FAME Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss #25071668
Limited anniversary edition with burl poplar top, Seymour Duncan pickups and piezo pickup system
Special model for the 20th anniversary of the Fame brand
Made in Europe
Serial number: 25071668
Body made of khaya mahogany with poplar burl top
Neck made of sapele mahogany with "D" profile
Ebony fingerboard with '20th-Anniversary' inlay at the 12th fret
Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz neck pickup
Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB bridge pickup
Coil split via mini-switch
GraphTech Resomax Tune-O-Matic bridge with Ghost piezo pickups, active piezo preamp
Stopbar tailpiece
Gotoh locking tuners
Gig bag included
The Fame Forum IV Modern in video:
FAME Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary - Exclusive electric guitar in Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss
The Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss is a strictly limited special model issued by Fame to mark the brand’s 20th anniversary. It features premium tonewoods, modern all-round specifications, and exceptional playing comfort. The slim mahogany body with an elegant poplar burl top is not only visually striking, but also provides a comfortable playing position, with generous cutaways allowing unrestricted access across the entire neck. The neck is made from mahogany and traditionally set, with a flat D profile that sits comfortably in the hand, so that every riff or lick on the ebony fingerboard comes naturally. At the amplifier, the proven combination of a Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz in the neck and a Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB at the bridge delivers versatile sounds from pop and blues to rock. The coil-split function further expands tonal possibilities with authentic single-coil sounds. The integrated GraphTech Ghost piezo pickup system provides first-class acoustic guitar tones, offering virtually unlimited tonal variety and musical expression. A Tune-o-Matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece and precise Gotoh locking tuners complete the Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss.
The limited edition Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss with a top made of intensely figured burl poplar and '20th Anniversary' inlay on the 12th fret of the ebony fingerboard.
High playability and careful wood selection
The Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl is crafted by experienced European luthiers and impresses with its careful wood selection and flawless workmanship. The body is made from khaya mahogany with a poplar burl top, whose unique grain is skillfully highlighted by the finish. An elegant detail is the sharply contoured top with a recess in the cutaway, ensuring unhindered playability across all positions. The sapele mahogany neck sits comfortably in the hand thanks to its perfectly proportioned D profile, making every note on the ebony fingerboard feel effortless.
With two Seymour Duncan humbuckers and a piezo pickup system in the bridge, the Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl delivers versatile sounds.
Seymour Duncan humbucker for sounds between Blues and rock
Thanks to its versatile pickup configuration, the Fame Forum IV Modern delivers outstanding tonal flexibility. A Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB at the bridge and an SH-2n Jazz at the neck form a proven humbucker pair capable of covering blues, pop, rock, and even metal. The bridge pickup impresses with high output and focused mids, while the neck pickup provides warm vintage tones with long sustain. The coil-split circuit adds authentic single-coil sounds, offering the classic bell-like clarity and dynamic response.
The front volume control is designed as a push/pull pot and activates the piezo. The humbuckers can be split into single coils using the mini switch.
Piezo pickup system
In addition to the magnetic pickups, the Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary features a GraphTech Ghost piezo system integrated into the bridge with an active preamp. Activated via apull on the front volume control, it delivers realistic acoustic guitar tones with bright highs and natural attack. The piezo volume can be adjusted using the rear potentiometer, allowing seamless blending with the magnetic Seymour Duncan pickups.
The Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Charcoal Gloss has a body made of khaya mahogany, while the glued neck is made of sapele mahogany.
The Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary is equipped with Gotoh locking tuners for precise tuning and quick string changes.
Hardware from Gotoh and GraphTech
Finally, the Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl stands out with high-quality hardware that performs reliably on stage and in the studio. Strings are guided over a GraphTech Resomax Tune-O-Matic bridge with graphite string savers that accommodate the Ghost piezo elements, then anchored by a traditional stopbar tailpiece. A Black TUSQ nut and precise Gotoh locking tuners on the headstock ensure perfect tuning stability, completing the premium setup.
Tested by Gitarre & Bass in issue 03/18 Fame Forum IV Modern Test Report download
Excerpt: Otherwise, perfection down to the last detail. The unlacquered satin surfaces convey an extremely pleasant feel, the ergonomics a high level of playing comfort. Schaller hardware, Seymour Duncan pickups and GraphTech Ghost Piezo Bridge with corresponding Preamp - that's how you score plus points. Last but not least, the sound of both guitars is absolutely convincing and, thanks to their very good resonance characteristics, excellent dynamics and stable Sustain, they can also be used for a wide range of different musical genres.
Stars such as Peter Maffay, the 'guitar teacher of the nation' Peter Bursch, solo guitarist Andy Susemihl, JB Meijers and lead guitarist Anna of the Ukrainian girl rock band 'The Sixsters' play the Fame Forum.
Manufacturer information
MUSIC STORE professional GmbH Istanbulstr. 22-26 51103 Köln Germany info@musicstore.de www.musicstore.de +49 (0)221 8884-0
Features:
Manufacturer:
Fame
Series:
Forum IV Modern
Serial number:
25071668
Design:
Forum Double Cut
Body:
Khaya-Mahogany
Top:
Burl Poplar
Binding:
Natural
Neck:
Sapelli Mahogany
Neck Construction:
Set-in
Neck Profile:
'D'
Thickness at 1st Fret:
20.3
Thickness at 12th Fret:
22
Scale in mm:
628
Fretboard:
Ebony
Fretboard Type:
Fretted
Fretboard Radius in Inches:
12
Number of Frets:
24
Fret Format:
Medium Jumbo
Fretboard Inlays:
Dot
Nut type:
Graph Tech Black TUSQ
Nut width in mm:
43
Width at Last Fret:
56
Pickup:
HH
Manufacturer pickups:
Seymour Duncan
Neck Pickup:
SH-2n Jazz
Middle Pickup:
No
Bridge Pickup:
SH-4 JB
Active pickups:
No
Coil-splitting:
Yes
Piezo Pickup:
Yes
Electronic:
Active
Switch:
3-Way, Coil Split Mini Switch
Control:
Vol (Push/Pull), Piezo Blend
Bridge:
GraphTech Ghost Loaded ResoMax
Tailpiece:
Stopbar
Tuners:
Gotoh Locking
Strap Button:
Standard
Hardware:
Chrome
String Gauge:
.010 - .046
Factory Tuning:
Standard E
Finish:
High-Gloss
Colour:
Stonewashed Blue
Number of Strings:
6
Case included:
No
Gigbag included:
Yes
Certificate:
No
Fame Forum IV Modern 20th Anniversary Burl Stonewashed Blue Gloss #25071668