{"product_id":"new-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-rv5-twh-014-3-950kg-gib-yokohama","title":"【new】Kikuchi Guitars \/ Hermes RV5 TWH #014 3.950kg【GIB Yokohama】","description":"\u003cp\u003eKikuchi Guitars is a new high-brand by Yoshiyuki Kikuchi (and Okada International), who has earned the trust of many professional bassists, especially for his work with Sadowsky.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe first products were all one-off custom models, whereas the Hermes series is a mass-produced model with fixed specifications.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt may be a bit of a misnomer, but the Sadowsky Metroline of the Japanese-made era is the Hermes series, while the TYO is the custom model.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe design is based on the JB, one of the most established of the many basses designed by Kikuchi-san.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a refinement of his work to date, and has been put together to look more like a modern bass.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe body is made of alder and the fingerboard is rosewood, a classic choice.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile many Custom models have a chambered body, the Hermes Series basses are all solid-body.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome people prefer a solid body (I personally prefer a solid body). (Personally, I preferred the solid body.)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shape is dinky, not full-size.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is one of the differences between this and the Three Dots that the company produces.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe PU is a split coil type, manufactured by DiMarzio.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is also similar to the Sadowsky Metroline when it was made in Japan.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat makes it unique is that it is low noise and trebly.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePassive pickups for 5-string JBs often do not have the treble of a 4-string JB.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou won't find a shortage of such points here. Attractive.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe preamp is a custom type designed by EMG especially for this model.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a simple specification, boosting bass and treble only.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis fits perfectly as it should.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen boosted, the peak of the mid-range dip is exquisite and the bass seems to tighten up in a stylish way.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd yet it doesn't lose its bass-like character and retains a beautiful overtone feel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe two-band EQ eloquently illustrates the meaning of boosting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eControls are volume, balancer, tone (preamp bypass with push\/pull SW) and treble\/bass.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor this model, there is no control plate to make the most of the beautiful top wood.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe string height at shipping is low, but not as low as the Custom model, and its playing comfort is very good.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is also comfortable for those who normally play Fender-style basses with a Fender-like setting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe precision around the neck, which has always been particularly highly regarded, is excellent and its quality is well demonstrated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe neck shape is a little flat and thin.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt also feels like a trendy shape for a 5-string JB in recent years.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the factors that makes the difference between a 4-string and a 5-string is the difference in neck mass.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe neck is thinner and narrower, and this design makes it feel less like a 5-string bass, in a good way.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is characterised by an extremely fast, speedy playing feel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYet it has a sufficient amount of bass and a treble-rich, trebly sound with plenty of overtones.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a supreme bass made possible by Kikuchi's modern bass production.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModel : 4st or 5st\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBody : Ash 2-Piece (Solid) or Alder 2-Piece (Solid)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck : Maple, Thin Matte Nitro\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFingerboard : Maple or Rosewood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFingerboard Radius : 12″ (305R)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNut Material: Tusq\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNut Width: 4st: 37mm, 5st: 46mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFret: 22F\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScale: 864mm (34″)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBridge: 4st: Hipshot 20mm spacing, 5st: Hipshot 19mm spacing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTuner: Hipshot License Ultra-Light\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePickups: 4st: DiMarzio 4HC in 60's Locations, 5st: DiMarzio 5HC in 60's Locations\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePreamp: Kikuchi Guitars Original Preamp\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eControls: Master Volume, Pickup Balancer, Passive Roll Off Tone (w\/Pull Switch for Preamp Bypass), Treble\/Bass Boost\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBody Finish: Polyester\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eString: 4st: D'Addario .045 - .105, 5st: D'Addario .045 - .130T\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCase: Original Semi Hardcase\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccessories: Original semi hardcase\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eText: Shunsuke Saga\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInspection : Shinohara\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith manufacturer's warranty\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShips in a sturdy cardboard box.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso available for international shipping.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContact Info\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLINE : vwj2699r\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eemail : info@bassick.jp\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etel : 045 534 7133\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kikuchi Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40821838348397,"sku":null,"price":3986.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/Ki4332-1_1.jpg?v=1698900422","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh-hans\/products\/new-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-rv5-twh-014-3-950kg-gib-yokohama","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}