【used】Sago / Classic Style J4 Custom 3.980kg【GIB Yokohama】

Sago is a handmade guitar brand based in Hyogo Prefecture, specializing in fully custom-made guitars that fulfill all customer requests.

They also create regular models (though most are one-offs) utilizing the knowledge and skills cultivated over many years, and these are highly regarded.

The brand enjoys strong trust from musicians, with Tabuchi-san of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, RIO-san of Mary's Blood, and Kusakari-san of Sakanaction being among the Sago artists.

The Classic Style J is a model based on the classic JB.

This particular guitar has undergone many custom modifications.

It can be difficult to determine whether the modifications were made to order or later.

Please be aware of this beforehand.

The body is made of Thermo Alder, the neck is Maple, and the fretboard is Bird's Eye Maple—a typical Sago construction.

Thermo wood, originally used for saunas in Finland, is particularly resistant to high temperatures and humidity.

Perhaps due to this, the sound has a smooth attack and a pleasant response.

However, the range and tension of the sound are those of a modern bass, and the way it's balanced is wonderful.

The pickups are likely original.

They are single-coil pickups.

The preamp is also likely original.
The control plate has a single volume control, with the master tone and preamp built into the cavity.

It's an unusual configuration, but it could be an advantage for those who prefer to create their sound minimally using pedals or an amplifier.

The sound has a unique, robust low end characteristic of Sago basses.

While possessing a modern wide range, the sound doesn't become thin; instead, a rich and dense midrange is created, making it perfectly suited to ensembles.

The frets have approximately 90% remaining.

The truss rod is in good condition.

The neck is in good condition.

There are some minor scratches on the body and paintwork. Due to the thin lacquer finish, some paint chipping is visible.

The electronics are in good condition.

Two potentiometers have been replaced with dummies, resulting in a single volume control. A master tone control and preamp are built into the cavity.

Controls: Master Volume, Active/Passive Switch (back panel), (inside cavity) Master Tone, Treble, Bass
Nut Width: 38.8mm
Bridge String Spacing: 20.0mm
Scale Length: 34 Inch
Year of Manufacture: Unknown
Country of Manufacture: Japan

During setup, SIT Strings, favored by many professional artists, were used.

They are characterized by stable tuning and a powerful, three-dimensional sound. Please enjoy them.

GIB's craftsmen will adjust the guitar for easy playability before delivery.

Accessories: None

Text: Ryoma Terao

Inspection Staff: Oshima

Product Photos: Tei

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●Permanent Free Maintenance

Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for permanent free ""String Vibration Setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)

・Please present your warranty card with your name filled in.

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・Please bear the cost of shipping and other miscellaneous expenses.

●Re-purchase Price Guarantee

If you sell your purchased item within 6 months of purchase, we guarantee the buyback price. The price is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.

●Defect Warranty

Basic Co., Ltd. provides a warranty against defects for products sold by the company. With the exception of some items such as consigned goods, we will repair (or refund if repair is not possible) any malfunctions that occur during normal use within a certain warranty period from the date of purchase free of charge.

The warranty period is 3 months for used products and 1 year for new products.

Please note that the following cases will incur a charge even within the warranty period:

* Malfunctions and damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.

* Replacement of consumables.

* Malfunctions and damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.

* Malfunctions and damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions described in the instruction manual.

* Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by a party other than our company.

* If the warranty certificate does not have your name, model name, serial number, etc. filled in, or if the wording has been altered.

* If the warranty certificate is not presented or is lost.

(Warranty is only provided for purchases made in Japan.)

● Up to 15% OFF with Trade-in

When you use our trade-in service at the time of purchase, the sales price will be 10% off. (Consignment items are excluded. This offer is only applicable if the trade-in value is 15% or more of the sales price.)

Furthermore, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly buyback campaign, the discount rate will be 15%.

We will ship with sufficient packaging.
We also ship internationally.

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email: info@bassick.jp
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Note: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.
Please be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using.

Contact Information

LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308