Tatchi Bass is a Korean bass guitar brand.
They specialize in building Fender-style instruments, with a particular focus on the so-called Pre-CBS period up until around 1965.
One notable feature is that they develop almost all of their own parts, from pickups and tuning machines to bridges and finishes.
They deeply analyze Pre-CBS Fenders and select the optimal woods, wiring materials, and metals.
They design each and every part with intention, controlling every detail when they create their basses. This type of manufacturing is ideal, but in reality it is extremely difficult.
As you can see, the bass GIB ordered this time is a Jazz Bass type.
The body is made of the highest quality ash.
Ash has been rising in price in recent years, and this model makes generous use of it.
The builder described it as a premium wood.
The color is Blond, which brings out the wood grain to the fullest.
The finish is a thin nitrocellulose lacquer that brings out the vessels.
The maple neck and fingerboard have a very classic design.
While the brand often offers satin-finished necks, I ordered this one with a gloss finish.
The finish is excellent, giving it an even more traditional feel.
The hardware is original.
It features classic reverse-wound tuning machines and a spiral bridge.
They describe the metal material, including the control plate, as Sound Steel.
It has been reproduced based on an analysis of vintage Fender hardware.
The pickups are original single-coil pickups.
They are cross-wired with black bobbins.
The overall aim is for a vintage-like character, but with a slightly cleaner impression.
The rich sound is appealing without losing its treble.
It is simply assembled with volume, tone, and passive controls.
The sound is truly the best JB sound.
A powerful and expansive low end, a mid-range with rich overtones, and a crisp treble.
It has a compact impression, but is by no means narrow.
A fat nuance, yet a speedy output.
Personally, I think these are the very essence of a truly great bass.
A masterpiece where the builder's knowledge and skill shine through.
Please come and try one out in store.
SPECS
Body: Premium Ash
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Maple
Color: Blond
Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer (gloss neck)
Nut Width: 38mm
Bridge Spacing: 20mm
Scale: 34-inch
GIB craftsmen will adjust the instrument for optimal playability before shipping it to you.
Accessories: None
Text: Tatsuma Terao
Inspector: Terao
Product Photos: Wakatsuki
◯About the GIB and TONIQ Warranty
●Lifetime Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store include lifetime free ""string vibration setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present a signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser at a GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop is eligible.
- Please be aware that shipping and other related costs will be charged.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your item within six months of purchase, we guarantee a full repurchase price. This guarantee applies to 50% of the original purchase price for new items and 70% of the original purchase price for used items.
● Defect Guarantee
All products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some consignment items, we will provide free repairs (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible) for any malfunctions that occur during normal use within the warranty period from the date of purchase.
The warranty period is three months for used items and one year for new items.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
- Malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
・Failure or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・Failure or damage caused by operating the instrument in a manner that violates the instructions in the instruction manual.
・Failure or damage to parts repaired or modified by a party other than our company.
・If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the information has been altered.
・If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty only applies to purchases made in Japan.)
●Up to 15% Off with Trade-in
Get a 10% discount on your purchase when you use our trade-in service. (Excludes consignment items. Only applies if the trade-in value is 20% or more of the total purchase price.)
In addition, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly buy-back campaign, you will receive a 15% discount.
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
Contact Information
LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308