Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Checkerboard at a glance:

Along with his band Rancid, American Tim Armstrong is one of the best-known punk guitarists of the recent past. Many Rancid songs are influenced by Armstrong's heavily modified Fender acoustic from the 70s, which served as the basis for the Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Checkerboard. With powerful sound, full stage capability and extensive features, it delivers an absolutely convincing overall package. The compact Concert body with solid spruce top and laminated mahogany body produce a perfectly balanced sound, which can also be amplified to the best thanks to the proven Fishman pickup system. In combination with its elaborate checkerboard design and numerous fancy optical details, the result is an absolutely convincing stage instrument that is made for numerous musical genres such as pop, rock or folk.

Sound of a rock legend

Thanks to its Scalloped-X bracing and a solid top, the Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Checkerboard boasts enhanced vibration characteristics that give it high assertiveness for convincing vocal accompaniment and authentic solo playing. In addition, the laminated mahogany body provides a warm sound with present mids, while the spruce top contributes its characteristically bright tones for optimal tonal balance. The result is a superbly balanced sound that will delight full-blooded musicians.

High playing comfort

With its distinctive "Vintage C" profile, the Tim Armstrong's maple neck feels rich and comfortable in the hand. The combination of a flat 300 mm fingerboard radius and a slightly shortened 643 mm scale length allows even complex chords to come out of the fingers easily and at the same time ensures perfect definition of all strings. At the same time, the narrow nut width of 43 mm provides the ideal conditions for powerful strumming and artful flatpicking, while the walnut bridge with compensated Graph-Tech NuBone inlay guarantees clean intonation.

Stage-ready electronics and hardware

Thanks to the permanently installed Fishman CD pickup system, the Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Checkerboard has full stage readiness. The under-saddle pickup transmits the guitar's sound with natural dynamics and warmth, as well as precise string separation. The preamp in the upper frame allows individual adjustment of volume, bass and treble and also has a precise integrated tuner. The equipment is rounded off by reliable vintage-style tuners that guarantee high tuning stability with the most precise transmission.

Absolute eye-catcher

The outstanding features of the model are complemented by a striking design that crowns the guitar as a visual highlight. Its satin finish with a chic checkerboard design makes it a one-of-a-kind acoustic, while select custom inlays in the form of Hellcat-and-Double-Skulls motifs add the icing on the cake. Thus, the Tim Armstrong Hellcat Checkerboard is an absolute recommendation for fans who are looking for an extraordinary look.