{"product_id":"godin-lerxst-limelight-alex-lifeson-rush-signature-guitar-vega-trem-brand-new","title":"Godin LERXST Limelight Alex Lifeson Rush Signature Guitar~ Vega Trem~ Brand New!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGodin LERXST Limelight Alex Lifeson Signature – Limelight Cream – Vega Trem – Brand New\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🇨🇦\u003cb\u003e MADE IN CANADA | BRAND NEW | ORIGINAL LERXST HARD CASE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional opportunity to own Alex Lifeson’s extraordinary LERXST Limelight signature guitar – brand new, Canadian-made and offered at a saving of £1,654 against its original UK RRP of £5,149.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE RETURN OF RUSH. THE LEGACY OF ALEX LIFESON.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Rush’s highly anticipated return to the UK in March 2027, including two nights at Manchester’s Co-op Live, there’s never been a more exciting time to celebrate the guitars of Alex Lifeson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here at Chordplay Guitars, we’ve secured something rather special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Godin LERXST Limelight in stunning Limelight Cream, equipped with the Vega Trem system and supplied with its original LERXST hard case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new, made in Canada and developed in collaboration with Alex Lifeson himself. We managed to secure just one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eINSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY HENTOR SPORTSCaster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the early 1980s, as Rush pushed into increasingly ambitious musical territory, Alex Lifeson needed a guitar capable of delivering an enormous range of sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis solution was the legendary Hentor Sportscaster – a heavily modified Strat-style instrument that became synonymous with his playing throughout one of Rush’s most celebrated eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LERXST Limelight brings that iconic concept into the modern age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by Alex Lifeson in partnership with Godin, it combines the unmistakable character of his original guitars with modern craftsmanship, bespoke electronics and exceptional playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t simply a vintage reissue. It’s Alex Lifeson’s classic design, refined for today’s player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREMIUM CANADIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in Canada, the Limelight features a beautifully contoured swamp ash body, paired with a hard rock maple neck and an ebony fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12-inch fingerboard radius and 22 medium stainless steel frets deliver effortless string bending, smooth lead playing and exceptional durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable, responsive and beautifully finished, this is a genuinely premium instrument designed to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCUSTOM MOJOTONE PICKUPS – DESIGNED FOR ALEX LIFESON\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Limelight’s versatile HSS configuration features three custom Mojotone pickups developed specifically to Alex’s requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful double-blade humbucker in the bridge is complemented by two carefully voiced single-coils, delivering everything from articulate cleans to soaring, harmonically rich lead tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the pickups balanced across all positions, this guitar offers the tonal versatility that made Alex’s original Hentor Sportscasters so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVEGA TREM \u0026amp; LOCKING TUNERS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example features the superb Vega Trem system, paired with 18:1 ratio Godin locking tuners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffering smooth, expressive tremolo performance with excellent tuning stability, it’s a fantastic modern alternative to the traditional Floyd Rose configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the 25.5-inch scale length, Graph Tech nut and stainless steel frets, the result is a beautifully engineered instrument built for demanding players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE FINISHING TOUCHES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gorgeous high-gloss Limelight Cream finish contrasts beautifully with the black pickguard, chrome hardware and maple headstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse of the headstock features Alex Lifeson’s reproduced signature, alongside Godin’s Canadian-made branding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the presentation is just as impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar comes complete with its original black LERXST-branded hard case, featuring gold-coloured hardware and a striking deep red plush interior, together with its accompanying accessories and paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly special package for Rush enthusiasts, collectors and players alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFULL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Godin \/ LERXST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature Artist: Alex Lifeson – Rush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: LERXST Limelight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel Number: 052905\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Limelight Cream\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: High Gloss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody: Contoured Swamp Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck: Hard Rock Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Construction: Bolt-On\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard: Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12” (304.8mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber of Frets: 22\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFret Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFret Size: Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 25.5” (647.7mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut: Graph Tech\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 41.91mm (1.65”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge: Vega Trem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine Heads: Godin 18:1 Locking Tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge Pickup: Mojotone LERXST Double-Blade Humbucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiddle Pickup: Overwound Mojotone LERXST Single-Coil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Pickup: Mojotone LERXST Single-Coil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls: Master Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitching: 3-Way Toggle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrings: .010–.046\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase: Original LERXST Branded Hard Case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBRAND NEW – AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is brand new, supplied directly from the former UK Godin distributor, and comes complete with its original hard case, accessories and paperwork as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the actual guitar available from Chordplay Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Rush returning to the UK in 2027, the appeal of this remarkable Alex Lifeson signature model speaks for itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable now from Chordplay Guitars, Darwen, Lancashire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewing and demonstrations welcome. Open seven days a week. Part exchange enquiries welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCases, gig bags and accessories are only included where explicitly stated in the description or shown in the photographs. We also stock a selection of hard cases and gig bags which can be purchased separately. Please get in touch if you’d like us to recommend a suitable option for this guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar includes its original LERXST \/ Godin branded hard case, together with the accompanying bag of accessories, paperwork, tremolo arm and adjustment tools, as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy From Chordplay Guitars?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Independent, family-run guitar shop based in Darwen, Lancashire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Open seven days a week, with a friendly, knowledgeable team always happy to help\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Specialising in carefully selected new and used guitars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Every used guitar is carefully checked over and cleaned before sale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Any setup work needed is carried out prior to sale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Part exchange welcome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• £50 deposit secures any guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational Buyers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImport duties, taxes, VAT and customs charges are not included in the purchase price or shipping cost and are the buyer’s responsibility. 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