Sterling by Music Man AX3FM-TBK Axis – Trans Black
The Sterling by Music Man AX3FM-TBK Axis brings the distinctive Axis design to an accessible electric guitar with versatile electronics, comfortable playability and a striking Trans Black finish.
Featuring a flame maple top, dual Alnico humbuckers and a five-way pickup selector, the AX3FM combines the character of a dual-humbucker guitar with additional tonal flexibility.
Its asymmetrical hard maple neck, 25.5-inch scale length and fulcrum tremolo bridge make it a versatile choice for guitarists exploring rock, blues, pop and other contemporary styles.
Distinctive flame maple top
The AX3FM features a flame maple top with a Trans Black finish that highlights the wood’s figured appearance. Its distinctive double-cutaway Axis body provides access to the upper frets while retaining the recognizable styling of the original Axis design.
The guitar’s Jabon body is paired with a hard maple neck and fingerboard, creating a combination of contrasting materials and finishes.
Dual Alnico humbuckers with five-way switching
Two Alnico humbucking pickups provide a versatile foundation for both clean and overdriven guitar tones. The five-way pickup selector offers additional tonal combinations beyond a conventional three-position dual-humbucker setup. A master volume and tone control allow players to adjust their sound directly from the guitar.
This pickup configuration makes the AX3FM suitable for musicians who want humbucker character with additional switching flexibility.
Asymmetrical maple neck
The guitar features an asymmetrical hard maple neck with a 12-inch fingerboard radius and 22 narrow frets. The 25.5-inch scale length provides a familiar playing format, while the neck’s distinctive profile is designed to offer a comfortable grip. A five-bolt neck attachment connects the neck to the body.
Fulcrum tremolo bridge
The vintage-inspired fulcrum tremolo bridge allows players to introduce expressive pitch variations into their playing. Diecast tuners and a single-action truss rod complete the instrument’s hardware and neck-adjustment specifications. The AX3FM comes fitted with .009–.042 gauge strings, according to the manufacturer.
Who is the AX3FM suitable for?
The Sterling AX3FM is worth considering for electric guitarists who prefer a dual-humbucker configuration, a 25.5-inch scale length and the expressive possibilities of a tremolo bridge. Its five-way switching also makes it an option for musicians looking for tonal variety in a single electric guitar, whether practising at home, recording or performing.
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Specification |
Details |
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Brand |
Sterling by Music Man |
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Series |
SUB Series Axis |
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Manufacturer model |
ST-AX3FM-TBK-M1 |
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Colour |
Trans Black |
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Body wood |
Jabon |
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Top |
Flame maple |
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Neck |
Hard maple |
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Fingerboard |
Hard maple |
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Neck profile |
Asymmetrical |
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Scale length |
25.5″ / 64.8 cm |
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Fingerboard radius |
12″ / 30.5 cm |
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Frets |
22, narrow |
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Pickups |
2 Alnico humbuckers |
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Pickup selector |
5-way |
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Controls |
1 volume, 1 tone |
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Bridge |
Fulcrum tremolo |
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Tuners |
Diecast |
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Neck attachment |
5-bolt |
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Nut width |
42 mm |
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Factory strings |
.009–.042 |
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Gig bag |
Not included |
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