SPIRA S-400 MBL Electric Guitar – Satin Blue

The SPIRA S-400 is built for players who like their guitars fast, powerful and uncomplicated. With a roasted maple neck, 24 jumbo frets, locking tuners, fixed bridge and a pair of high-output Spira Villain humbuckers, it's a modern electric designed with rock, metal and heavier styles firmly in mind.

Finished in MBL Satin Blue with contrasting black hardware, the S-400 has a clean, modern look that suits its performance-focused design. The contoured double-cutaway body provides easy access to all 24 frets, while the Modern D neck profile and flat 14" fingerboard radius give it the kind of feel that immediately makes sense for fast rhythm work, big bends and technical lead playing.

For the money, there's a surprising amount of guitar here.

Spira Villain High-Output Humbuckers

At the heart of the S-400 is a pair of Spira Villain custom humbuckers.

Using ceramic magnets and approximately 12k output, they're designed to remain powerful and articulate as the gain goes up. Chords retain definition, palm-muted riffs have plenty of attack and lead sounds cut through without becoming muddy.

The straightforward HH configuration is paired with Master Volume and Tone controls, keeping the layout simple and putting the focus on playing.

If your sound revolves around distortion, high gain and tight rhythm tones, the S-400 feels very much at home.

Roasted Maple Neck & 24-Fret Playability

The Canadian roasted maple neck is one of the standout features of the S-400.

Its Modern D profile is paired with a 14" radius Hi-Grade Ebony Tech fingerboard and 24 jumbo frets, creating a fast, modern playing surface with plenty of room for bends and technical playing.

The 25.5" scale length provides a firm, responsive string feel that works particularly well for tight riffing and players experimenting with lower tunings.

Fixed Bridge & Locking Tuners

The S-400 keeps its hardware deliberately straightforward.

A fixed bridge provides a stable platform for tuning and intonation without the additional setup and maintenance associated with a locking tremolo system.

Factory-fitted locking tuners make string changes quicker and provide dependable tuning performance, making the S-400 a practical guitar for rehearsals, recording and live use.

Key Features

• Modern double-cutaway electric guitar

• MBL Satin Blue finish

• Roasted poplar body

• Canadian roasted maple neck

• Modern D neck profile

• Hi-Grade Ebony Tech fingerboard

• 14" fingerboard radius

• 25.5" scale length

• 43mm artificial bone nut

• 24 jumbo frets

• Double-action truss rod

• Spira Villain custom humbuckers

• Ceramic magnets with approximately 12k output

• HH pickup configuration

• Master Volume and Master Tone controls

• Fixed bridge

• Black locking tuners

• Black hardware

• Satin finish

Who Is the SPIRA S-400 For?

The S-400 makes the most sense for players who spend their time at the heavier end of the guitar world.

Metal, modern rock, prog, alternative and high-gain players will appreciate the combination of ceramic humbuckers, 24 jumbo frets, flat fingerboard radius and fixed bridge.

It's also a particularly interesting option for someone looking for their first dedicated modern metal guitar. Locking tuners, high-output pickups and modern playability are already part of the package rather than upgrades you'll need to consider later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SPIRA S-400 designed for metal?

That's certainly where its specifications make the most sense. The high-output ceramic Villain humbuckers, 24 jumbo frets, 14" fingerboard radius and fixed bridge are all well suited to metal, hard rock, prog and other high-gain styles.

What are Spira Villain pickups?

The S-400 uses Spira's custom Villain humbuckers with ceramic magnets and approximately 12k output. They're designed to provide plenty of output while retaining clarity and definition under higher levels of gain.

Does the SPIRA S-400 have locking tuners?

Yes. Black locking machine heads are fitted as standard, providing convenient string changes and dependable tuning performance.

Is the bridge fixed or a tremolo?

The S-400 uses a fixed bridge. This keeps setup and maintenance straightforward while providing a stable platform for heavy rhythm playing and alternate tunings.

What is the scale length?

The S-400 has a 25.5" scale length, giving it a firm and responsive string feel that's particularly well suited to modern rock and metal playing.

Can I use the S-400 for lower tunings?

Yes. The combination of a 25.5" scale and fixed bridge makes the S-400 a good platform for lower tunings. Depending on how low you want to go, heavier strings and an appropriate guitar setup may be recommended.

Looking to buy the SPIRA S-400 MBL Satin Blue Electric Guitar? Visit us at Coleman's Music in South Melbourne to try one for yourself, or shop online with fast shipping Australia-wide.

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