Limited to just 75 instruments worldwide, the Ernie Ball Music Man BFR Albert Lee HH gives the celebrated session guitarist’s retro-futuristic signature model the prestigious Ball Family Reserve treatment, pairing rare tonewoods with elite-level craftsmanship and striking appointments. A solid, bookmatched flamed maple top brings dramatic figuring to the lightweight okoume body, with a translucent Malibu Burst finish accentuating the depth and movement of the grain. The roasted figured maple neck and fingerboard feature a hand-rubbed oil and wax finish for a fast, natural feel, highlighted by white pearloid block inlays for a distinctive, high-end look. Dual custom-wound DiMarzio humbuckers bring a powerful, versatile tonal range to the Albert Lee platform, with a five-way selector extending sonic possibilities well beyond a standard HH setup. A Music Man vintage tremolo supports expressive pitch control, while Schaller locking tuners ensure dependable tuning stability. Complete with a Mono gig bag, signed tremolo back plate and numbered certificate of authenticity, the Albert Lee HH stands as a fittingly exclusive Ball Family Reserve interpretation of one of Music Man’s most distinctive signature designs.

Lightweight Okoume and Flamed Maple for Balanced Warmth and Definition

A lightweight okoume body gives the Albert Lee BFR HH a warm, resonant foundation, capped with solid, bookmatched flamed maple for added clarity and definition. This premium combination complements the full-bodied response of the dual DiMarzio humbuckers, helping chords retain separation and lead lines speak with a crisp, immediate attack. The Albert Lee’s angular body remains comfortable and well balanced, with a sculpted five-bolt neck joint providing smooth access into the upper register. The dramatic flamed maple is showcased beneath a custom Malibu Burst finish, giving this 75-piece BFR run a visual identity every bit as distinctive as the guitar’s unmistakable retro-futuristic shape.

Roasted Figured Maple Neck Offers Smooth, Responsive Playability

A roasted figured maple neck and matching fingerboard give the Albert Lee HH a premium playing feel with striking natural figuring throughout. The C-shaped profile combines a familiar feel with a 25.5" scale and 10" fingerboard radius, providing a versatile foundation for chord work, bends and fast lead playing. Twenty-two high-profile, medium-width stainless steel frets offer a smooth surface with excellent wear resistance, while Music Man's gunstock oil and hand-rubbed wax finish leaves the maple feeling natural and fast beneath the fretting hand. White pearloid block inlays give this limited BFR edition its own distinctive look, complemented by glow-in-the-dark side markers for easier navigation on dimly lit stages.

Dual DiMarzio Humbuckers Expand the Albert Lee’s Tonal Range

The Albert Lee HH brings a powerful dual-humbucker voice to the signature platform, utilizing the same custom-wound DiMarzio pickups found in the Music Man Axis. Their full-bodied response delivers plenty of weight and punch while retaining the clarity and definition needed for articulate chords and intricate lead work. A five-way selector yields a versatile range of sounds from the two pickups, giving players plenty of room to move between fuller, warmer tones and more focused, cutting textures. Master volume and tone controls keep sound shaping simple and immediate, rounding out a flexible passive electronics package with plenty of range for the stage and studio.

Vintage-Style Tremolo Pairs Expressive Control With Reliable Tuning Stability

Music Man's vintage tremolo combines chrome-plated hardened steel construction with bent steel saddles for smooth, expressive pitch control and a direct, responsive feel. Schaller M6-IND locking tuners simplify string changes and provide a secure foundation at the headstock, working alongside Music Man's compensated nut to support accurate intonation and dependable tuning performance. An easily accessible truss rod allows neck relief to be adjusted without removing strings or other components, making routine setup changes straightforward. The Albert Lee HH ships with Custom Slinky RPS strings and an included Mono gig bag for dependable protection between sessions and performances.

An Elevated Take on an Iconic Signature Instrument

Across a career spanning more than six decades, Albert Lee has earned acclaim for the speed, precision and musicality of his playing, particularly the fluid hybrid-picking technique that has become one of his signatures. His work with artists including Emmylou Harris, Eric Clapton and the Everly Brothers has carried that unmistakable style across country, rock and roots music while cementing his reputation as a highly influential guitarist. The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR Albert Lee HH celebrates that legacy with an especially refined take on his unmistakable signature design, pairing the warmth and definition of flamed maple and okoume with versatile DiMarzio humbuckers, a roasted figured maple neck and elevated appointments throughout. Limited to only 75 instruments worldwide, each guitar includes a signed tremolo back plate and numbered certificate of authenticity, completing a rare Ball Family Reserve release that brings exceptional materials and boutique-level craftsmanship to one of Music Man's most distinctive designs.