{"product_id":"outlet-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-mv4-dlpb-3-935kg-187-gib-hyogo","title":"【outlet】Kikuchi Guitars \/ Hermes MV4 DLPB 3.935kg #187【GIB Hyogo】","description":"\u003cdl class=\"sell-form-key-value-list sell-form-key-value-list--margin-top\"\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"sell-form-key-value-list__definition sell-form-key-value-list__definition--single-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sell-form-review-section__description-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKikuchi Guitars is a new high-end brand created by Yoshiyuki Kikuchi (and Okata International), who has earned tremendous trust from many professional bassists, particularly for his work related to Sadowsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the initial products were all one-off custom models, the Hermes series can be considered mass-produced models with fixed specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt might be a slight oversimplification, but the Hermes series occupies a position similar to the Japanese-made Sadowsky Metroline, while the TYO series is akin to the custom models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is inspired by the JB, a particularly well-regarded model among the many basses designed by Mr. Kikuchi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt refines his previous work, resulting in a more contemporary bass aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is ash, the fingerboard is maple – a classic choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile chambered bodies are common in custom models, the Hermes Series features solid bodies throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome players prefer solid bodies. (Personally, I preferred solid too.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape is a Dinky, not full-size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one difference from the company's Three Dots line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tuners and bridge use HIPSHOT hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's become a global standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickups are split-coil types manufactured by DiMarzio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey resemble those used on Sadowsky Metroline basses made in Japan during a certain era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir defining characteristics are low noise and a trebly sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe preamp is a custom type specially designed by EMG for this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a simple design, boosting only bass and treble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits perfectly, as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen boosted, the peak of the midrange dip is exquisite, making the bass tighten up stylishly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet it never loses its bass character or its beautiful harmonic richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt eloquently demonstrates the meaning of boosting with a 2-band EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls are Volume, Balancer, Tone (push\/pull switch for preamp bypass), Treble\/Bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory string height is low, though not as low as a custom model, and the playability is exceptionally good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should feel comfortable even for players accustomed to Fender-style basses with Fender-like settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck precision, long highly regarded, is superb, and its quality is fully realized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck profile is slightly flatter and thinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features an exceptionally fast, speedy feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet it delivers ample low end, resulting in a richly harmonic, trebly sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the ultimate instrument, made possible precisely because Mr. Kikuchi crafts basses in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded: Semi-hard case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText: Shunsuke Saga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspection: Iwai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eitem will be packed with a hard cardboard box.\u003cbr\u003ewe do ship internationally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Kikuchi Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43578920992877,"sku":null,"price":3727.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/B1_8aee0dfb-a2c0-47db-9c45-b56992c89b9b.jpg?v=1761189975","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh-hans\/products\/outlet-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-mv4-dlpb-3-935kg-187-gib-hyogo","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}