Ascender Trio Plus
The Ascender Trio Plus takes the popular Trio model one step further to be the most versatile Ascender offering to date. The Trio Plus adds coil tapped Seymour Duncan 59 humbuckers to switch from humbucker chunk to single coil chime in an instant. Seymour Duncan Vintage Staggered Strat single coil pickups add a legendary voice and capture the nuances of your personal touch. The Trio Plus offers high gloss finishes and body binding for a polished look. Stress free portability combined with the ultimate in versatility create one guitar for any gig, anywhere.
Gloss Black finish: orders ship in early November. All other finishes ship on the standard timeline.
Peace of Mind for a Lifetime. At Ciari Guitars, we stand behind the exceptional craftsmanship of our instruments. Your new Ciari Ascender is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and manufacturing for the lifetime of the original owner, provided it is used under normal conditions for which it was designed.
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Peace of Mind for a Lifetime. At Ciari Guitars, we stand behind the exceptional craftsmanship of our instruments. Your new Ciari Ascender is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and manufacturing for the lifetime of the original owner, provided it is used under normal conditions for which it was designed.
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At Ciari Guitars, we’re committed to delivering an exceptional experience and want you to love your new guitar. If you’re not completely satisfied, we offer a 30-day return policy to ensure your confidence and satisfaction.
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At Ciari Guitars, we’re committed to delivering an exceptional experience and want you to love your new guitar. If you’re not completely satisfied, we offer a 30-day return policy to ensure your confidence and satisfaction.
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Ascender Trio Plus
The Ascender Trio Plus takes the popular Trio model one step further to be the most versatile Ascender offering to date. The Trio Plus adds coil tapped Seymour Duncan 59 humbuckers to switch from humbucker chunk to single coil chime in an instant. Seymour Duncan Vintage Staggered Strat single coil pickups add a legendary voice and capture the nuances of your personal touch. The Trio Plus offers high gloss finishes and body binding for a polished look. Stress free portability combined with the ultimate in versatility create one guitar for any gig, anywhere.
Peace of Mind for a Lifetime. At Ciari Guitars, we stand behind the exceptional craftsmanship of our instruments. Your new Ciari Ascender is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and manufacturing for the lifetime of the original owner, provided it is used under normal conditions for which it was designed.
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Peace of Mind for a Lifetime. At Ciari Guitars, we stand behind the exceptional craftsmanship of our instruments. Your new Ciari Ascender is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and manufacturing for the lifetime of the original owner, provided it is used under normal conditions for which it was designed.
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At Ciari Guitars, we’re committed to delivering an exceptional experience and want you to love your new guitar. If you’re not completely satisfied, we offer a 30-day return policy to ensure your confidence and satisfaction.
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At Ciari Guitars, we’re committed to delivering an exceptional experience and want you to love your new guitar. If you’re not completely satisfied, we offer a 30-day return policy to ensure your confidence and satisfaction.
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Ascender Trio Plus Electric Guitar Premium Portability and Unmatched Versatility
The Ascender Trio Plus is the pinnacle of versatility, form and function. One guitar, any gig anywhere. The Trio Plus combines Seymour Duncan 59 humbuckers with Seymour Duncan Vintage Staggered Strat single coil pickups in three confifgurations, HSS, HSH and SSS. Coil tapped humbuckers add a single coil voice at the push of a volume and tone pot for the ultimate in tonal variety. A familiar 5 way switch and Volume, Tone, Tone set up allows for unlimited tones at your fingertips in a familiar format and spacing.
The mahogany neck features a smooth, shallow C profile and a premium ebony fingerboard for effortless playability. PLEK-machined for precision, the neck offers flawless action, while medium jumbo frets and softened edges ensure comfort during extended sessions. Ciari’s locking tuners keep the guitar perfectly in tune—even after being folded down to a travel-friendly 18.5 inches. Designed for portability, the Ascender Standard Plus is crafted with touring and travel in mind. The patented folding mechanism uses an aircraft-grade aluminum hinge and a floating tailpiece to keep strings securely in place during transit. Weighing just 7.9 pounds, the guitar fits easily into its included quilted travel bag and can be paired with the optional Ciari Deluxe Carryall Backpack for added convenience.
Finished in stunning Olympic White Gloss or Jet Black Gloss, each model features contrast binding and a stylish custom pickguard for a sophisticated look. This guitar is built for every player who demands more from their instrument.
Key Features:
- Seymour Duncan ‘59 humbuckers with push/pull coil taps for versatile tone.
- Seymour Duncan Vintage Staggered Strat single coil pickups.
- Lightweight basswood body and PLEK-machined mahogany neck for comfort and playability.
- Revolutionary folding design for unmatched portability—folds down to just 18.5 inches.
- Premium nitro-gloss finish in Olympic White Gloss or Jet Black Gloss, with contrast binding.
- Comes with a Ciari Quilted Travel Bag; optional Deluxe Carryall Backpack available.
With the Ascender Trio Plus, you get world-class tone, professional-grade performance, and an instrument that fits effortlessly into your lifestyle. Whether you’re on stage, in the studio, or on the move, this guitar is your perfect companion and ready for any gig, anywhere.
Features and Specifications
- Body: Basswood, Weight Relieved
- Body Finish: Polyurethane
- Guitar Size: Full-sized
- Orientations: Right handed
- Neck Type: Bolt-On
- Neck Scale: 24 ¾"
- Neck Radius: 12"
- Neck Shape: Shallow C
- Neck Width Nut: 1.7" (43.2 mm)
- Neck Width 12th Fret: 2.1" (54.4 mm)
- Neck Length Overall: 23" (584 mm)
- Neck Thickness 1st Fret: 0.86" (21.9 mm)
- Neck Thickness 12th Fret: 0.96" (24.4 mm)
- Neck Edges: Softened
- Neck Material: Mahogany Wood
- Neck Finish: Hand-rubbed Urethane
- Neck Hinge: Aircraft Aluminum
- Hinge Finish: Black Anodized
- Fretboard Material: Ebony Wood
- Fretboard Inlays: Pearloid Dot
- Fretboard Length: 18"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Fret Material: Nickel-Silver
- Nut Material: TUSQ - Graph Tech
- Truss Rod: Yes
- Headstock: Formica Veneer
- Tuners: Ciari Custom Locking
- Tuner Finish: Chrome
- Tuner Position: 3x3
- Pickups: SSS, HSS, HSH
- Neck Pickups: Seymour Duncan '59 or Vintage Staggered Strat
- Neck '59 Output: 7.6 kΩ
- Neck Single-Coil Output: 13.3 kΩ
- Middle Single-Coil Output: 13.3 kΩ
- Bridge '59 Output: 8.2 kΩ
- Bridge Single-Coil Output: 13.3 kΩ
- Magnet Type: Alnico 5
- '59 Pickup Covers: Nickel
- Single Coil Pickup Covers: Black
- Pickup Type: Passive
- Pickup Switch: 5-way
- Knobs: Master Volume, Two Tone
- Knob Material: Knurled Aluminum
- Pot Resistance: 500 kΩ
- Pot Type: CTS Audio Taper
- Bridge: Nashville Tune-o-Matic
- Bridge Finish: Chrome
- Bridge Adjust: Height & Intonation
- Tail Piece Material: Aluminum
- Tail Piece Type: Floating Actuator
- Folded String Tension: 3 lbs
- String Management: Yes
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WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS:
- Guitar: 7.9 lbs ± 0.4 (3.6 kg ± 0.2)
- Guitar + Travel Bag: 8.9 lbs ± 0.5 (4.0 kg ± 0.3)
- Guitar + Bag + Backpack: 10.9 lbs ± 0.5 (4.9 kg ± 0.3)
- Guitar Length: 36.1" (916 mm)
- Folded Length: 18.5" (470 mm)
- Guitar Depth: 1.75"
- Guitar Body Width: 12.6" (321 mm)
- PLEK Machined: Yes
- Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46
- String Height: 4/64" (1.25 mm)
- Quilted Travel Bag
- Truss Rod Allen Key
- Bridge Allen Key
- Owners Manual
FACTORY SETUP
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES