Mooer GTRS Guitars Modern 800 DPP

Mooer GTRS Guitars Modern 800 DPP review

The Mooer GTRS Guitars Modern 800 DPP pairs a familiar ST-style electric guitar layout with built-in digital modeling and practice tools. Its alder body, roasted maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, and two humbuckers give it the basic shape of a conventional electric guitar. The onboard GTRS system adds selectable presets, guitar simulations, effects, and direct USB recording. That combination makes the 800 DPP particularly suited to players who want one instrument for regular playing, headphone practice, and app-based sound editing.

The model has been available since April 2024. It is finished in high-gloss Dark Purple, with a matching headstock, black hardware, and a brushed-metal black pickguard. One owner describes the metallic purple finish as striking and reports excellent fretwork, clean overall finishing, and a good factory setup. These are individual impressions rather than a guarantee that every instrument will arrive identically adjusted, but they suggest a strong first impression out of the box.

Construction and playability

The bolt-on roasted maple neck has a Standard C profile and a satin finish. Its 647.7 mm (25.5-inch) scale, 12-inch fingerboard radius, 42 mm nut width, and 24 jumbo nickel-silver frets make the specification familiar to players used to a full-scale electric guitar. A bone nut sits between the neck and the GTRS M1 bridge. The guitar uses PRS locking machine heads and ships with.009 to.046 strings. Mooer lists the instrument at approximately 3.8 kg, or 4.66 kg with the included gig bag.

The hardware and core layout keep the instrument practical for everyday use. A three-way selector chooses between the neck and bridge humbuckers or their combined position, while conventional volume and tone controls remain available. The GTRS HMT-1N is at the neck and the GTRS HMT-1B is at the bridge. One player praised their strong output, while another felt the bridge pickup could be better when playing without effects. That difference in opinion is useful context: the pickup response may suit players seeking a punchy sound, but traditional clean-tone preferences are personal.

Modeling and control

The active GTRS Intelligent Process System is the defining feature. Mooer specifies 16 guitar simulations and 128 guitar effects, with four selectable, editable presets accessed through the Super Knob. The knob handles the main output and preset control, while the dedicated GTRS app serves as the editor for the guitar. The system therefore offers a wide range of sounds without requiring a separate modeling pedal for basic exploration.

According to one owner, the system worked well through headphones and a full-range, flat-response speaker. A separate user noted hearing interference through an amplifier when effects were active. That report does not establish how common the issue is, but it is worth checking the guitar with the intended amplifier and effects settings during a return window. The instrument can also be played without relying on its digital effects, so buyers should listen to the humbuckers directly if conventional amplifier use is a priority.

Practice and recording features

The rechargeable internal GLB-P1 lithium-ion battery is rated for up to 10 hours of use per charge and 15 hours of standby. USB-C handles charging and USB On-The-Go recording to a smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth 5.0 is also included. A 6.3 mm jack can be used with headphones for silent practice, and the GTRS app provides a tuner, drum machine, metronome, and an 80-second looper.

These tools give the 800 DPP a clear practice focus. The looper can support short rhythm and lead exercises, while the drum machine and metronome provide built-in timing options. The app-based tuner adds another way to check tuning. One customer described the guitar as enjoyable for practice, with plenty of functions to explore. Players who prefer a simple instrument with no menus or digital controls may find the feature set excessive, but those who like experimenting will have a lot to try.

What is included and who should consider it

The package includes a gig bag, an Allen key, and a USB-C cable. A wireless GWF4 footswitch is optional and not included, so wireless foot control requires a separate purchase. Mooer lists no MIDI pickup, piezo system, or tremolo, and the guitar does not include a hard case.

The Modern 800 DPP makes the most sense for players who want a full-scale guitar with onboard modeling, headphone practice, and direct mobile recording. Its conventional controls and humbucker layout keep the instrument recognizable, while the app and built-in tools extend its role beyond a standard electric guitar. Owner feedback is especially positive about the finish, factory setup, and sound through headphones or a full-range speaker. The reported amplifier interference and the mixed view of the bridge pickup are reasons to test those specific aspects for yourself. For a player who values integrated practice and sound-shaping options, Mooer has put a substantial set of functions into a single guitar.