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Spanish Luthiery Hits the Monaco Grand Prix Circuit.
Alejandro Ramirez spent decades mastering classical Spanish guitar construction before deciding those traditional techniques deserved a Formula One upgrade. Since 2005, his o3 Custom Guitars have been pushing boundaries with organic curves and modern aesthetics that make conventional electric guitar shapes look positively medieval by comparison.
This Mercedes AMG-F1 themed Hydrogen represents exclusivity at its most literal - Ramirez builds exactly one F1 edition annually, making this the automotive equivalent of guitar collecting. That high-gloss finish channels the same precision engineering that propels Lewis Hamilton around racetracks at 200mph, while the smooth curves and comfortable bevels prove that aerodynamic principles translate beautifully to musical instruments.
But here's where serious players will appreciate Ramirez's approach: this isn't some high-gain flame thrower designed solely for metal mayhem. Those Harry Häussel "Classic" humbuckers deliver powerful yet refined voice with snarling midrange growl, huge low-end response, and defined highs that work across multiple musical styles. Think sophisticated versatility rather than one-trick sonic pony.
That Honduras mahogany body and three-piece neck construction creates tonal foundations warm enough for jazz yet articulate enough for rock, while the curly ebony fingerboard with signature "H" inlay provides silky-smooth navigation across all 24 EVO Gold frets. The deep-set neck joint approaches neck-through sustain while maintaining the practical advantages of bolt-on construction.
Carbon fiber reinforcements eliminate dead spots, while that zero fret with bone nut ensures consistent response across all positions. The push/push tone control splits those humbuckers for single-coil versatility, doubling your tonal options without cluttering the elegant control layout.
Magnetic back plates and truss rod covers represent the kind of thoughtful details that separate boutique instruments from factory production. This represents Spanish tradition accelerated through modern innovation - craftsmanship that could win championships on any stage.
Features:
1-piece Honduras Mahogany Body
3-piece Honduras Mahogany Neck
Curly Ebony Fingerboard w/ “H” Inlay
Deep Set Neck Construction (similar to neck-through)
Carbon Fiber neck reinforcements
Bone Nut with Zero Fret
25.5” Scale
12” Radius
24 x EVO Gold Frets
Master Volume
Master Tone (Push/Push for split coil)
3-way Pickup Selector
Harry Häussel “Classic” Humbucker Set
Black Hardware
Hipshot Fixed Bridge
Gotoh 510 Locking Tuners
Schaller Strap Locks
Mercedes F1 Theme High Gloss Finish
Magnetic Back Plate and Truss Rod Covers
