Specs:
• Model: James Tyler USA Signature Dann Huff Black Classic
• Finish: Black
• Body: Solid Alder
• Neck: Quartersawn Maple
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
• Pickups: SSH configuration
– Duncan Classic Stacks (Neck & Middle)
– Super Humbucker (Bridge, Black)
• Controls:
– 5-Way Selector Switch
– Master Volume
– Master Tone
– Midboost Preamp with Bypass Button
– Series/Parallel Switching for Each Pickup
• Bridge: Tremolo (2-Post or 6-Screw, Tyler Spec)
• Tuners: Hipshot Locking
• Hardware: Gold
• Country: USA
• Year: 2025
• Condition: Mint
Personal Thoughts:
The Dann Huff Black Classic is one of the most versatile and intelligently designed guitars James Tyler has ever produced. Built to Dann’s exacting session and touring requirements, this is a true “do-it-all” instrument — equally at home on pristine studio cleans, thick layered pop tracks, or high-gain rock sessions.
The SSH Duncan setup with Classic Stacks keeps things hum-free while retaining a convincing single-coil character, and the bridge humbucker delivers authority and punch when required. The onboard midboost is exceptionally musical, adding body and presence without ever sounding artificial, and the series/parallel switching opens up a huge palette of usable tones that genuinely feel different under the fingers.
Playability is exactly what you’d expect from Tyler — effortless, refined, and confidence-inspiring. This is a professional’s tool through and through.
Condition Report:
Mint. As new with no wear, marks, or issues. Frets, hardware, and electronics are all pristine.
Part Exchange Welcome:
Part exchange welcome. Video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars. Personal consignment service available via our site at a 10% rate.