Steinberger Guitars

The Steinberger series of electric guitars and bass guitars, designed by Ned Steinberger, is known for its minimalist and innovative “headless” design. Introduced in 1979, the instruments were originally crafted from graphite and carbon fiber, eliminating traditional wooden construction for enhanced durability and tone consistency. Steinberger’s designs gained attention for their lightweight, unbalanced headstock-free bodies and precise tuning systems. The most iconic model, the L-series, featured this unique headless design and tuners located on the body’s tailpiece. The instruments became popular for their clear, synthetic sound and cutting-edge features like the TransTrem vibrato system, which allowed for instant retuning with a lever. Although the company was sold to Gibson in 1987, the brand continues to produce modern variations of its original models, including the Synapse line, which blends wood and graphite materials and is made in South Korea.