NAMM 2023: Donner expands its Seeker Series with two vintage-inspired and shred-friendly models

Donner Seeker Series electric guitar
(Image credit: Donner)

NAMM 2023: Donner has added two new electric guitars to its Seeker Series collection, the DST-600 and DST-700.

Both inspired by the Fender Stratocaster design, the DST-600 and DST-700 serve to cater to two distinct groups of players from two opposite ends of the playing spectrum: while DST-600 opts for vintage-inspired looks and feel, the DST-700 sets its sights on appeasing modern shredders.

For a full breakdown of each model, cast your gaze below.

Donner DST-600

First up is the DST-600 – a descendant of Donner’s existing DST-100 template that features an alder body, C-shaped maple neck and a choice of either maple or rosewood fingerboards depending on what pickup configuration is elected.

While the HSS models flash rosewood, the SSS six-strings feature maple, though both iterations come equipped with 22 medium jumbo stainless steel frets, a bone nut and single-action truss rod.

Other specs include an assortment of Donner D-Cream Series Alnico V pickups – which are dictated via a five-way switch, one volume control and two tone knobs, one of which doubles as a push/pull control – and vintage-style hardware.

Colors on offer include Sunset, Shell Pink, Surf Green, Carnival Red and White.

Donner DST-700

The above is joined by the DST-700, which brings to the table some interesting appointments in an effort to appeal to modern-leaning players who are more fond of slick playability and modern tones.

At its core, it features a five-piece roasted maple neck, which is topped with a 22-fret, compound radius fingerboard and paired with either a basswood or mahogany body. Those modern tones are sought after by three different pickup configurations – HH, HSS or HSH – which comprise Donner’s Hyper Series pickups.

Elsewhere, the guitar offers locking tuners, a two-point synchronized tremolo bridge and a control layout that features a master volume knob and push/pull coil-splitting tone pot. 

As for aesthetics, the mahogany-bodied DST-700 is available in a Natural finish, while the basswood iteration is available in six matte colorways.

Prices for the above guitars start from $480 and range up to $550 in various setups.

For more information, head over to Donner.

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Matt Owen

Matt is a Staff Writer, writing for Guitar World, Guitarist and Total Guitar. He has a Masters in the guitar, a degree in history, and has spent the last 16 years playing everything from blues and jazz to indie and pop. When he’s not combining his passion for writing and music during his day job, Matt records for a number of UK-based bands and songwriters as a session musician.