【used】Tobias / Classic 5 4.490kg #1686【GIB Yokohama】
【used】Tobias / Classic 5 4.490kg #1686【GIB Yokohama】
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Description & Condition
Description & Condition
Tobias is the current MTD.
Founder Michael Tobias began his career in 1974 and is one of the most important figures in modern bass building.
Today MTD is known as a favorite of the world's top bass players such as Andrew Gauthe, Robert "Bubby" Lewis, and Jerry Watts.
This is a Classic 5 from the Tobias era.
Unlike MTD's work, the through-neck design is one of its distinguishing features.
It is smoother than the MTD, partly due to its 34" scale.
However, it is more massive than the Ken Smith and has more character.
There are surprisingly few basses with this feel that can be slapped and played with gusto.
The remaining frets are about 70%.
The truss rod is a little loose, but we have confirmed that it works at least 90 degrees.
This is the time of year when the humidity is low and the neck is in good condition, so the truss rod feels like it will have more room in the summer.
Personally, I don't feel bad at all, in fact, I have the impression that it is in good shape.
There are a few 1~4mm dings on the head and grips.
The condition of the body and painted surface is generally scratchy.
There are 1~4mm dents scattered around.
The paint film is cloudy around the elbow cut.
The electrical system is in good condition.
No clear modification points were found.
Controls : Neck volume, bridge volume, treble, middle, bass, active/passive switch
Nut width : 45.0mm
Pitch between strings at bridge : 18.0mm
Scale : 34inch
Year of manufacture : unknown
Country of manufacture : USA
Accessories : Original hard case
Stringjoy, imported and sold by our store, is used in the setup.
Made in Nashville, Stringjoy is characterized by a silky feel, with plenty of low end and rich, natural overtones.
These are quality strings that bring out the best performance and character of the instrument, so please enjoy them as well.
GIB's craftsmen will adjust the strings to make them easy to play and deliver them to you.
serial number: #1686
Weight: 4.490kg
Fret: 70% remaining
Truss rod: loose a little, but can work roughly 90° at least
neck condition: It's good. There are several dents about 1 to 4 mm on the head and grip.
control: Neck volume, bridge volume, treble, middle, bass, active/passive switch
The paint film is cloudy near the elbow cut.
The paint film is cloudy near the elbow cut. electrical：It's good.
nut width：45.0mm
string spacing：18.0mm
scale length：34 Inch
custom：none
accessories：original hard case
year：manufacturing date unknown
country of origin：USA
text: Shunsuke Saga
Inspection by : Wakatsuki
GIB 3-month warranty
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We can also ship to international destinations.
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