Essential Information About the "Tom Morello Arm The Homeless" Guitar
- Active EMG Versatility: EMG H (neck) / 85 (bridge) duo, 3-position selector, two independent volumes + tone for switching from sharp cleans to extreme distortions.
- Exemplary Tuning Stability: recessed Gotoh GE1996T double-locking tremolo + lockable Floyd Rose R7 nut.
- Fast Playability: maple neck with Flat "C" profile, rosewood fingerboard radius 15" / 381 mm, 22 Medium Jumbo frets, 25.5" / 648 mm scale length.
- Iconic Aesthetics: metallic blue finish, "Arm The Homeless" slogan, illustrated hippopotamuses, "hockey stick" headstock, included hard case.
From Stage to Studio: A Sonic Manifesto Turned Instrument
Symbolizing Tom Morello's inventive and committed playing style, this Stratocaster combines modern luthiery with powerful active electronics. Designed as a formidable stage tool, it incorporates the striking visual codes of the original and pairs them with high-end technical choices for intensive, uncompromising use.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Ideal for advanced and professional musicians, this guitar excels in rock, metal, hard rock, punk, yet remains comfortable in muscular funk and experimental textures. The dual volume controls open the door to volume swells and dynamic contrasts, while the long scale length and double-locking bridge ensure precision and tuning accuracy in both rhythm and lead playing.
Sound Characteristics
The EMG H neck pickup delivers sharp attacks, high definition, and a controlled low register, perfect for incisive cleans or edgy crunches. The EMG 85 bridge pickup provides dense mids, generous sustain, and musical compression ideal for saturated riffs and singing solos. The 9V active electronics ensure a high output level, minimal background noise, and a consistent response even at high gain. The alder body balances attack and projection, while the maple neck/rosewood fingerboard combination adds clarity and warmth. The recessed Gotoh GE1996T tremolo, coupled with the lockable nut, allows dive-bombs without tuning loss.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Consider a set of nickel-plated steel strings 009-042 (ideal for double-locking tremolo), a spare 9V alkaline battery for the EMG electronics, a quality 6.35 mm jack cable, a stable guitar stand, and a maintenance kit (microfiber cloth, polyester finish cleaner).
Technical Specifications
Body
- Body Shape: Stratocaster
- Type: Solid Body
- Wood: Alder
- Finish: Gloss Polyester
- Color: Metallic Blue with "Arm The Homeless" graphics
- Pickguard: None
Neck
- Material: Maple
- Finish: Gloss Urethane
- Profile: Custom Flat "C"
- Construction: 4-bolt bolt-on
- Headstock: "Hockey Stick" shape
- Scale Length: 25.5" / 648 mm
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Radius: 15" / 381 mm
- Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
- Inlays: Pearloid white dots
- Side Dots: White
- Nut: Floyd Rose R7 Locking - width 1.625" / 41.3 mm
- Truss Rod Adjustment: Accessible at headstock
Hardware
- Bridge: Gotoh GE1996T Series Double-Locking Tremolo (recessed)
- Tuners: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Control Knobs: Black plastic
- Selector Tip: Black
- Neck Plate: Vintage style 4-bolt
- Strap Locks: Locking
- Original Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042)
- Tremolo Arm: Gotoh
Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: HH
- Neck Pickup: EMG H
- Bridge Pickup: EMG 85
- Controls: Volume 1 (neck), Volume 2 (bridge), Master Tone
- Selector: 3-position toggle (1. bridge, 2. bridge + neck, 3. neck)
- Electronics Type: Active
- Power Supply: 1 x 9V battery
Miscellaneous
- Included Case: Deluxe black hard case
- Graphics: "Arm The Homeless" + original Tom Morello artwork
- Target Audience: Professional guitarists, fans of engaged rock
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