masvidalien Cosmo i an incredibly versatile instrument for many other musical genres besides prog or metal, despite having a single pickup. Consider it for its minimalism and otherworldly elegance.

RODUCT DESCRIPTION

A founding member of Cynic, Paul Masvidal has shaped modern progressive music since the early/mid 90s. The Masvidalien Cosmo model is the second signature model for Paul, and an evolution for both parties, pushing the boundaries of music and guitar making. Says Paul:

“Strandberg breaks new ground yet again. Kabir, the 15th century Indian mystic poet said, ‘Wherever you are is the entry point’, and the Masvidalien Cosmo captures this spirit as an instrument.” “When I first started conversations with Ola about the guitar, words such as ‘effortless’, ‘ease’, ‘elegance’, and ‘versatility’ came to mind. Not only was this captured with the instrument, but it was also taken further. The finished product managed to strike a rare alchemy, where everything from the way it sounds, feels, and appears fell seamlessly into place: the guitar both expresses and is itself an expression.” “Strandberg is in a league of its own, holding the greatness of progressive design at its heart. Ola’s work benefits the present by not being bound to it. It’s truly an honor to be working with a visionary company like Strandberg.”

MEASUREMENTS

Width: 315 mm/12,4”

Length: 800 mm/31,5”

Thickness: 42 mm/1.65″

Long Scale: 25.5”

Short Scale: 25”

String spread at nut: 35 mm/1,38”

String spacing at bridge: 10.5 mm/.41″

Neutral fret: 0

GENERAL

Bolt-On Construction

Chambered Body with Arm, Torso and Heel Carves

Space Burst Poplar Burl Veneer over Solid Maple Top

Swamp Ash Body

Black Space Burst Satin Polyurethane Finish

Approximate Weight 2,4 kg / 5,3 lbs +/- 10%

Manufactured in Indonesia

HARDWARE

.strandberg* EGS Series 5 bridge & string locks

Black Anodized Hardware

Original Luminlay™ Green Side Dots

Original Luminlay™ Green Inlays

NECK & FRETS

Roasted Maple Neck, Carbon Fiber reinforced

EndurNeck™ Profile

Ebony Fretboard

Masvidalien Signature Inlay

20″ Fretboard Radius

24 Frets

Jescar 51100 Stainless Steel Fretwire (57110 for zero-fret)

D’Addario NYXL 10-46 strings

Standard tuning EADGBE

ACCESSORIES

Standard Lightweight Gig Bag included

Allen Key Kit included

Collapsible guitar stand optional

Strap optional

Deluxe Toolkit optional

SONIC PROFILE

H – Pickup Configuration

Bridge: EMG 57

2-Way Voice Selector

VMC active tone disengaged

VMC active tone engaged

Master Volume

Master Tone

ANATOMY OF A STRANDBERG

There are many design elements and factors that comprise a .strandberg* guitar. Each aspect - from the materials and components used to the ergonomic design features - has been carefully thought out and implemented to produce a guitar that is light weight, easy to play and has a big woody organic sound. Explore these different aspects that set a .strandberg* guitar apart from the rest.

HEADLESS

By removing weight from the headstock, your guitar can be made very light and yet balanced. You can play with greater comfort for longer.

VERSATILE BODY SHAPE

The body shape provides multiple seated playing positions for maximum comfort and versatility.

SCALE LENGTHS ADAPTED TO YOU

A multi-scale design allows your wrist to remain relaxed throughout the range of play. A longer scale length for the heavier strings provide better tone, and shorter in the thinner strings better playability.

PATENTED NECK PROFILE

Our patented EndurNeck™ profile promotes a more correct playing position. The result: you can play longer, faster, better and avoid injury.

SPACE AGE MATERIALS

Our hunt for great tone and low weight led us to using aircraft grade aluminium and carbon fiber for maximum performance.

PROPRIETARY HARDWARE

The custom .strandberg* hardware is a vital contributor to the tone of the instrument. Lightweight aircraft grade aluminium and tight coupling of components ensure that nothing prevents the strings' vibrations from entering the body.