Sterling by Music Man - Mariposa Imperial White R2
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Discover the Sterling Mariposa by Music Man, Omar Rodríguez-López's signature electric guitar. Its original design and playability make every session enjoyable and inspiring. Its two humbucking pickups, each with an independent volume control, make it easy to switch from a clear, precise sound to more intense saturation. Let yourself be seduced by its unique style and explore your tones freely.
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Presentation
The Mariposa catches the eye with its unique offset design, dreamt up with Omar Rodríguez-López. Its Nyatoh body is light and comfortable to hold.
Beneath its original appearance, the Mariposa reveals a wide range of sounds. The two humbucking pick-ups, each adjustable with its own volume, allow you to move from a clear, precise sound to more intense saturation. The 3-position selector simplifies the choice of combinations, and the vintage tremolo bridge lets you add an expressive vibrato without losing the tuning.
The roasted maple neck ensures stability and comfort under the fingers, with a rosewood fingerboard and 22 medium-high frets that naturally follow the movement of the hand. The screw-down neck ensures a secure fit, while allowing for easy adjustment. The lockable action secures the tuning, even when using vibrato.
As you play, the Mariposa becomes a pleasure to explore. Sound textures reveal themselves intuitively, and the guitar invites you to improvise or explore your favourite sounds. The playing experience remains smooth and captivating, with a natural balance between ergonomics, aesthetics and musical possibilities, true to the creative spirit of Omar Rodríguez-López.
Beneath its original appearance, the Mariposa reveals a wide range of sounds. The two humbucking pick-ups, each adjustable with its own volume, allow you to move from a clear, precise sound to more intense saturation. The 3-position selector simplifies the choice of combinations, and the vintage tremolo bridge lets you add an expressive vibrato without losing the tuning.
The roasted maple neck ensures stability and comfort under the fingers, with a rosewood fingerboard and 22 medium-high frets that naturally follow the movement of the hand. The screw-down neck ensures a secure fit, while allowing for easy adjustment. The lockable action secures the tuning, even when using vibrato.
As you play, the Mariposa becomes a pleasure to explore. Sound textures reveal themselves intuitively, and the guitar invites you to improvise or explore your favourite sounds. The playing experience remains smooth and captivating, with a natural balance between ergonomics, aesthetics and musical possibilities, true to the creative spirit of Omar Rodríguez-López.
Features
Type of guitar
Electric guitar
Body Type
Solid body
Number of strings
6
Hardware color
Chrome
Number of frets
22
Nut width
42,00 mm (1,654")
Neck material
Maple
Fingerboard material
Rosewood
Top material
Nyatoh
Cutaway
Yes
Tremolo
Tremolo
Bridge configuration
Vintage
Pickguard color
White
Electronic
Passive
Instrument type
Electric guitar
Artist
Omar Rodríguez-López
Pickup setup
HH
Packaging
Single unit
Color
White
Assembly
Bolt-on neck
Other features
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Sterling by Music Man Mariposa Imperial White R2
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Guitar type: 6-string solid-body electric
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Signature / Collaboration: Omar Rodríguez-López (Mars Volta, At the Drive-In)
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Body shape : Offset signature
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String length: 648 mm (25.5")
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Colour: White
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Fittings finish : Chrome
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Body: Nyatoh
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Reference marks: Mother-of-pearl block
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Top : Nyatoh
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Back & sides : Nyatoh
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Neck : Torrefied maple
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Neck fixing : 5 screws
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Neck radius : 305 mm (12")
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Width at saddle: 42 mm
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Width to last fret: 57 mm (2.24")
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Fingerboard : Rosewood
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Fingerboard inlays: White Pearloid Block Inlays
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Number of frets: 22
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Frets type : Medium High
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Truss rod: Double action
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Bridge/cordial: Vintage Tremolo
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Selector: 3-way toggle pickup selector
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Pickups: 2 humbuckers (HH), Sterling double-wound, controlled by 2 independent volume knobs
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Electronics: Passive
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Controls: Volume for each pickup
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Mechanics: Self-locking
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Strings: Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky
To find out more...
Omar Alfredo Rodríguez-López is a Puerto Rican guitarist, composer and producer, born on 1 September 1975 in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. He is best known as a founding member of the group The Mars Volta, as well as for his contributions to At the Drive-In, Antemasque and Bosnian Rainbows. His music, often described as experimental, avant-garde and progressive, reflects a bold and emotional approach. In addition to his musical career, he is also a director and producer, having collaborated with artists such as John Frusciante, Damo Suzuki and Mon Laferte.
