Singlecut Electric Guitar with Vintage Warmth and Modern Precision

The Duesenberg Fantom S Tobacco Burst brings together classic single-cut design with a distinctly shorter 625 mm scale length, making this singlecut electric guitar accessible to a wider range of hand sizes while maintaining the iconic tone and sustain expected from premium instruments. Handcrafted in Germany by Duesenberg, this solidbody guitar delivers warm, mellow vintage tone rooted in decades of electric guitar tradition. The Tobacco Burst finish creates a striking visual presence with its transparent brown stain on the neck, sides, and back, while the hand-selected flamed maple top adds depth and character to every angle. Whether you play blues, jazz, classic rock, or contemporary clean and crunch tones, the Fantom S adapts to your musical voice without losing its core vintage character.

Hand-Selected Flamed Maple and Precision Plek Processing

The Fantom S stands out through its meticulous attention to wood selection and fretboard preparation. Each Tobacco Burst model features a hand-selected flamed maple top carved into the solid mahogany body, a rare specification that elevates the visual appeal and tonal response of this singlecut. The Duesenberg Fantom S Tobacco Burst undergoes Plek precision processing, guaranteeing perfectly level frets and a multi-step polishing protocol that makes this guitar play like nothing else in its category—smooth action, effortless bends, and consistent intonation across the entire neck.

Custom Grand Vintage II Alnico II Pickups for Versatile Vintage Tone

At the heart of the Fantom S Tobacco Burst are two custom-made Duesenberg Grand Vintage II Alnico II humbuckers, one in the neck position and one at the bridge. These pickups deliver a pure and warm vintage tone that responds beautifully to both clean and driven amplifier settings. In clean applications, the pickups produce warm, punchy tones with excellent note definition; when pushed through overdrive or distortion, they sing with musical sustain and harmonic richness. The Alnico II construction ensures that the pickups follow your playing dynamics—they clean up when you dial back the volume and bloom with presence when you dig in. This versatility makes the Fantom S equally at home in a blues jam, a jazz studio session, or a rock stage.

Shorter Scale Length for Comfort and Playability

The Duesenberg Fantom S Tobacco Burst features a 625 mm scale length—significantly shorter than the standard 648 mm found on most single-cut designs. This shorter scale makes the guitar more comfortable for players with smaller hands, shorter arm spans, or those who simply prefer a more compact feel without sacrificing the tonal depth and sustain expected from a premium singlecut. The Medium D-shaped neck profile combines with the 305 mm radius rosewood fretboard to create an ergonomic feel that encourages fast, fluid playing across all positions. The unique neck preset volume control, located at the cutaway horn, allows you to pre-set a separate volume for the neck pickup—giving you instant access to a completely different tonal palette when switching between pickups.

Premium Construction and Hardware

• Body: Solid mahogany with hand-selected flamed maple top
• Neck: 1-piece mahogany, set neck construction, Medium D shape
• Fretboard: Indian rosewood with cream binding and Duesenberg Wing inlays, 305 mm radius
• Hardware: Nickel Duesenberg Z-Tuners, Steel Saddle Bridge, Aluminum Wrapper Tailpiece
• Binding: Deluxe 5-ply cream/black on front and back
• Finish: Poly finish with transparent brown on neck, sides, and back (Tobacco Burst models)

Ideal for Blues, Jazz, and Rock Players Seeking Vintage Character

The Duesenberg Fantom S Tobacco Burst is the right choice for intermediate to advanced players who want a singlecut electric guitar rooted in vintage tone but built for modern playability and reliability. Blues musicians appreciate the warm, singing sustain and responsive dynamics; jazz players love the clarity and articulation in clean settings; rock players find the driven tone musical and never mushy, even at high gain. The shorter scale length makes this singlecut particularly appealing to players with smaller hands who have historically struggled to find premium single-cut options. Studio musicians and touring professionals value the Plek-processed fretboard and handcrafted construction for their consistency and road-worthiness. If you're searching for a refined, single-cut guitar that breaks out of the ordinary while honoring the traditions of vintage electric guitar tone, the Fantom S delivers on every front.

German Handcrafted Heritage Since 1986

Duesenberg Guitars was founded in 1986 by German luthier Dieter Gölsdorf, who began with a small workshop dedicated to producing high-quality, handcrafted instruments. The brand's name was inspired by the Duesenberg automobile—a symbol of luxury and fine craftsmanship. Today, Duesenberg instruments are played by world-class artists including Mike Campbell, Johnny Depp, Joe Walsh, and John Mayer, each drawn to the brand's commitment to distinct design, unique tone, and roadworthy construction. The Fantom Series represents Duesenberg's modern evolution: a singlecut that honors vintage aesthetics while embracing contemporary playability and precision manufacturing techniques like Plek processing. Every Fantom S Tobacco Burst is built with the same philosophy that has guided Duesenberg for nearly 40 years—to create excellent instruments for musicians who demand more.