{"product_id":"new-sago-classic-style-j5-3ts-heavy-aged-4-25kg-ct26022501-gib-hyogo","title":"【new】Sago \/ Classic Style J5 3TS Heavy Aged 4.25kg #CT26022501【GIB Hyogo】","description":"\u003cp\u003eSago is a handmade guitar brand based in Hyogo, specializing in fully custom-made instruments that fulfill every customer request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir regular models—though most are essentially one-offs—are also highly regarded, crafted using the knowledge and skills honed over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSago is a brand deeply trusted by musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtists like Mr. Tabuchi of Unison Square Garden, RIO of Mary's Blood, and Mr. Kusakari of Sakanaction are listed as Sago artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is a classic JB replica custom-ordered from GIB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is Alder, and the fingerboard is Rosewood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe specified this classic wood combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoteworthy features include the high-quality aged finish and authentic vintage sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe staff member responsible for this aged finish was formerly employed by Fender and was part of the team led by highly regarded master builder Carlos Lopez.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarlos's team primarily handled relic finishing work and was highly esteemed both within and outside the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is precisely because of a builder with such a background that this model was made possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with a reevaluation of the finish, we meticulously examined every detail to enhance quality—from the build of the lacquer coating to the techniques and intensity of the aging process—resulting in this high-quality aged finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquer was used as the finish, applied as thinly as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense aging techniques were then layered on top to achieve this authentic, realistic texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtherwise, it's entirely standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a bass that achieves an unprecedented level of perfection as a vintage replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's trebly yet has dense lows, offering a light playing feel while producing surprisingly loud sound from the speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's truly a magnificent piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI want to tell musicians worldwide that such basses can be made right here in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI sincerely hope Japanese players will be among the first to try it out in stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an aside, I have memories connected to Carlos, the craftsman who applied this aged finish, who was my supervisor during my Fender days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe had mutual acquaintances, and in 2019, he invited me to his home in California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt that time, he wasn't yet a Master Builder, but he was working as a member of the Custom Shop, crafting incredible guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, having one of Carlos's apprentices join Sago feels like fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarlos now showcases his skills with his own brand, Castedosa Guitars. 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