Malibu Music
Tone Ranger Desert Star | Serial no. 1200423
Tone Ranger Desert Star | Serial no. 1200423
Crafted in the heart of Los Angeles, Tone Ranger Guitars exemplify artisanal luthiery and sustainability. Each instrument is meticulously handcrafted from locally sourced reclaimed wood, celebrating the rich history and natural beauty of Southern California. From the smooth resonance of California Redwood to the distinctive grain of Bocote and the deep warmth of Black Walnut, every Tone Ranger Guitar is a testament to superior craftsmanship and environmental stewardship.
Materials
Body wood - Reclaimed old-growth Douglas fir
Neck wood - Urban black walnut
Fretboard wood - Bocote
Headcap wood - Urban black walnut
Fret markers - Turquoise
Side dots - Copper
Frets - Jescar 55090 medium/highest nickel silver
Nut material - Bone
Construction
Weight - 8.4 pounds
Number of frets - 21
Fretboard radius - 12”
Neck profile - Soft V
Scale length - 24.75”
Neck joint - Set neck
Finish - Hand-rubbed Walrus Oil
Headstock logo - Silkscreened
Electronics
Neck pickup - Lollar Regal "low-wind"
Bridge pickup - Lollar Alnico 3 Telecaster
Volume pots - CTS 500k (neck) & 250k (bridge) audio taper w/ treble bleed
Tone pots - CTS 500k (neck) & 250k (bridge) audio taper w/ 15nf & 22nf Orange Drops (respectively)
Switch - Switchcraft 3-way switch
Output jack - Switchcraft jack
Hardware
Finish - Gold
Tuners - Grover Sta-Tite
Bridge - Kluson ashtray w/ gold-plated steel compensated saddles
Tailpiece - String-through
Knobs - Top hats
Pickguard - Decoboom Redtail