For sale is a "Masterpiece" James Tyler Studio Elite HD Crafted in Japan by the world-renowned Kitahara Gakki in July 2025. This instrument is in absolute New condition, having been played only a handful of times in a smoke-free, climate-controlled home environment. It has always been kept in its hardshell case.
This wonderful guitar in an amazing Candy Ocean Turquoise bridges the gap between vintage soul and modern studio precision, featuring the exact high-speed specifications favored by session legends like Dann Huff.
The Visuals & Condition
Finish: Breathtaking Candy Ocean Turquoise with a matching headstock.
Status: Flawless. Any white spots in the photography are simply light reflections; the finish is 100% mint.
Note: The deep green-turquoise hue has a natural complexity that digital cameras struggle to capture. It is even more stunning in person.
The Technical Specs
Weight: 3.49 kg A perfectly balanced weight for an Alder-bodied Tyler.
Body: Solid Alder for a punchy, mid-forward frequency response.
Neck: Premium Quartersawn Maple with flames, dark high-grade East Indian Rosewood fingerboard.
Profile: Legendary Standard '59 (.845" at 1st / .975" at 12th).
Nut Width: 1 5/8" (41.3mm) The sleek, high-speed nut width.
Radius: 11" (280mm) with Wide/Tall frets.
Electronics & High-Fidelity Hardware
Pickups: Tyler JTS5500 Single Coils (Neck/Mid) paired with the iconic Super Slant Humbucker in the bridge.
Midboost Preamp: Includes the essential Midboost circuit with a bypass switch. This takes the guitar from crystalline Strat chime to thick, saturated lead tones instantly.
Hardware: Ultra-stable G2TS bridge and Hipshot Locking Tuners for perfect tuning stability.
Terms & Logistics
Price: 2,200 CHF.
Payment: TWINT or Bank Payment. No hard cash (Kein Bargeld).
Trades: No trades.
Pickup: Available in Zürich Altstetten (8048). Pickup will take place in the secure hall of the building.
Testing: You are welcome to bring your own headphone amp, or I can provide one for a functional test.