Fodera is one of the world's most popular high-end bass guitar brands.
Founder Vinny Fodera began his career as a teenager.
After working at prestigious workshops such as Spector and Ken Smith, he founded Fodera Guitars in 1983.
Their instruments are beloved by the world's top bass players, including Victor Wooten, Richard Bona, and Anthony Jackson. (Titles omitted)
This is the Emperor, a relatively classic Fodera model.
With a double-cut body, its familiar shape has earned it a reputation among bassists.
This model is special, featuring a rare ivory wood top.
This is a very recent example, manufactured in 2024.
As mentioned above, the body top is ivory wood, and the back is alder.
The clear satin finish allows you to experience the warmth of the wood.
Ivory wood has a graceful and beautiful grain.
It's fascinating.
The neck is maple and the fingerboard is Indian rosewood.
Even though it uses a top material, the overall construction gives a traditional impression.
The pickups are Seymour Duncan dual-coil pickups, and the preamp is an original Fodera design.
It's a combination that has received high praise from users.
Its smooth, yet powerful and resilient sound matches any ensemble, making it a truly all-purpose guitar.
The latest from a high-end bass brand, this is one you should definitely try out.
I recommend it.
Approximately 85% of the frets remain.
The truss rod is in good condition.
The neck is in good condition.
There are several dents on the body and finish.
The electrical system is in good condition.
No obvious modifications were found.
Controls: Master Volume/Master Tone, Balancer, Treble/Bass, Middle, Active/Passive Switch, Coil Tap Switch for Both Pickups
Nut Width: 54.5mm
Bridge String Spacing: 17.5mm
Scale: 34-Inch
Year of Manufacture: 2024
Country of Manufacture: USA
For setup, we use Stringjoy strings, which we import and sell.
Made in Nashville, Stringjoy strings are characterized by their silky feel, rich low end, and rich, natural overtones.
These high-quality strings maximize the performance and character of your instrument, so please enjoy them.
These strings are tuned by GIB craftsmen for optimal playability before delivery.
Accessories: Hard case
Text: Tatsuma Terao
Inspector: Terao
Product Photos: Wakatsuki
GIB 3-month warranty included
◯ About the GIB and TONIQ warranty
● Lifetime free maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for a lifetime free ""string vibration setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present your signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser from a GIB or TONIQ store or online store is eligible.
- Please note that you are responsible for all shipping and other costs.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchase within six months of purchase, we will guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee is 50% for new instruments and 70% for used instruments.
● Defect Guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some products such as consignments, we will repair any malfunctions that occur during normal use within a certain warranty period from the date of purchase free of charge (returns and refunds will only be made if this is not possible).
The warranty period is 3 months for used products and 1 year for new products.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for the following cases.
・In the case of malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
・In the case of replacing consumables.
・In the case of malfunctions or damage caused by fire, earthquakes, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・In the case of malfunctions or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions described in the instruction manual.
・In the case of malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
・If the name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card. Or if the wording has been altered.
・If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty is only provided for purchases made within Japan)
We will ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We can also ship overseas.
Contact Information
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email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308