Description
The classic Caparison Horus has been reimagined to fit the modern guitarist. Built for ultimate comfort and legendary playability, it features a sleek five-piece Maple and Walnut neck with ivory-coloured binding across the fingerboard and headstock. The Caparison Horus-M3 is topped with 27 jumbo frets with an asymmetrical body with a deep lower cut, offering extreme access to the higher frets, which is sure to meet the needs of the most demanding player.
With the choice of a Maple (MF) or Ebony (EF) fingerboard and available in five astounding finishes, including the striking Trans. Spectrum Black or four stunning hand painted sponge finishes (Amethyst, Carnelian, Lapis-lazuli, Moon Stone, Obsidian and Tiger’s Eye), each one being a unique example. It is complete with a matt black headstock and “Wadjet Eye” logo.
The M3 style body construction is composed of a central Maple section perfectly accompanied by two Mahogany wings with the neck bolted directly to the Maple midsection. The result is a balanced sound with focused low end and rich sustain. Complete your tone with iconic Caparison PH-R and SH27-F pickups to provide distinct character, clarity, and precise attack developed with the player in mind.
Specification
Model Name: Horus-M3 MF/EF
Body Shape: Horus (Second Generation)
Body Material: Mahogany & Maple 3-P
Bridge: Schaller S-FRT II
Head Top: Pro.Black
Neck Finish: Natural Urethane Matt
Body Finish: T.Spectrum Black, Obsidian, Moon Stone, Lapis-Lazuli, Carnelian, Amethyst, Tiger’s Eye
Hardware: Schaller Black, Gotoh Cosmo Black
Neck Joint: Bolt-On
Neck Material: Maple-Walnut-Maple-Walnut-Maple 5-Piece
Neck Grip: Caparison Regular Grip
Fingerboard: Ebony or Maple, Ivory-coloured Binding
Radius: 350mmR to 400mmR
Scale Length: 628mm (24 3/4″)
Nut Width: 42mm
No. of Frets: 27
Fret Type: Jumbo
Neck Depth, 1st Fret: Approx. 21.0mm
Neck Depth, 12th Fret: Approx. 22.0mm
Nut: Schaller R2 Locking
Position Inlay: Clock
Headstock: Devil’s Tail, Ivory-coloured Binding, Wadjet Eye Logo
Head Angle: 15 Degrees
Tuners: Gotoh SG381-07 H.A.P.
Tuning: Standard (1-E, 2-B, 3-G, 4-D, 5-A, 6-E)
Strings: RotoSound (.009-.042)
Neck Pickup: Caparison SH-27F
Bridge Pickup: Caparison PH-R
Controls: Master Volume CTS 500kA, Switchcraft 3-Way Toggle
Case: Reunion Blues Continental Case
Designed by Caparison Guitars in Japan
MADE IN JAPAN
FAQ & Terms
When can I expect to receive my guitar order?
Guitars will ship from our warehouse in Japan via DHL Express within 3 working days of the receipt of your order payment. The delivery time is typically 3-to-5 working days from the time of shipment. The shipping charges are included in the price of the guitar. A tracking number will be issued once the order is processed and ready to ship.
What is included with the guitars?
All Caparison guitars come with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by our lead designer upon passing final inspection, a Caparison Owner’s Manual, and necessary tools to adjust the bridge hardware.
Most models include a Caparison Branded Reunion Blues Continental Case. Some extended range models, such as the Orbit and Apple Horn 8 come with a fitted Caparison hard case.
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Will there be any customs charges to pay?
Guitars ordered through our website are shipped by air from our warehouse in Japan with a DHL Express DDP service (Delivery Duty Paid). Customs import duty, fees and sales taxes are factored into the purchase price and pre-paid by us, there will be no additional cost to the buyer when the guitar arrives.
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Will there be any customs charges to pay?
Guitars ordered through our website are shipped by air from our warehouse in Japan with DHL Express, there may be customs import duty and sales tax to pay on import. These are the responsibility of the buyer. Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Is my guitar covered by a warranty?
All Caparison guitars are covered by a full 12-month manufacturer’s warranty. In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault with any instrument purchased within the 12-month time of purchase, please contact us directly to resolve the issue in a timely fashion.
Click here for full details of our manufacturer’s warranty
Can I return my guitar?
We have a 14-day return policy for our production guitars, as long as it is returned in all of the original packaging and in the condition it was received (i.e. no wear and tear or obvious signs of use).
Please note that our 14-day return policy only applies to production guitars purchased through our website. Returns and shipments that are returned to us as undeliverable will be refunded minus our two way shipping costs and any associated fees or can be redelivered subject to a redelivery fee.
Can I see a photo of my guitar before I buy?
Unfortunately, we do not have each guitar photographed. Some hand painted finishes and figured wood tops can vary from the sample photos seen on our website.