{"product_id":"new-kikuchi-guitars-herme-mv5-nat-3-780kg-249-gib-yokohama","title":"【new】Kikuchi Guitars \/ Herme MV5 NAT 3.780kg #249【GIB Yokohama】","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eKikuchi Guitars is a new high-end brand produced by Mr. Yoshiyuki Kikuchi (and Okata International), who is highly trusted by many professional bassists, especially in his work related to Sadowski.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first products that appeared were all one-of-a-kind custom models, but the Hermes series can be said to be mass-produced with fixed specifications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis may be a bit of a misnomer, but the Sadowsky Metroline from the Japanese-made era is the Hermes series, and the TYO is a custom model.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design is based on the JB, which is particularly popular among the many basses designed by Kikuchi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has refined his previous work and has been compiled into a more modern base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe body is ash and the fingerboard is maple, a classic choice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany custom models have chambered bodies, but all Hermes Series models are solid bodies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI think some people prefer solid bodies. (Personally, I preferred solid)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe shape is dinky and not full size.\u003cbr\u003eThis is one of the differences from the company's Three Dots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe PU is a split coil type manufactured by DiMarzio.\u003cbr\u003eThis is similar to the one from the era when Sadowsky Metroline was made in Japan.\u003cbr\u003eIts characteristics are low noise and trebly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePassive pickups for 5-string JBs often don't have the treble of 4-string JBs.\u003cbr\u003eI don't feel that we are lacking in this respect. It's fascinating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe preamp is a custom type specially designed by EMG for this model.\u003cbr\u003eA simple specification that only boosts the bass and treble.\u003cbr\u003eThis naturally fits perfectly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen boosting, the peak of the mid-range concave is exquisite, and the bass seems to tighten up stylishly.\u003cbr\u003eEven so, it does not lose its bass-like feel and retains its beautiful overtones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt seems to eloquently explain the meaning of boosting with 2-band EQ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eControls are volume, balancer, tone (preamp bypass with push\/pull SW), treble\/bass.\u003cbr\u003eThere is no control plate for this model to take advantage of the beautiful top material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the string height at the time of shipment is low, it is not as high as the custom model, and the playing comfort is very good.\u003cbr\u003eI think it will be very comfortable for people who usually play Fender basses with Fender-like settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe precision around the neck, which has long been highly praised, is excellent, and its quality is fully demonstrated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe neck shape is a little flat and thin.\u003cbr\u003eIt also feels like a trendy shape for 5-string JBs in recent years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the factors that creates the difference between a 4-string and a 5-string is the difference in neck mass.\u003cbr\u003eThe neck is narrow and thin, and this design makes it feel less like a 5-string bass, in a good way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is characterized by an extremely fast playing feel.\u003cbr\u003eDespite this, it has a sufficient amount of bass, and is finished with a trebly sound that is rich in overtones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a supreme piece that was made possible because Mr. Kikuchi creates a base in modern times.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModel：4st or 5st\u003cbr\u003eBody: Ash 2-Piece (Solid) or Alder 2-Piece (Solid)\u003cbr\u003eNeck：Maple, Thin Matte Nitro\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard: Maple or Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12″ (305R)\u003cbr\u003eNut Material: Tusq\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 4st: 37mm, 5st: 46mm\u003cbr\u003eFret: 22F\u003cbr\u003eScale：864mm (34″)\u003cbr\u003eBridge: 4st: Hipshot 20mm Spacing, 5st: Hipshot 19mm Spacing\u003cbr\u003eTuner: Hipshot License Ultra-Light\u003cbr\u003ePickups: 4st: DiMarzio 4HC in 60’s Locations, 5st: DiMarzio 5HC in 60’s Locations\u003cbr\u003ePreamp: Kikuchi Guitars Original Preamp\u003cbr\u003eControls: Master Volume, Pickup Balancer, Passive Roll Off Tone (w\/Pull Switch for Preamp Bypass), Treble\/Bass Boost\u003cbr\u003eBody Finish: Polyester\u003cbr\u003eString: 4st: D’Addario .045 – .105, 5st: D’Addario .045 – .130T\u003cbr\u003eCase：Original Semi Hardcase\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccessories: Semi-hard case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eText: Shunsuke Saga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspection person: Kusano\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer's warranty included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips in a sturdy cardboard box.\u003cbr\u003eWe also support overseas shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact Info\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLINE: vwj2699r\u003cbr\u003eemail: info@bassick.jp\u003cbr\u003eTEL: 045 594 7308\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kikuchi Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41973827797101,"sku":"184254050","price":4142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/ki8850-1-1.jpg?v=1735447213","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh-hans\/products\/new-kikuchi-guitars-herme-mv5-nat-3-780kg-249-gib-yokohama","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}