Are These Dublin’s Best Metal Machines? Yes they are......
Let’s get one thing straight—Spira guitars aren’t just “great for the price”. They’re absolute weapons, built to slay riffs, shred solos, and leave high-end brands sweating. Exclusively at Musicmaker Dublin, Spira is rewriting the rules for budget-friendly metal guitars. You want face-melting tone, rock-solid hardware, and next-level feel? It’s all here—without taking out a loan.
Spira doesn’t dabble in “entry-level”. These guitars are spec’d like ESP LTDs, feel like PRS SEs, and look like they should cost twice as much. But they don’t. Because Spira’s mission is simple: bring pro-level guitars to real-world players.
Why Spira Is Dominating the Metal Scene
What makes Spira stand out in the crowded field of metal guitars? For starters, these instruments pack a tonne of premium specs usually reserved for guitars twice the price. Think roasted maple necks, stainless steel frets, locking tuners, and sleek modern body contours. The build quality is razor-sharp, the playability is lightning-fast, and the tone? Pure molten fury.
These guitars aren’t just decent “for the price”—they’re legit metal machines in their own right. Many players are comparing them to much pricier guitars from ESP LTD and PRS SE, citing comparable fretwork, sustain, and aggressive tone shaping.
- Roasted maple necks across the entire range—stable, smooth, and fast as hell
- Stainless steel frets for insane durability and buttery bends
- Locking tuners to keep your tuning tight, even after an hour of divebombs
- Modern neck profiles that feel instantly familiar
- Aggressive aesthetics with slick matte finishes and carved tops
- Custom-voiced pickups that sound HUGE, with clarity and punch in every position
Spira 400 Series – The Budget Riff Reaper
Don’t let the price fool you—the Spira 400 punches way above its weight. This is the ideal shredder for anyone who wants top-tier specs without draining their savings.
Key specs
- Poplar body with sleek satin finishes (Charcoal Black, Deep Blue, more)
- Roasted maple bolt-on neck with 24 jumbo stainless steel frets
- Dual high-output humbuckers with 3-way switching
- Modern C profile, super comfy for fast riffing
- Fixed bridge for rock-solid tuning stability
Featured Models:
Spira S-400 MBK – Satin Black with a slick, minimalist edge. The stealth shredder.
Spira T-400 MWH – Satin White with a T-style body, perfect for those who want a little vintage shape with full-metal bite.
Online praise:
"I honestly thought the neck was roasted maple by accident... it's that nice. Plays smoother than my $900 Ibanez." – Reddit user
"The fretwork is flawless. No sharp edges, no dead spots, just straight up metal-ready." – The Gear Page
Spira 450 Series – The Tone-Tweaker’s Dream
Need more versatility without sacrificing aggression? The Spira 450 brings the heat and the flexibility. With upgraded tonewoods and coil-splitting magic, this beast can handle modern metal, prog, bluesy leads—you name it.
Key specs:
- Ash body with contoured heel and belly cut for ultimate comfort
- Roasted maple neck & fretboard with luminous side dots (yes, glow-in-the-dark!)
- Alnico V pickups with coil-splitting push/pull tone pot
- Graphite nut & locking tuners for ultra-reliable tuning
- Satin finish in killer colours like Crimson Fade and Natural Ash
Featured Model:
Spira S-450 TRD – Flame Maple top in Transparent Red. Looks like it’s on fire even before you plug in.
Online praise:
"I ditched my PRS SE after trying this. The 450 just felt right and the single coil tones blew me away." – Ultimate Guitar
"It’s like a Tele and a shred machine had a baby. And it rips." – Reddit
Spira 500 Series – The Flagship Axe That Feels Illegal at This Price
This is the one that really shouldn’t be this affordable. The Spira 500 looks, feels, and plays like something you’d find on a custom shop wall. From the carved top to the compound radius fretboard, it’s a full-blown monster for serious players.
Key specs:
- Mahogany body with flamed maple top – gorgeous and resonant
- Graphite-reinforced roasted maple neck for unbeatable stability
- Sculpted heel joint for easy access to all 24 stainless steel frets
- Multi-voice humbuckers with coil tap for a huge range of tones
- Premium hardware including locking tuners, steel bridge, and Luminlay markers
Featured Model:
Spira S-500 QFB – Quilted Maple in Fireburst. Looks like it crawled out of a volcano, ready to drop jaws.
Online praise:
"This thing is as close to a boutique guitar as I’ve ever played under €1k. Just wild." – The Gear Page
"I A/B’d it against my ESP Horizon. Couldn’t believe how close they felt." – Reddit
Why Musicmaker Is the Spira Guitar Destination
As Ireland’s leading independent music shop since the early ‘80s, Musicmaker knows what players want—and Spira is proof. These guitars are spec’d just the way they should be, meaning they’re built for real-world players, not just to hit price points.
They’re available exclusively at Musicmaker.ie and in-store in Dublin. That means better service, better QC, and better advice from a staff that lives and breathes music gear.
Final Verdict: Spira Guitars Are the Best Metal Guitars for the Money
Whether you're chugging breakdowns, sweeping arpeggios, or dialling in the perfect clean channel for your ambient intros, Spira delivers pro-level performance at a price that makes sense. With the 400, 450, and 500 Series, there’s something for every player ready to melt faces without melting their wallet.
So if you’re hunting for your next metal guitar, skip the overpriced brands and get your hands on a Spira at Musicmaker. You’ll wonder why you ever looked elsewhere.
Check out our current Spira Range Here
Got any questions about these guitars? About other guitars? About the difference between melodic black doom and elven crust core?
Get in touch via the Intercom button below, we are always happy to help out.
