Material Type | Professional performances, touring | Industry Standard: ABS plastic (ASTM D4329) Our Base: Durable acrylic (ASTM D543, 50+ chemical exposures) Our Advanced: Premium polycarbonate (ASTM D543, 100+ chemical exposures)▲ | ▲ Advanced: 2x chemical resistance for harsh environments. Lightweight and impact-resistant. | Advanced: 30% higher cost due to premium material. |
Finish Quality | Stage performances, high-end customization | Industry Standard: Matte finish (70 gloss units, ISO 2813) Our Base: Glossy finish (85 gloss units▲) Our Advanced: Pearlized finish (95 gloss units▲▲) | ▲▲ Advanced: Mirror-like shine for aesthetic appeal. Resists UV fading (ASTM G154). | ▲▲ Advanced: More prone to fingerprint smudges. |
Fit & Design Precision | Custom guitars, boutique builds | Industry Standard: ±1mm tolerance (ISO 10360) Our Base: ±0.75mm tolerance▲ Our Advanced: ±0.5mm tolerance▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: Seamless integration with guitar contours. Pre-drilled pickup/knob cutouts (ISO 5294). | ▲▲ Advanced: Limited to specific guitar models. |
Customization Options | DIY projects, personalized instruments | Industry Standard: 3 color choices Our Base: 8 colors + standard shapes▲ Our Advanced: 15 colors + custom laser engraving▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: Unique branding/graphics for artists. 48-hour rapid prototyping. | ▲▲ Advanced: Custom orders add 5–7 days to delivery. |
Durability | Heavy touring, frequent use | Industry Standard: 5-year warranty Our Base: 7-year warranty▲ Our Advanced: 10-year warranty▲▲ + scratch-resistant coating (ASTM D3363) | ▲▲ Advanced: 50% longer lifespan in high-wear scenarios. Withstands 10,000+ fingerpick impacts (ISO 13938). | Advanced: Slightly heavier (15% weight increase). |
Protection Level | Moisture-prone environments, road trips | Industry Standard: Basic scratch resistance (ASTM D3363: 3/5) Our Base: 4/5 scratch resistance▲ Our Advanced: 5/5 scratch resistance▲▲ + water-repellent coating (ISO 9227) | ▲▲ Advanced: 98% water resistance for humid climates. Retains 90% gloss after 1,000 abrasion cycles (ASTM D4060). | Advanced: Requires specialized cleaning tools. |