What is the Charvel San Dimas?

The Charvel San Dimas series of guitars named after an area in California where Charvel first started Business. The San Dimas can be split into 2 styles, an S style, and a T style and is generally considered to be a hot-rodded version of these classic shapes.

What pickups are on the Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 1?

Charvel use Seymour Duncan pickups in the Pro-Mod San Dimas. The bridge unit is a JB and the neck is a '59. These are an excellent choice for high octane riffing and soloing.

Do the USA Select San Dimas guitars have a different body shape to the Pro-Mod guitars?

Yes, they are ever so slightly smaller and slimmer than the Pro-Mod guitars. This is a throwback to the guitars of the mid 80s which were in fact a little smaller than the usual S and T-type guitars.

Where are Charvel San Dimas guitars made?

Mexico, unless otherwise stated most Charvel San Dimas guitars are made alongside Fender guitars in Mexico. Custom Shop San Dimas guitars are made in the Fender Custom Shop in California USA.

What wood are the Pro-Mod San Dimas bodies made of?

The Pro-Mod San Dimas bodies are made from Alder, a strong and stable wood that is very often used in guitar building. Models with 'QM' in the title code use a real slice of Quilted Maple for the top. The only exception is the Natural finish guitars which are made with Ash.