Jason Richardson HT

The 2026 Jason Richardson Signature guitar collection is here. Featuring bold new finishes and an all-new 8-string hardtail, these guitars pair striking aesthetics with modern, high-performance design. Crafted with an alder body, buckeye burl top, and a roasted figured maple neck with an ebony fretboard, this new lineup spans 6-, 7-, and 8-string configurations and comes in three stunning finishes—Kokiri Forest, Water Temple, and Death Mountain. Exclusive Jason Richardson HT humbuckers deliver unmatched clarity and power, complemented by 24 stainless steel frets, innovative push/push electronics, and a custom Music Man tremolo on 6- and 7-string models. The 8-string model features a hardtail bridge and is designed for modern technical players, with a multiscale 25.5"–27" scale length—from the high E to the low F#—providing exceptional clarity, tension, and articulation across its extended range. Built for precision and expression, this new lineup meets the demands of today’s most discerning players.
Jason Richardson HT – Kokiri Forest
Jason Richardson HT – Kokiri Forest

Your Custom Options:

Model:
Jason Richardson 7-string Cutlass HT
Color:
Kokiri Forest
Neck:
Select Figured Roasted Maple Neck, Ebony Fretboard
Pickguard:
None
Hardware:
Black

Build Code

810-TGM-50-00-MB-BH

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  • Ernie Ball Music Man HT Pickups

    Custom HT humbucking bridge and neck pickups.

  • SELECT ALDER BODY

    Lightweight alder body with Buckeye Burl maple top

  • Extended Cutaway

    Custom contoured lower horn for more access to all 24 stainless steel frets.

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Jason Richardson HT – ENHANCED PLAYABILITY

ENHANCED PLAYABILITY

Built to Jason Richardson's exact specifications, the Cutlass incorporates numerous design features to further enhance comfort, playability, and overall performance.

  • Jason Richardson HT – Available in 6, 7, and 8-string

    Available in 6, 7, and 8-string

    Featuring a bolt-on design, the Jason Richardson Cutlass is available in 2 new finishes, Water Temple and Death Mountain, and includes the fan-favorite Kokiri Forest finish.

  • Jason Richardson HT – Multiscale 8-String

    Multiscale 8-String

    25.5"–27" multiscale 8-string for clarity, articulation, and dynamic response.

Jason Richardson HT – Jason Richardson HT Bridge pickup

Jason Richardson HT Bridge pickup

The Jason Richardson HT bridge pickup outperforms standard-spec pickups with higher output, greater dynamic range, and excellent touch sensitivity. The pickup not only achieves high output but also garners a powerful low-end response while retaining a distinctively clean, clear tone and definition at lower volume levels.

Jason Richardson HT – Jason Richardson HT Neck Pickup with Coil Tap

Jason Richardson HT Neck Pickup with Coil Tap

Most tapped humbucking pickups produce a thin sound. HT technology offers superior power and enhanced richness compared to conventional tapped humbucker coils. The custom-wound pickup produces a more authentic, rich single-coil sound when the HT coil is tapped.

Jason Richardson HT – Push Push Boost Circuit

Push Push Boost Circuit

The preamp boost is activated by a push-push volume knob and is factory set to 12db. Via a trim pot inside the control cavity, the preamp can be adjusted up to 20db if needed for heavy rhythm parts or high-octane soloing whenever the user chooses.

Jason Richardson HT – Engineered to Perform

Engineered to Perform

The Jason Richardson Cutlass features a perfectly balanced, lightweight double-cutaway body design that provides unparalleled access to all 24 medium jumbo frets. Additionally, the roasted maple neck is hand-shaped with a shallow neck carve for very fast playability.

Jason Richardson HT – Finest Materials

Finest Materials

Hand-selected body and neck woods are sustainably sourced from our network of hardwood suppliers worldwide. Alder, burl, and maple are individually chosen and matched for their beautiful appearance and rich tonal qualities.

Specifications, Schematics & More

Specifications

Jason Richardson 6-string Cutlass HT Guitar
Size12-7/8" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 38-1/8" long (32.7 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 96.8 cm long)
Body WoodAlder with buckeye burl top (Kokiri Forest); Alder with maple burl top (Venetian Red)
Body FinishHigh gloss polyester (Kokiri Forest); Satin (Venetian Red)
BridgeCustom Music Man® floating tremolo, made of black, hardened steel with black steel saddles
Scale Length25-1/2" (64.8 cm)
Neck Radius15" (38.1 cm)
Headstock Size6-3/8" (16.2 cm) long
Frets24 - Medium Jumbo profile, Stainless Steel
Neck Width1-11/16" (43.00 mm) at nut; 2-1/4" (56.9 mm) at last fret
Neck WoodFigured roasted maple
FingerboardEbony ( Kokiri Forest) - Striped Ebony (Venetian Red)
Fret MarkersDot inlay
Neck FinishGunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Neck BindingN/A
Tuning MachinesSchaller M6-IND locking
Truss RodAdjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Attachment5 bolt, sculpted neck joint
Electronic ShieldingGraphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
ControlsCustom Music Man® active preamp w/ Silent Circuit; 25kohm push/push volume POT for gain boost, 500kohm push/push tone POT for pickup coil splitting - 0.022uf tone cap; 3-way pickup selector switch
Switching3-way toggle pickup selector; Push/push volume knob engages boost
PickupsHH - Music Man HT Custom hum bucking pickups, Ceramic magnets
Left HandedNo
Strings10p-13p-17p-26-36-46 (RPS 10 Slinkys #2240)
Jason Richardson 7-string Cutlass HT Guitar
Size12-7/8" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 38-1/8" long (32.7 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 96.8 cm long)
Body WoodAlder with buckeye burl top (Kokiri Forest); Alder with maple burl top (Venetian Red)
Body FinishHigh gloss polyester (Kokiri Forest); Satin (Venetian Red)
BridgeCustom 7-string Music Man® floating tremolo, made of black or gold plated, hardened steel with black or gold plated steel saddles
Scale Length25-1/2" (64.8 cm)
Neck Radius15" (38.1 cm)
Headstock SizeOnly 6-7/8" (17.5 cm) long
Frets24 - Medium Jumbo profile, Stainless Steel
Neck Width1-7/8" (47.6 mm) at nut, 2-19/32" (65.9 mm) at last fret
Neck WoodFigured roasted maple
FingerboardEbony ( Kokiri Forest) - Striped Ebony (Venetian Red)
Fret MarkersDot inlay
Neck FinishGunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Tuning MachinesSchaller M6-IND locking
Truss RodAdjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Attachment5 bolt, sculpted neck joint
Electronic ShieldingGraphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
ControlsCustom Music Man® active preamp w/ Silent Circuit; 25kohm push/push volume POT for gain boost, 500kohm push/push tone POT for pickup coil splitting - 0.022uf tone cap; 3-way pickup selector switch
Switching3-way toggle pickup selector; Push/push volume knob engages boost
PickupsHH - Music Man Custom 7 string humbucking pickups, Ceramic magnets
Left HandedNo
Strings10p-13p-17p-26-36-46-56 (RPS 10 Slinkys #2240 with added P01156)
Jason Richardson 8-string Cutlass HT Guitar
Body WoodAlder with Buckeye Burl Top
Body FinishHigh gloss polyester
Body ColorsKokiri Forest, Death Mountain, Water Temple
Body BindingsMaple layer exposed on edge and stained
BridgeModern Classic Hardtail w/rounded bridge cover
PickguardN/A
Scale LengthMulti-Scale: 25.5" high E to 27" low F#
Neck Radius17" (43.2 cm)
Frets24 - Medium Jumbo profile, Stainless Steel
Neck Width2.245" at Nut; 3.039" at Last Fret
Neck WoodRoasted Figured Maple
FingerboardEbony
Fret MarkersWhite Dot
Neck FinishGunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Neck ColorsNatural
Neck BindingN/A
Tuning MachinesSchaller M6-IND locking
Truss RodAdjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Attachment5 bolt, sculpted neck joint
Electronic ShieldingGraphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
Controls25kohm push/push volume POT for gain boost, 500kohm push/push tone POT for pickup coil splitting - 0.022uf tone cap; 3-way pickup selector switch
Switching3-way toggle pickup selector; Push/push volume knob engages boost
PickupsHH - Music Man HT Custom humbucking pickups, Ceramic magnets
Strings9.5p-12p-16p-26w-36w-46w-56w-68w Slinky

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SpecificationsJason Richardson HT—
Size12-7/8" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 38-1/8" long (32.7 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 96.8 cm long)
Body WoodAlder with buckeye burl top (Kokiri Forest); Alder with maple burl top (Venetian Red)
Body FinishHigh gloss polyester (Kokiri Forest); Satin (Venetian Red)
Body Colors
Body Bindings
BridgeCustom Music Man® floating tremolo, made of black, hardened steel with black steel saddles
Pickguard
Scale Length25-1/2" (64.8 cm)
Neck Radius15" (38.1 cm)
Headstock Size6-3/8" (16.2 cm) long
Frets24 - Medium Jumbo profile, Stainless Steel
Neck Width1-11/16" (43.00 mm) at nut; 2-1/4" (56.9 mm) at last fret
Neck WoodFigured roasted maple
FingerboardEbony ( Kokiri Forest) - Striped Ebony (Venetian Red)
Fret MarkersDot inlay
Neck FinishGunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Neck Colors
Neck BindingN/A
Tuning MachinesSchaller M6-IND locking
Truss RodAdjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Attachment5 bolt, sculpted neck joint
Electronic ShieldingGraphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
ControlsCustom Music Man® active preamp w/ Silent Circuit; 25kohm push/push volume POT for gain boost, 500kohm push/push tone POT for pickup coil splitting - 0.022uf tone cap; 3-way pickup selector switch
Switching3-way toggle pickup selector; Push/push volume knob engages boost
PickupsHH - Music Man HT Custom hum bucking pickups, Ceramic magnets
Left HandedNo
Strings10p-13p-17p-26-36-46 (RPS 10 Slinkys #2240)

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