A Shred-Ready Tribute to the '82 Original
If you grew up in the '80s—or just wish you had—the Kramer Pacer Classic is going to hit you right in the nostalgia. This is Kramer's tribute to the 1982 Pacer that made waves with its offset double-cutaway body, Floyd Rose tremolo, and unapologetic attitude. Today's Pacer Classic keeps that spirit alive with a Purple Passion Metallic gloss finish, matching painted headstock, and hardware that's built for dive bombs and fast runs. It's the kind of guitar that makes you want to turn everything up to eleven.
Under the hood, you're looking at an alder body, a fast maple neck with Kramer's K-Speed SlimTaper C profile, and a pair of open-coil Alnico Classic 5 humbuckers that deliver punchy, aggressive tone. The licensed Floyd Rose tremolo with R2 locking nut keeps your tuning stable through all the whammy bar abuse you can throw at it. Whether you're into hard rock riffing, metal shredding, or just want a guitar that looks as good as it plays, the Pacer Classic delivers.
This one's for players who want a high-performance solidbody that won't drain the wallet—an accessible entry into the world of Floyd-equipped guitars with genuine Kramer DNA. If you've been eyeing a shred machine that balances speed, style, and substance, this is it.
Built for Speed and Stability
The Pacer Classic's maple neck is carved with Kramer's K-Speed SlimTaper C profile, a slim, fast shape designed for quick position changes and comfortable playing across all 22 medium jumbo frets. The maple fingerboard has a 12-inch radius—flat enough for low action and effortless bending, but still comfortable for chords. With a 25.5-inch scale length, you get the tight lows and articulate highs that work perfectly for high-gain tones and fast alternate picking.
The alder body is a classic choice for this style of guitar. It's balanced across the frequency spectrum—tight lows, clear mids, and crisp highs—making it a versatile platform for everything from crunchy rhythm work to soaring lead lines. The double-cutaway design gives you unrestricted access to the upper frets, so nothing gets in the way when you're up high on the neck.
And then there's the licensed Floyd Rose tremolo with R2 locking nut. This is the setup that defined an era of guitar playing. The double-locking system keeps your tuning rock-solid, even when you're pulling off dive bombs, squeals, and flutter effects. Whether you're using it for subtle vibrato or full-blown theatrics, the Floyd Rose delivers consistent response and reliable performance.
Dual Alnico 5 Humbuckers for High-Output Tone
The Pacer Classic comes loaded with a pair of Alnico Classic 5 humbuckers with double white exposed coils. These pickups are voiced for high-output performance with an aggressive, punchy character. You'll get thick, crunchy rhythm tones and cutting lead sounds with plenty of harmonic content—perfect for hard rock and metal styles.
The electronics are straightforward: independent volume controls for each pickup, a master tone control, and a 3-way mini toggle switch to select between neck, bridge, or both pickups. This simple layout gives you the tonal flexibility to dial in everything from a fat, warm neck pickup growl to a sharp, searing bridge pickup scream. The chrome knurled knobs and white control covers complement the overall aesthetic, keeping things clean and classic.
Product Features:
- Alder body with double-cutaway design for balanced tone and upper fret access
- Maple neck with K-Speed SlimTaper C profile for fast, comfortable playing
- Maple fingerboard with 12-inch radius and 22 medium jumbo frets
- 25.5-inch scale length for tight lows and articulate highs
- Dual Alnico Classic 5 humbuckers with double white exposed coils
- Licensed Floyd Rose tremolo bridge with R2 locking nut for stable tuning
- Independent volume controls, master tone control, and 3-way mini toggle pickup selector
- Die-cast tuners and chrome hardware throughout
- Purple Passion Metallic gloss finish with matching painted headstock
- Nut width: 1.626 inches (41.3mm)
Brand: Kramer
Model: Pacer Classic
SKU: KPCPPMCF1
Condition: New
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