Kramer DMZ 2000 – 1979 Vintage Aluminum Neck Guitar, 100% Original w/ Case

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The Kramer DMZ 2000 (1979) is an iconic example of Kramer’s innovative late-’70s designs, blending traditional craftsmanship with forward-thinking features. Built with a maple body and an aluminum/wood hybrid neck, the DMZ 2000 is known for its sustain, stability, and unique tonal character.

Every Kramer that I've had from this era has been messed up in some way - heavy wear, changed pickups, new holes in the body, etc.  This one is 100% original with no changes or repairs and light fret wear.  These are killer guitars with a tone all their own.  If you're looking for one, this is your ticket.

This model comes 100% original, including hardware, electronics, and finish, making it highly collectible. Its dual DiMarzio humbuckers provide powerful output and tonal versatility, ideal for rock, hard rock, and early metal tones. The aluminum-neck construction adds clarity and sustain unmatched by standard wooden designs.

This guitar is offered with its original case, making it a complete and authentic vintage package. With only a limited production run in the late 1970s, the DMZ 2000 stands as a significant piece of Kramer history and a must-have for collectors of vintage American guitars.

At Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, we provide detailed photography, expert verification, and professional setup to ensure authenticity and playability.

• Color: Natural
• Weight: 8lbs 13.5oz
  
• Body: Contoured, solid maple with walnut stripes
  
• Neck: Bolt-on aluminum with wood inserts
  
• Fretboard: Ebanol (a phenolic resin)
• Inlays: Pearl Dot
• Frets: Original
• Fret Count: 22
• Nut: Original Roller/Pin Style
• Nut width: 1-9/16"
  
• Radius: 16"
• Scale: 25"
• Neck thickness at 1st fret: .83"
• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .925"
• Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
• Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
• Overall Length: 37-1/4"
  
• Lower Bout: 13-1/2"
  
• Waist: 8-1/2"
  
• Upper Bout: 10-5/8"
  
• Body depth/thickness outside edge: 1-3/4"
  
• String gauge: 10-46
• Hardware Color: Chrome
  
• Bridge Pickup/Brand: Humbucker
• Pickup Reading: 13.95k
• Original?: Yes
• Neck Pickup/Brand: Humbucker
• Pickup Reading: 13.61k
• Original?: Yes
  
• Bridge: Original
• Tuners: Original Schaler 
• Knobs: Original
  
• Switch: 3 Way
• Pots/Codes: Original
• Case: Original HSC
• Notes: 

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