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Sterling By Music Man Mariposa Electric Guitar - Dorado Green

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Nyatoh Body, Roasted Maple Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Dorado Green
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This Axe Belongs in Every Guitarist’s Arsenal

Wielding a Sterling Mariposa on the stage or in the studio will make you sound – and look – in charge of your performance. With its aesthetic build and collection of professional appointments, the Mariposa delivers a quality mid-low to mid-high output that’s sure to please on all fronts. Its vintage tremolo and high-quality locking tuners let you create a classic guitar warble without sacrificing your tuning, a helpful feature for many guitarists at Sweetwater. If you’re interested in remarkably sweet guitar tones that won’t break the bank, considering a Mariposa from Sterling is a step in the right direction.

Bathed in beauty

Sterling by Music Man’s Mariposa is an eye-catcher from head-to-toe. The guitar’s offset body was delivered in tandem with Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, guitarist of At the Drive-In and The Mars Volta. With a roasted maple neck unique body style, this guitar amounts to a comfortable axe with all the finest appointments. Even the Mariposa’s nuanced additions like its white pearloid block inlays and white pickguard blend perfectly with the look of this renowned instrument. Take our word for it: if you’re looking for a guitar that looks as well as it plays, Sterling’s Mariposa is a no-hesitation choice.

Versatile pickup construction

In addition to its good looks, the Mariposa hosts dual custom humbuckers that provide immediate string response with an emphasis on midrange frequencies. Thrown into this mix are a 3-way pickup selector and two volume pots, allowing you to create the perfect tonal match for any performance or recording session. Throw in a couple waves with a vintage tremolo bridge, and you’ll be able to create uniquely satisfying riffs with complete ease, courtesy of Sterling’s pickup design.

Sterling by Music Man: accessible, affordable classic-inspired instruments

Sterling by Music Man strives to bring player-favorite Ernie Ball Music Man instruments to the table at a convenient price point. To add to the pot, Sterling also mixes in a collection of different colors, tones, and controls, allowing you to find your own unique voice. With careful consideration and strict specifications, each Sterling instrument is designed by state-of-the-art engineers and constructed to guarantee Music Man quality. Sweetwater musicians undoubtedly love the classics, and thanks to Sterling by Music Man, a collection of renowned Ernie Ball models is available to a broader range of hands.

Sterling By Music Man Mariposa Electric Guitar Features:

  • Sterling by Music Man’s budget-friendly twist on the classic Mariposa design
  • Nyatoh, roasted maple, and rosewood construction provides sufficient vibration transfer and a reliable structure
  • Dual custom humbuckers provide a detailed low-mid to high-mid output with the perfect amount of bass and treble tones
  • Vintage tremolo bridge delivers easy bends without sacrificing intonation
  • 22 narrow-size frets and cutaway shape allow for seamless movement across the entire fretboard
  • 3-way toggle selector and volume knobs for each pickup provide enough range to experiment with a wealth of tonal possibilities
  • Locking tuning machines and attractive hardware compliment the Mariposa’s stylish body design while holding intonation to a T

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape Mariposa
  • Body Material Nyatoh
  • Body Finish Gloss
  • Color Dorado Green
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Roasted Maple
  • Neck Shape Mariposa
  • Neck Joint 5-way Bolt-on
  • Radius 12"
  • Fingerboard Material Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay White Pearloid Blocks
  • Number of Frets 22
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.650"
  • Nut Material Polyphenylene Sulfide
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Vintage Tremolo
  • Tuners Locking
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Sterling by Music Man Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup Sterling by Music Man Humbucker
  • Controls 2 x volume
  • Switching 3-way toggle pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Ernie Ball Slinky, .010-.046
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: ST-MARIPOSA-DGR-R2

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