Sisu Classic #002

SERIAL NUMBER: #2504002-G

Sisu #002: A closer look

While we’re busy building custom-ordered Sisu guitars, we reserved a few of the very first serial numbers for special stock instruments. These guitars appear on our website from time to time, each one featuring something we’ve never done before—and Sisu #002 is no exception.

The standout feature of Sisu #002 is the brand-new Hot Red BareBone finish. This deep candy red takes on a whole new life! The wood’s grain pattern comes alive with dramatic contrast, playing with light and shadow in a way that reveals the unique metallic sheen of the color.

You might’ve noticed those toggle switches and wondered what they do. A video walkthrough is on the way ☝️ (thanks for your patience—our resources are limited!). Meanwhile, here’s a quick breakdown of the controls – the Sisu Switcheroo, as we’ve named it. Refer to the photo above—left to right:

Bridge pickup series/parallel (parallel gives you a single-coil-like clarity, while remaining hum-canceling)
Lassi-Fier (adds a focused midrange push, like a cocked wah—named after our own Valvebucker wizard, Lassi Ukkonen)
Out-of-phase (adds a nasal tone when both pickups are on; with only the neck pickup, it acts as a high-pass filter)
Neck pickup series/parallel (again, parallel offers that single-coil character with humbucking silence)

Even if the array of switches might look overwhelming at first glance, the layout is surprisingly intuitive. With all toggles in the down position, it’s your classic two-humbucker setup. Flip one—or several—up, and you unlock a wide spectrum of inspiring tones, ready to explore.

Interested in making this guitar yours? Reach out for an offer—or if you have any questions about the guitar or the buying process, I’ll be happy to help!