{"product_id":"used-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-mv5-brg-042-3-965kg-gib-yokohama","title":"【used】Kikuchi Guitars \/ Hermes MV5 BRG #042 3.965kg【GIB Yokohama】","description":"\u003cp\u003eKikuchi Guitars is a new high brand by Yoshiyuki Kikuchi (and Ocata International), who has earned the trust of many professional bassists, especially when it comes to Sadowsky's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first products were all one-of-a-kind custom models, whereas the Hermes series is a mass-produced model with fixed specifications.\u003cbr\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on the JB, which has a particularly strong reputation among the many basses designed by Mr. Kikuchi.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a refinement of his work to date, and has been put together to look more like a modern bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is ash and the fingerboard is maple, a classic choice.\u003cbr\u003eWhile many custom models have a chambered body, all Hermes Series basses have a solid body.\u003cbr\u003eSome people prefer a solid body (I personally prefer a solid body). (Personally, I preferred the solid body.) The shape is dinky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape is dinky, not full-size.\u003cbr\u003eThis is one of the differences from the Three Dots that the company produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PU is a split coil type, manufactured by DiMarzio.\u003cbr\u003eThis is similar to the Sadowsky Metroline when it was made in Japan.\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes it unique is that it is low noise and trebly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive pickups for 5-string JBs often do not have the treble of 4-string JBs.\u003cbr\u003eSuch a point is not felt to be lacking here. It is attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe preamp is a custom type designed by EMG especially for this model.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a simple spec that boosts bass and treble only.\u003cbr\u003eThis fits perfectly as it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen boosted, the peak of the mid-range concave is exquisite, and the bass seems to tighten up in a stylish manner.\u003cbr\u003eYet, it does not lose its bass-like character and retains a beautiful overtone feel.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an eloquent example of what boosting with a 2-band EQ can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls are volume, balancer, tone (preamp bypass with push\/pull SW), treble\/bass.\u003cbr\u003eFor this model, there is no control plate to take advantage of the beautiful top wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe string height at shipping is low, but not as low as the custom model, and its playing comfort is very good.\u003cbr\u003eIt is comfortable for those who usually play Fender type basses with Fender-like settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precision around the neck, which has always been especially highly regarded, is excellent and its quality is well demonstrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck shape is a little flat and thin.\u003cbr\u003eIt seems to be a trendy shape for 5-string JBs in recent years.\u003cbr\u003eOne of the factors that makes the difference between 4-string and 5-string JBs is the difference in neck mass.\u003cbr\u003eThe neck is thinner and narrower, and this design makes it feel less like a 5-string bass in a good way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is characterized by an extremely fast speedy playing feel.\u003cbr\u003eYet, it also has a sufficient amount of bass, and is finished with a trebly sound rich in overtones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a supreme piece of bass guitar made possible by Mr. Kikuchi's modern bass production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaining frets are approximately 100%.\u003cbr\u003eThe truss rod is in good working order.\u003cbr\u003eThe neck is in good condition.\u003cbr\u003eThe condition of the body and painted surface is like new, with no noticeable scratches.\u003cbr\u003eThe electrical system is in good condition.\u003cbr\u003eNo obvious modifications were found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls : Master volume, balancer, master tone - push-pull (active\/passive), treble\/bass\u003cbr\u003eNut width : 46.0mm\u003cbr\u003ePitch between strings at bridge : 20.0mm\u003cbr\u003eScale : 34inch\u003cbr\u003eCountry of manufacture : JAPAN\u003cbr\u003eAccessories : Semi-hard case, Warranty card\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStringjoy, imported and sold by our store, is used for setup.\u003cbr\u003eThe Nashville-made Stringjoy is characterized by its silky feel, with plenty of low end and rich, natural overtones.\u003cbr\u003eThese are quality strings that bring out the best performance and character of the instrument, so please enjoy them as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGIB's craftsmen will adjust the strings to make them easy to play and deliver them to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eserial number: #042\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.965kg\u003cbr\u003eFret: 100% remaining\u003cbr\u003eTruss rod: good working\u003cbr\u003eneck condition: Good.\u003cbr\u003econtrol：Master volume, balancer, master tone - push-pull (active\/passive), treble\/bass\u003cbr\u003ebody condition: There are no noticeable scratches and it is like new.\u003cbr\u003eelectrical：Good.\u003cbr\u003enut width：46.0mm\u003cbr\u003estring spacing：20.0mm\u003cbr\u003escale length：34Inch\u003cbr\u003ecustom：none\u003cbr\u003eaccessories：Semi-hard case, warranty\u003cbr\u003eyear：manufacturing date unknown\u003cbr\u003ecountry of origin：Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etext: Shunsuke Saga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspection : Yamaji\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGIB 3-month warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship in a sturdy cardboard box.\u003cbr\u003eWe can also ship to overseas customers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact Info\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLINE : vwj2699r\u003cbr\u003eemail : info@bassick.jp\u003cbr\u003etel : 045 534 7133\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kikuchi Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41770976149613,"sku":"182102661","price":2631.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/Ki4634-1-1_8503a6b0-a480-4efd-9d3a-e18eab1ad773.jpg?v=1723111333","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh-hans\/products\/used-kikuchi-guitars-hermes-mv5-brg-042-3-965kg-gib-yokohama","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}