Duesenberg Velvet Series Starplayer TV - Black Velvet

The Next Evolution of Duesenberg Art-Deco Elegance

The Guitar Sanctuary is proud to premier the 2026 Duesenberg Velvet Series Starplayer TV in the breathtaking new Black Velvet finish. Far more than a mere color variation, the Velvet Series represents an entirely distinct tactile and acoustic architecture within the Duesenberg lineup. Merging a deeply nuanced, laser-etched textured top with premium satin PUR lacquer and radiant gold hardware, this instrument delivers an imposing, modern aesthetic designed for players who demand elite visual and sonic distinction.

Sanctuary Expert Note: While it shares the iconic silhouette of the classic Starplayer TV, the Velvet Series is a completely different beast under the hood. Boasting a solid top construction and a flat-out revolutionary pickup matrix, this guitar transitions seamlessly from glassy vintage single-coil snap to massive, high-headroom humbucking drive without a single ounce of signal degradation.

Textured Resonance & Plek-Optimized Geometry

The foundation of the Velvet Series relies on a specialized laminated sustain-block body matched to a premium solid top. The intricate geometric patterning is laser-cut directly into the wood before the ultra-thin Black Velvet finish is applied, allowing the natural grain variance to create an organic, light-catching three-dimensional texture. Hand-assembled in Hannover, Germany, this guitar undergoes comprehensive computerized Plek optimization to level and polish the frets to microscopic tolerances—delivering buzz-free, low-action playability right out of the custom flightcase.

Split/King Pickups: Zero-Compromise Hybrid Electronics

Traditional coil-splitting relies on grounding out one coil of a humbucker, resulting in a thin, volume-dropped tone. Duesenberg's proprietary Split/King Duo-Coil pickups eliminate this flaw entirely. The Split/King houses a genuine, full-output single-coil pickup working in tandem with a specifically designed secondary coil. When you engage the hidden, guard-mounted selector switches, you aren't "splitting" a pickup—you are switching between a pure, independent single-coil and a full-throated, heavy-duty humbucker.

Technical Specifications Matrix

• Model: Starplayer TV Velvet Series (2026 Edition)
• Finish: Textured Black Velvet Satin PUR Lacquer
• Top Material: Solid Top with Custom Geometric Laser-Etching
• Back & Sides: Laminated Flamed Maple with Center Sustain Block
• Neck: 1-Piece Set Maple (Medium-D Profile)
• Fingerboard: Premium Indian Rosewood (12" Radius)
• Frets: 22 Jumbo (Hand-Dressed, Plek-Aligned)
• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648 mm
• Hardware: Radiant Heavy Gold Plating
• Bridge System: Duesenberg Steel Saddle Bridge with Diamond Deluxe Tremola
• Electronics Architecture: Dual Duesenberg Split/King Duo-Coils, 3-Way Pickup Switch, 2 Independent Pickguard-Mounted Mode Toggle Switches
• Case: Duesenberg Custom Line Hardshell Flight Case Included

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