Folks, Swee Lee is now distributing Manson guitars. Some models are already available in store (one bass included), including the Oryx 7-string model you see above. Do keep in mind that these are no entry level instruments, prices are in the boutique brackets. This Oryx lists for $5,199.
Manson guitars have just released the Junior models which are the MA (seen above in neon green)...
... & the Verona (this one is called mustard yellow). Despite being 'junior' in monicker, these guitars feature a standard 25.5" scale length. These instruments are a hit with me as they feature a single humbucker & a blank fretboard. The USD1.7K price would be a deal-breaker for many of us.
When Craig Bellamy took over Manson guitars, many of us thought it's gonna be bent on producing his signature & the derivatives exclusively. You know, that singlecut design that looks like a mutant LP / Tele hybrid. Come 2022, we have this Oryx as a surpsise, really. The brand name moved away from being solely owner-influenced, worked with a prominent endorser & the Oryx was born. I like the simple design & the fact that it comes with reputable pickups - BK's Polymath humbuckers. If there's anything significant about this development, I feel that it's taking on that Chapman / Solar vibes & working towards refinement in time to come. We don't have Manson dealers / distributors here, unfortunately. Teaser :
