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| August 20, 2024 |

New Models, Upgrades, and Finishes From Kramer, Including the All-New Kramer 84—A Legend Reborn for its 40th Birthday

Unleash superior tone with an array of state-of-the-art shred machines

This is not a test! Coming in hot from Kramer is a smörgåsbord of new models, upgrades, and finishes that are all guaranteed to melt faces, including the iconic 84—now even closer to the 1980s originals—the all-new Pacer Carrera, and the upgraded Jersey Star, Nite-V, and Assault Figured.

From new Kramer USA and Seymour Duncan® humbuckers™ to premium Floyd Rose® hardware, these mean machines are made to rock harder than ever. Read on for the full rundown.

The all-new Kramer 84: Updated features and exclusive finishes

The Kramer 84 pays tribute to the golden age of shred and recreates one of the most influential electric guitars of all time. Now, it’s even closer to the 1980s originals thanks to a headstock stinger, a locking nut that’s rear-mounted just like they were back in the day, and a new direct-to-body Kramer USA Eruption T humbucker™ with all the output you need and tone for days. There’s also a Floyd Rose® 1000 Series vibrato for rock-solid tuning stability during even the most aggressive passages of play.

The array of finishes includes Intruder Black Satin, Eruption Red Satin, Angel White Satin, and the exclusive trio of Red Bullseye, Atlas Green Satin, and Bumblebee Yellow Satin, which are available only from Kramerguitars.com and the Gibson Garage. Each guitar also comes with a premium gig bag, ensuring your instrument stays protected as you take your music to new heights.

Image: Angel White Satin paired with a maple fingerboard is a pristine combination

The Kramer Nite-V: The ultimate shredder’s V

Since its debut in 2008, the Kramer Nite-V has become a favorite among prominent metal musicians, such as Charlie Parra, Prika Amaral of Nervosa, and The Jasons. This guitar is celebrated as the ultimate shredder’s V, known for its distinctive body carve that offers exceptional comfort when playing while standing.

The latest version of the Nite-V is equipped with impressive features, including a mahogany body with string-through-body construction, a 14-degree angled headstock, and locking tuners. It also boasts a Graph Tech® nut, a thermally aged maple neck with a K-Speed SlimTaper C-shaped profile, a bound ebony fretboard adorned with Thorn inlays and jumbo frets, and a pair of USA-made Eruption pickups. A premium gig bag is also included.

Image: The Kramer Nite-V in Royal Blue Metallic

The Pacer Carrera: Strap in for speed and racecar-inspired looks

There’s nothing quite like the combination of fast cars and fast guitars to capture the spirit of rock ’n’ roll. With that in mind, Kramer created the Pacer Carrera, a high-performance tone machine equipped with Seymour Duncan® pickups and a shred-ready ebony fretboard. This guitar comes in your choice of an Ebony or a bold Defender Red gloss finish, both inspired by the speed and power of the fastest cars on the road.

The Pacer Carrera features a satin-finished maple neck with a Slim profile, offering unparalleled control and comfort as you navigate every riff and solo. The hot-rodded Seymour Duncan SH-2N neck and JB™ bridge pickups are renowned for delivering plenty of horsepower and a wide range of tones. Paired with a genuine Floyd Rose 1000 Series vibrato and an R2 Locking Nut, this guitar is built for speed and aggression. It also comes with a premium gig bag, making it the perfect companion for those who are ready to play fast and mean.

Image: Defender Red and Seymour Duncan pickups for your shredding pleasure

The Kramer Assault Figured: Stylish and ready to melt faces

Originally introduced as the Kramer Custom in 2000, the Kramer Assault quickly became a favorite among hard rock and metal players looking for a lighter, sleeker alternative to the classic Les Paul™. This modern single-cutaway guitar has evolved over the years, and the latest update features a three-piece thermally aged maple neck with a satin-finished back, K-Speed SlimTaper C profile, and a 25.5” scale length. The ebony fretboard is outfitted with 24 jumbo frets and adorned with classic Kramer Diamond Eye inlays, adding both style and playability.

The Assault’s mahogany body is topped with a stunning AAA flame maple veneer and houses a pair of Kramer USA Eruption humbucker pickups, delivering a powerful tone with plenty of attitude. The pickups are wired to individual volume controls and a master tone control, all utilizing CTS® potentiometers. This model comes equipped with a Floyd Rose 1000 Series vibrato and an R2 locking nut, allowing you to perform dive-bombs with ease. It’s also available in two exclusive finishes.

A premium gig bag is included, ensuring your guitar stays safe as you head out to dominate your next gig.

Image: Kramer Assault Figured in Magenta Perimeter

The Kramer Jersey Star: For players who want more

The Kramer Jersey Star is crafted for players who demand more—more power, more speed, and an undeniable Kramer edge. A standout in Kramer’s Original Collection, the Jersey Star first hit the scene in the 1980s and quickly rose to popularity. This modern iteration features eye-catching gold hardware, a sleek three-piece maple neck with a satin finish, and an elliptical C profile that delivers both speed and comfort. The guitar’s 25.5” scale length, along with its maple fretboard outfitted with 22 jumbo frets and laser-cut mother-of-pearl star inlays, enhances both its playability and visual appeal.

Image: The Kramer Jersey Star in Black Pearl

The Jersey Star’s alder body is also decked out with a mother-of-pearl star inlay, perfectly complementing the trio of Kramer USA Neptune humbuckers. These pickups, controlled by a master volume, a five-way selector switch, and individual coil tap mini switches for the bridge and middle pickups, offer a versatile range of tones.

The signature “pointy” Kramer headstock, again featuring a mother-of-pearl star inlay, is equipped with a Floyd Rose R2 locking nut and a Floyd Rose 1000 Series vibrato, ensuring your tuning stays locked in—no matter how aggressively you play. To top it all off, a premium gig bag is included, keeping your Jersey Star protected on every journey.

Take the plunge and revolutionize your sound with the refreshed Kramer lineup.