The Manson Verona Classic Crystal Blue Gloss brings together iconic design and cutting-edge craftsmanship, based on the exact specifications of Matthew Bellamy’s touring guitar from the Will Of The People era. Built in the UK by Manson Guitar Works, this model pushes beyond traditional S-style guitars with refined ergonomics, a distinctive tonal character, and a visually stunning Crystal Blue Gloss finish complemented by chrome hardware and a frosted plate. It’s a modern classic with unmistakable stage presence.
At the heart of the Verona Classic is its meticulously engineered pickup configuration. The custom V set neck and middle pickups deliver vintage-inspired clarity and expressive warmth, while the PF1 humbucker adds power, articulation, and depth. Designed with a sand-cast Alnico 5 magnet and high carbon steel components, the PF1 ensures tight lows, rich mids, and sparkling highs—perfect for driving amps while maintaining definition. This combination gives players a versatile tonal palette, from cinematic cleans to aggressive lead tones.
Crafted with premium materials, the guitar features a hand-selected alder body, a roasted 3A flame maple neck with a comfortable Soft V profile, and a smooth rosewood fingerboard with a compound radius for effortless playability. High-end Gotoh hardware, including the 510T tremolo system, ensures tuning stability and performance reliability. Complete with a MGW Hiscox case, the Verona Classic is built for musicians who demand professional quality, distinctive tone, and a guitar that performs flawlessly on stage or in the studio.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Finish: Crystal Blue Gloss
Neck
- Material: Roasted 3A Flame Maple
- Profile: Soft V
- Scale Length: 25.5″ (648mm)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Radius: 12″–16″ Compound
- Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo NS
- Nut: Graphtech TUSQ
- Nut Width: 1.65″ (42mm)
- Inlays: Front and Side Dots
Hardware
- Hardware: Gotoh 5 Series HAPS
- Bridge: Gotoh 510T Tremolo
Electronics
- Pickups: Manson V Set (Neck & Middle), Manson PF1 Humbucker (Bridge)
- Controls: Master Volume, 2 x Tone Controls
- Switching: Oak Grigsby 5-Way Selector
Accessories
- Case: MGW Hiscox F Style Case
