{"product_id":"191956346","title":"【new】HEX Guitars \/ NB505 S\/BK 3.85kg #HL0103936【GIB Hyogo】【Plek-adjusted】","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eHEX Guitars is a South Korea-based brand specializing in entry-level to mid-range guitars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey own their own factory in Indonesia, and the company president himself lives there to maintain a high level of quality control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis dedication, evident in the president's personal involvement rather than outsourcing, allows them to produce guitars of a quality far exceeding what one might expect from their price point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NB505 is the base model for their newly launched \"NEXT SERIES.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt features modern and comprehensive specifications, including fanned frets and active circuitry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe refined body shape is crafted from mahogany.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe neck utilizes a laminated design of maple and walnut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy laminating several pieces of wood to form the neck, left-right asymmetry is minimized, resulting in high stability and robustness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fretboard is made of walnut, with a relatively flat 12-inch radius.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe neck shape is relatively thin, a slim C-shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe frets are made of stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStainless steel is characterized by its lack of tarnishing and high hardness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStainless steel frets are popular because they retain their shine indefinitely and are extremely resistant to wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are also used by high-end guitar brands such as Suhr Guitars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pickups are original single-coil pickups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey use original pickups in many of their models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is not for cost-cutting purposes, but because they have confidence in the quality of the pickups they design themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pickups are designed by staff who know music and play music on a daily basis, after thoroughly researching many elements such as magnets, wires, and bobbins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt features an original preamp, allowing for flexible sound shaping with a 3-band EQ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe EQ frequency range is practical: BASS 50Hz, MIDDLE 1kHz, Treble 6kHz.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe controls are Volume (active\/passive switch with push-pull switch), Balancer, BASS, MIDDLE, and TREBLE. (Preamp gain can be adjusted from the back panel)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe balance in your hand is excellent, and even those who usually play Fender basses will likely find the HEX NB easy to play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo special headless strings are needed; standard bass strings (Jazz Bass or Precision Bass) can be used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a clean sound typical of headless basses, yet it doesn't lose musical harmonics or rich bass tones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe basic quality of the neck is extremely high, resulting in excellent playability; it's difficult to say it's inferior to instruments in the 200,000 yen range.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, it's a superb product with high quality in looks, playability, and sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou might be hesitant because it's headless, but I highly recommend trying it out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll likely be surprised by its high quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product has undergone precise fret leveling using PLEK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll frets are perfectly level, theoretically producing a stable tone without buzz.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs this is a show model, there are some minor scratches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease understand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e●SPECS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBODY\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: Indonesian Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eSHAPE: HEX\u0026amp;#174; NEXT BASS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNECK\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: 5 Piece Maple \/ Walnut\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Satin\u003cbr\u003eSHAPE: \"C\"\u003cbr\u003eSCALE: Multi-scale 33\"-35\"\u003cbr\u003eTRUSS ROD: Standard Type\u003cbr\u003eASSEMBLY: 4 Bolt-On\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFRET BOARD\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: Walnut\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Light Matte\u003cbr\u003eFRETS: 24, Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRADIUS: 12\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT: Bone\u003cbr\u003eINLAY: Pearloid Dot, 5mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHEAD\u003cbr\u003eHEADPIECE: Custom Designed by Alchemy\u0026amp;#174;\u003cbr\u003eCOLOR: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Matte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePICKUPS\u003cbr\u003eCONFIGURATION: SS\u003cbr\u003eCONTROLS: 1-Volume (Active\/Passive Push-Pull), 1-Blend, 3-Band-EQ (Treble, Middle, Bass)\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE PICKUP: Custom Single Coil\u003cbr\u003eNECK PICKUP: Custom Single Coil\u003cbr\u003eHARDWARES\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE: Mono-Rail Bridge by Alchemy®\u003cbr\u003eSTRING: D'Addario® EXL170-5 (.045-.130)\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Deluxe Gigbag\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs an aside, I met them at the Osaka Sound Messe in 2024.\u003cbr\u003eInitially, I misheard the price as 6000 USD and thought, \"The quality is high, but the price is also high,\" so I put the deal on hold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, I later realized that I had misheard, and the actual price was 600 USD, so I contacted them immediately. It was only natural, since I felt 6000 USD was reasonable, but 600 USD was even more reasonable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA few days later, we had another business meeting in Seoul, and it was agreed that GIB and TONIQ would handle the distribution of HEX in the Japanese market.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince then, we've had frequent meetings with them, and finally, we've managed to launch this product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've uploaded detailed explanatory videos to YouTube, so please check them out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease look forward to it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[The images are samples, and due to the nature of the product, the actual product you receive may not look exactly the same.]\u003cbr\u003e[Specifications and design details may change without notice.]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccessories: HEX Deluxe Gigbag\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eText: Shunsuke Saga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Photos: Muragishi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Warranty is only valid for purchases made within Japan)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e●Price includes VAT \u0026amp; Duties \u0026amp; Shipping Fee\u003cbr\u003eFree Shipping Worldwide. All import duties and taxes are included in the price. There are no hidden fees upon delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you return a product, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45236486635629,"sku":"191956346","price":146300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/9681he-31_01.jpg?v=1779865764","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/ko\/products\/191956346","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}