Charvel Standard Series SD2 HH HT Black

The Standard Series San Dimas Style 2 SD2 HH HT offers impressive power thanks to its resonant Nyatoh Style 2 body and a bolt-on Nyatoh neck with graphite reinforcement for exceptional stability. The 12"-16" compound radius rosewood fingerboard allows for smooth transitions from comfortable chords to ultra-fast solos on its 22 jumbo frets with the classic offset white dot inlays. Professional-level comfort comes standard with the truss rod adjustment wheel located right at the end of the fingerboard.

In terms of sound, this beast delivers a crushing tone thanks to high-output Charvel humbucking pickups, both at the bridge and neck positions, controlled by a simple volume pot and a three-way switch that instantly shifts from a clean sound to an aggressive tone. The sealed, die-cast tuning machines keep perfect tuning even during the most intense sessions, while the Charvel hardtail bridge with through-body string ferrules provides maximum sustain and attack that stand out in any mix.

• Body: Nyatoh
• Bolt-on neck: Nyatoh
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Offset white dot inlays
• Compound fingerboard radius: 12" - 16"
• Scale length: 25.1"
• Nut width: 42.86 mm
• Black synthetic nut
• 22 jumbo frets
• Pickup: 2 Charvel Custom Humbuckers
• Volume control
• 3-position switch
• Charvel HT6 Hardtail bridge with through-body string guide
• Sealed, block-style tuning machines with locking feature and Charvel logo
• Black hardware
• Strings: .009 - .042 nickel-plated steel
• Color: Satin Gray

Standard Series

This range is built with a clear purpose: to bring Charvel’s most aggressive and fast-paced DNA to a more accessible price point, without losing what makes Charvel special. It’s designed for guitarists seeking high performance, comfort, and readiness for styles where speed, precision, and punch are essential.

The most interesting aspect of the Standard series is that it offers sensations very close to higher-end models like the Pro-Mod, but at a more affordable price for players wanting to enter the Charvel universe with a serious instrument from day one. It’s a series focused on musicians who value playability, tuning stability, and a no-nonsense aesthetic, purely geared toward performance.

San Dimas Style 2

This body design represents the most aggressive, performance-oriented interpretation of the classic single-cut shape. Inspired by a timeless silhouette, this form combines traditional elements with the hot-rodded approach that defines Charvel: extreme comfort, easy access to the entire fingerboard, and a response tailored for players requiring absolute precision. The brand itself describes it as a blend of classic style and modern high-level features.

About Charvel

Charvel guitars are high-performance instruments. The most demanding musicians who appreciate superior sound and feel have relied on their guitars for over 30 years. From metal maestros like Warren DeMartini and Jake E Lee to fusion legends like Allan Holdsworth and Shawn Lane, and modern virtuosos such as Guthrie Govan.