The Phil Collen PC1 is a legendary guitar endorsed by Def Leppard’s lead guitarist, Phil Collen. Crafted with premium features, this USA Signature model includes a caramelized mahogany body, a bolt-on quartersawn caramelized flame maple neck, and a 12"-16" compound radius caramelized flame maple fingerboard. It features a versatile H/S/S pickup configuration and a Floyd Rose Original tremolo system.
In summary:
Body: Caramelized mahogany
Neck: Quartersawn caramelized flame maple
Fingerboard: Caramelized flame maple with 24 jumbo frets
Pickups: DiMarzio DP-152-F (bridge), DiMarzio HS-2 DP116 (middle), PC1 Sustainer Driver (neck)
Controls: Master volume, master tone, intensity control knobs, and a five-way blade switch
This guitar embodies Collen’s iconic sound and style.
Specification
Series: Artist Signature
Country Of Origin: US
Body: Caramelized Mahogany
Body Finish: Satin Polyurethane
Body Shape: Dinky
Neck Material: Caramelized 2-Piece Quartersawn Flame Maple with Graphite Reinforcement
Neck Finish: Hand-Rubbed Urethane Gel
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Fingerboard: Caramelized Flame Maple
Fingerboard Radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Number of Frets: 24
Frets Size: Jumbo
String Nut: Floyd Rose Original Locking
Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
Truss Rods: Dual-Action with Wheel
Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio Super 3 DP152
Middle Pickup: DiMarzio HS-2 DP116
Neck Pickup: PC1 Sustainer Driver
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, Intensity Control, Active Sustainer On/Off Switch, Fundamental/Harmonic/Blend Switch
Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
Pickup Configuration: HSS
Bridge: Floyd Rose Original
Hardware Finish: Satin Gold
Tuning Machines: Jackson Sealed Die-Cast
Control Knobs: Dome-Style
Strings: NPS, .011-.052 Gauges
Key Features
Body: Crafted from caramelized mahogany, providing a warm and resonant tone.
Neck: Bolt-on two-piece quartersawn caramelized flame maple neck with a comfortable hand-rubbed urethane gel finish on the back. The graphite reinforcement ensures stability.
Fingerboard: A 12"-16" compound radius caramelized flame maple fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets, allowing for smooth playability across the entire range.
Headstock: Licensed Fender Stratocaster style headstock, adding a touch of classic elegance.
Pickup Configuration: H/S/S setup for versatile tonal options:
Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio DP-152-F delivers powerful and articulate tones.
Middle Pickup: DiMarzio HS-2 DP116 provides a balanced sound.
Neck Pickup: PC1 Sustainer Driver for endless sustain and creative effects.
