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 "You first notice how fast and comfortable the neck feels"
"The maple body and neck give the Viking a bright, fast attack, which provides a nice, balanced contrast to the pickups’ warm, fat tones."
"...Viking model favored by such unlikely bedfellows as Elvis Presley (in his ’68 Comeback Special) and former Germs, Nirvana and Foo Fighters member Pat Smear."
"...it was a blast to have pretty much endless sustain on tap whenever I wanted it..." 
"The Viking is so lively-and it has so many tones on tap-that you could definitely get through a gig with a one-channel amp."
"This is just a great guitar, and an even better deal."
"With its large block fingerboard inlays, five-ply top binding, bound fingerboard, elevated pickguard, "stair-slep" tuners and immaculale workmanship, the Swede boasts features and construction similar to guitars starting at $2,000." 
"...the action is enticingly low and smooth, and the fretwork shows that considerable care and detail went into the construction of this guitar."
"The Hagstrom Swede is a great choice for players who desire an instrument that stands out from the crowd both in terms of looks and sound"
"...almost every Viking note can be coaxed into a singing sustain."
"A timeless style and sound, aesthetic elements sure to appeal to classic archtop lovers, a high level of workmanship, easy playability, and a forgiving price place the Hagstrom Viking Deluxe in an enviable high-bang-for-your-buck-and-damn-it’s-pretty-to-look-at-too category."
"Distorted chords have a clarity that doesn’t degenerate to mush."
"...the action felt smooth and consistent from top to bottom. For the price of this instrument, the attention to detail is truly impressive."
"The Super Swede sounds like a guitar with a much higher price tag."
"The sustain is truly remarkable, and the high notes really sing in the bridge position." | 
