Stagg SEL-STD GOLD el-guitar - Gold Top

Getting a classic single-cutaway electric guitar with a set neck and dual humbuckers usually means spending far more than a beginner or intermediate player can justify. The Stagg SEL-STD GOLD solves that by delivering a solid mahogany body, carved top, and warm, articulate tone at a price that keeps your first serious upgrade within reach.

Who is it for

This guitar suits players who want the look, feel, and sustain of a vintage-style single-cutaway without the vintage price tag. It is ideal for rock, blues, and classic rock, but the HH pickup configuration handles everything from clean jazz to high-gain crunch. Whether you are moving up from a starter pack instrument or adding a reliable workhorse to your collection, the SEL-STD GOLD fits the bill.

Main features

• Solid mahogany body with carved top for rich resonance and sustain
• Set mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
• Dual humbucker pickups with individual volume and tone controls
• Tune-o-matic bridge and stop tailpiece for stable tuning and easy intonation
• High-gloss gold top finish with cream binding for a classic look
• Diecast chrome machine heads for precise and reliable tuning

Specifications

• Body Material: Solid Mahogany
• Top Material: Carved Top
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Construction: Set-neck
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 22
• Scale Length: 628 mm (24.75")
• Pickups: 2 x Humbucker
• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-way Toggle Switch
• Bridge: Tune-o-matic
• Tailpiece: Stop Tailpiece
• Machine Heads: Diecast, Chrome
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Nut Material: NuBone
• Binding: Cream (Body & Neck)
• Finish: High Gloss
• Color: Gold Top
• Strings: D'Addario EXL110
• Orientation: Right-Handed

Tips

To keep the gold top looking its best, wipe the body down with a soft, dry cloth after each session and avoid abrasive cleaners. The set neck and tune-o-matic bridge mean you can experiment with string gauges, but a professional setup is recommended if you change tunings often. For a classic rock tone, start with both pickups on and roll back the neck tone slightly.