Why the Vox Bobcat S66 is a Guitar Unlike Any Other

We’re always on the hunt for a guitar that effortlessly combines modern tones with the timeless allure and attractiveness of classic design, so naturally, the Vox Bobcat S66 springs to mind. This guitar is a bit of a gem in the world of guitars with its unique sound, and although it may look like a standard semi-hollow body guitar like your Gibson 335 and your Gretsch’s, it has some unique features that are bound to pick your ears.

The Bobcat was originally produced in Italy during the mid-1960s and it featured the same unusual three original single coil pickup configuration and a distinct look as it does with the revived version we see today. It seamlessly combines the charm of vintage aesthetics with the innovation of a modern tone and with its unique sound, comfortable playability, and solid build quality it makes for a versatile choice for any guitarist. So, with that said have a suss of our video below as we show you around the Vox Bobcat S66.

Specifications

BODY
Laminated Maple construction
Weight-relieved Spruce centre block
5-ply white top binding
Single-ply white back binding
44mm (1 3/4″) rim thickness

COLORS
3-Tone Sunburst, Cherry Red, Black, Italian Green and Sapphire Blue

NECK
Mahogany
Modern C-shape
43mm (1 11/16″) nut width

FINGERBOARD
Premium Macassar Ebony fingerboard
Single-ply white binding
22 frets, 2.4 x 1.3mm (.095″ x .050″)

SCALE
635mm (25″) scale length

HARDWARE
Grover® Sta-Tite™ tuning keys

PICKUPS
3 Vox S66 single coil pickups with Alnico magnets and vulcanized fibre construction

CONTROLS
3 Volume, 1 Tone, with vintage-style knurled aluminium knobs

DIMENSIONS
416mm (16 3/8″) wide x 1060mm (41 3/4″) long
Approximately 3.1kg (approximately 7 lbs)

INCLUDES
Hardshell case
Wrench for truss rod adjustments