The Essential is a true .strandberg* Boden instrument with all the key features that has made it an electric guitar icon of the 21^st century: lightweight headless design and ergonomics, EndurNeck™ profile, .strandberg* EGS Arc hardware, and a unique sonic character that is balanced and versatile, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres and playing styles. It is also the most affordable .strandberg* Boden to date and will appeal to casual guitar playing hobbyists as well as the most experienced pro players. It is a .strandberg* that can be played and enjoyed by guitarists of all stripes – from aspiring students to serious gigging musicians.