Kikuchi Guitars is a new high-end brand created by Yoshiyuki Kikuchi (and Okata International), who has earned the trust of many professional bassists, especially for his work with Sadowsky.
The first products were all one-of-a-kind custom models, but the Hermes series is a mass-produced model with fixed specifications.
This may be a bit misleading, but the Sadowsky Metroline from the Japan-made era is like the Hermes series, and the TYO is like a custom model.
This design is based on the JB, which is particularly well-known among the many basses designed by Kikuchi.
It has refined his work to date and is more like a modern bass.
The body is made of ash and the fingerboard is maple, a classic choice.
There are many chambered bodies in the custom models, but all the Hermes Series models are solid bodies.
Some people may prefer solid bodies. (Personally, I prefer solid bodies.)
The shape is Dinky, not full size.
This is one of the differences from the Three Dots made by the same company. The tuners and bridge are HIPSHOT.
It has become a global standard.
The pickups are split coil type manufactured by DiMarzio.
This is similar to the ones used when Sadowsky Metroline was made in Japan.
Its distinctive features are its low noise and treble.
The preamp is a custom type specially designed by EMG for this model.
It has a simple specification that only boosts bass and treble.
It fits perfectly as expected.
When boosting, the peak of the recess in the mid-range is exquisite, and the bass tightens up stylishly.
At the same time, it does not lose its bass-like quality and retains its beautiful overtones.
It speaks eloquently of the meaning of boosting with a 2-band EQ.
Controls are volume, balancer, tone (preamp bypass with push/pull switch), treble/bass.
Although the string height is low at the time of shipment, it is not as low as a custom model, and the playing feel is very good.
It will also be comfortable for people who normally play Fender basses with Fender-like settings.
The precision around the neck, which has long been particularly highly praised, is excellent, and its quality is fully demonstrated.
The neck shape is a little flat and thin.
It is characterized by an extremely fast, speedy playing feel.
And yet it has a sufficient amount of bass, with a rich, treble sound.
This is a supreme guitar that could only be made by Mr. Kikuchi making basses in the modern era.
Model：4st or 5st
Body: Ash 2-Piece (Solid) or Alder 2-Piece (Solid)
Neck：Maple, Thin Matte Nitro
Fingerboard: Maple or Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12″ (305R)
Nut Material: Tusq
Nut Width: 4st: 37mm, 5st: 46mm
Fret: 22F
Scale：864mm (34″)
Bridge: 4st: Hipshot 20mm Spacing, 5st: Hipshot 19mm Spacing
Tuner: Hipshot License Ultra-Light
Pickups: 4st: DiMarzio 4HC in 60’s Locations, 5st: DiMarzio 5HC in 60’s Locations
Preamp: Kikuchi Guitars Original Preamp
Controls: Master Volume, Pickup Balancer, Passive Roll Off Tone (w/Pull Switch for Preamp Bypass), Treble/Bass Boost
Body Finish: Polyester
Strings: 4th: D’Addario .045 – .105, 5th: D’Addario .045 – .130T
Case: Original Semi Hardcase
Approximately 95% of the frets remain.
Truss rod is in good condition.
Neck is in good condition.
Body and paint are clean overall, although there are minor scratches.
Electrical system is in good condition.
No obvious modifications were found.
Controls: Master volume, balancer, master tone (push-pull - active/passive), treble/bass
Nut width: 37.3mm
Bridge string pitch: 20.0mm
Scale: 34Inch
Year of manufacture: Unknown
Country of manufacture: JAPAN
D'addario EXL, trusted by professional musicians, is used for setup.
It features a powerful attack and rich overtones, making it a standard.
It is a high-quality string that brings out the best in the performance and character of the instrument, so please enjoy it as well.
It will be delivered after being adjusted by GIB craftsmen to make it easy to play.
This is a consignment product, so shipping costs may differ from normal.
Accessories: Third-party soft case
Text: Saga Shunsuke
Inspector: Yamaji
Product photo: Wakatsuki
GIB 3-month warranty
◯ About GIB, TONIQ warranty
● Maintenance free forever
For instruments purchased at our store, you can use the "string vibration setup" (usually 4,400 yen) free of charge forever. (Reservation required)
- Please present a warranty card with your name written on it.
- Only the person who purchased the instrument at a GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop is eligible.
- Please bear various expenses such as shipping costs.
● Repurchase price guarantee
If you sell the purchased item within 6 months after purchase, we will guarantee the purchase price at our store. The price is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
● 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.
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