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Artist Series Kris Xen Goliath GTR Run 17 - Strawberry Storm

Artist Series Kris Xen Goliath GTR Run 17 - Strawberry Storm

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KRIS XENOPOULOS SIGNATURE — GOLIATH GTR (RUN 17)

Our popular Headless Goliath GTR returns for Run 17 — this time introducing an all-new Signature Series for long-time Ormsby artist Kris Xenopoulos.

We’re proud to unveil Kris’s dream design: a headless masterpiece that blends striking visual artistry with premium materials and tone. Each guitar features a Swamp Ash body wrapped in a custom pink + white “Smokey Storm” graphic (created exclusively for Kris), sealed beneath a high-gloss finish. The contrast of the Wenge neck and Ebony fretboard delivers a fast, stable feel — finished off with gold Ormsby hardware for maximum impact.

Available in 6, 7, or 8-string configurations (right hand only).
Gigbag included in the price.

Signature Series Run 17 Headless Multiscale 6 / 7 / 8-String Swamp Ash Body Wenge Neck Ebony Fretboard Gold Hardware Gigbag Included Right Hand Only

Stock pickup set

Bridge: Hot Rock Humbucker
Neck: PVH Neck Humbucker

A pairing chosen for mix-forward rhythm authority on the bridge and a clear, expressive neck voice for leads and clean passages — plus plenty of usable tones via the 5-way blade.

What this build excels at: stage-ready headless balance, fast feel from Wenge + Ebony, and a pickup set that stays articulate from tight modern rhythm to soaring melodic leads.
Build information
*As with all GTR models, these instruments are built in partnership with our friends at World Musical Instrument Co. in Korea.
**No two pieces of wood are identical; the guitar photographed may not be the exact one you receive. Images are for illustrative purposes and colours may vary slightly in production.
***Orders are available to European customers via this site. Prices exclude local taxes, customs duties, or import fees, which are the buyer’s responsibility.

Specifications

Scale Length 6 String: 25.5"–27.5" | 7 String: 25.5"–27.8" | 8 String: 25.5"–28.2"
Body Swamp Ash with Pink & White Smokey Storm Graphic (Printed)
Neck Type Bolt-On Neck
Neck Laminated Wenge
Neck Shape 19.6 @ 1st – 21 @ 17th, Revised D Shape
Fretboard Ebony
Fretwire Jumbo Stainless Steel
Inlay Pearl Dots (Z Pattern) with Ormsby Logo at 12th Fret
Side Dots Glow In The Dark
Hardware Colour Gold
Bridge Ormsby Custom Headless Multiscale
Machine Heads Ormsby Headless Locking Nuts
Electronics 500k Volume, 500k Tone + 5-Way Blade Switch
Pickup – Bridge Hot Rock Humbucker
Pickup – Neck PVH Neck Humbucker
Finish Gloss Over Printed Graphic
Case Gigbag Included

Stock pickups: mix-forward punch + articulate neck detail

Kris’s signature set pairs the Hot Rock bridge for bold, confident rhythm tones with the PVH neck for clear, expressive lead work. With the 5-way blade, you’ll get genuinely useful in-between tones that feel like extra “voices” rather than compromises.

Hot Rock — Bridge
Humbucker • Strong mids • Controlled lows

A bridge voice built for authority and control — stays defined under gain, keeps palm-mutes tight, and holds its place in a dense mix.

  • Punch + cut: mid presence that keeps riffs forward.
  • Modern tightness: controlled low end suited to multiscale tuning.
  • Gain-friendly clarity: stays articulate as saturation increases.
  • Blends well: useful in-between positions on the 5-way.
Best for

Modern rock and metal rhythm, punchy leads, tight palm-mutes, and mix-forward tones.

What you’ll hear

Bold mids, controlled lows, and an “immediate” feel that stays defined under gain.

PVH — Neck
Clear neck voice • Focused mids • Smooth top end

The PVH neck is tuned for clarity and control — giving you a neck voice that stays articulate for lead work, keeps chord voicings readable, and avoids the “mud” that can happen in extended-range guitars.

  • Note separation: clear string-to-string definition for complex chords.
  • Lead-friendly: smooth, singing response without harshness.
  • Clean clarity: stays musical when you roll back gain/volume.
  • Blended tones: pairs well with the bridge for usable in-between positions.
Best for

Melodic neck leads, clean passages, prog textures, and articulate chord work.

What you’ll hear

Focused mids, smooth highs, and a clear neck tone that stays defined in extended ranges.

Why this pairing is deliberate: the Hot Rock keeps the bridge bold and present, while the PVH gives you a neck voice that stays clear and expressive — with 5-way positions that add real versatility.
Designed by Kris Xenopoulos. Built by Ormsby.
The Kris Xenopoulos Signature Goliath GTR combines bold visual design, flawless engineering, and unmatched tone — the perfect fusion of artistry and performance.
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