Diamond Guitars Imperial SM BG – Modern Classic with Bigsby Vibe
The Diamond Guitars Imperial SM BG blends modern innovation with timeless design, creating a guitar that is visually striking and sonically versatile. Its bold, oversized body balances ultra-thin contours with resonance and tonal clarity, making it a standout for players across multiple genres. Loved by both vintage enthusiasts and contemporary musicians, the Imperial SM BG is a guitar that inspires creativity and commands attention.
With a stunning spalt maple top and vibrant natural stripes, this guitar is a visual statement that reflects its powerful performance. Equipped with Seymour Duncan 59 (neck) and JB (bridge) pickups, it delivers rich, dynamic tones suited for blues, rock, and expressive lead work. The set neck construction and solid mahogany body ensure warmth and sustain, while Diamond tuners and a Bigsby B70 tremolo provide precise tuning stability and smooth vibrato expression.
Every detail, from the rosewood fingerboard to the elegant block mother-of-pearl inlays, is crafted to elevate the playing experience. The Imperial SM BG isn’t just an instrument—it’s a modern classic designed to inspire, challenge, and ignite your musical expression.
Key Features
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Spalt maple top with bold natural stripes
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Solid mahogany body with set neck construction
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Scale length: 24.75" for classic feel and playability
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22 frets with 14" radius and Standard U neck profile
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Seymour Duncan 59 (Neck) / JB (Bridge) pickups
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Volume / Tone / 3-way switch with coil-tap functionality
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Diamond tuners and modified Bigsby B70 tremolo
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D’Addario EXL125 strings (.009–.046) included
Who’s it For?
The Imperial SM BG is perfect for guitarists who want a modern classic with expressive tonal options. Ideal for rock, blues, or vintage-inspired styles, it suits players seeking a versatile instrument that combines aesthetic appeal with dynamic, stage-ready performance.
Tech Specs
Body
- Model: Imperial
- Series: Spalt Maple
- Top Material: Spalted Maple
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Scale: 24.75"
- Nut: 43mm / 1-11/16" Graphtech TUSQ®
Neck
- Neck: Set Neck / Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Standard U (21mm-22.5mm)
- Radius: 350mm / 14"
- Frets: 22
Fingerboard
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Inlays: Block (Mother of Pearl)
- Binding: N/A
Electronics
- Pickup (Neck): Seymour Duncan 59
- Pickup (Bridge): Seymour Duncan JB
- Controls: Volume / Tone / 3-Way Switch / Coil Tap
Hardware
- Tuners: Diamond
- Bridge: Modified Bigsby B70
- Hardware Finish: Nickel
- Strings: D'Addario EXL125 (.009–.046)
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