{"product_id":"used-hex-guitars-nb505-sunburst-3-81kg-hj1202770-gib-hyogo","title":"【used】HEX Guitars \/ NB505 Sunburst 3.81kg #HJ1202770【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\u003eHEX Guitars is a brand based in South Korea that specializes in products in the entry-level to mid-range price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company has its own factory in Indonesia, where the president himself lives and conducts high-level quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe president is so passionate about the business that he personally visits the factory rather than leaving it to other companies, which is why the guitars are manufactured to such a high standard of quality that it is hard to believe given the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NB505 is the base model of the newly launched “NEXT SERIES.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features modern and advanced specifications such as fretless frets and an active circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleek body shape is made from mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck features a laminated design combining maple and walnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy layering multiple types of wood to form the neck, lateral imbalance is minimized, resulting in high stability and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fingerboard is made of walnut, with a 12-inch radius for a flat feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck shape is relatively slim, with a C-shaped profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frets are made of stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel is characterized by its lack of tarnish and high hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel frets maintain their luster and are extremely resistant to wear, making them popular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also used in high-end guitar brands such as Suhr Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickups are original single-coil designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use original pickups in many models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not for cost-cutting purposes but because they have confidence in the quality of their own designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaff members who understand music and play it regularly have thoroughly researched and designed elements such as magnets, wire, and bobbins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features an original preamp, enabling flexible sound shaping with a 3-band EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ frequency bands are practical: Bass 50Hz, Middle 1kHz, Treble 6kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controls include volume (with a push-pull switch to toggle between active and passive modes), balancer, BASS, MIDDLE, and TREBLE. (The preamp gain can be adjusted from the back panel.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balance when held is excellent, and even someone accustomed to playing a Fender would likely find the HEX NB easy to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a clean, headless-style sound, yet it doesn't sacrifice musical overtones or rich bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basic quality of the neck area is very high, making it highly playable, and it's difficult to say it's inferior to instruments in the 200,000 yen range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, it's an excellent product with high-quality looks, playability, and sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it may be avoided due to its headless design, I highly recommend trying it out in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might be surprised by its high quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e●SPECS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBODY\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: Indonesian Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eSHAPE: HEX® NEXT BASS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNECK\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: 5 Piece Maple \/ Walnut\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Satin\u003cbr\u003eSHAPE: \"C\"\u003cbr\u003eSCALE: Multi-scale 33\"-35\"\u003cbr\u003eTRUSS ROD: Standard Type\u003cbr\u003eASSEMBLY: 4 Bolt-On\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFRET BOARD\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: Walnut\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Light Matte\u003cbr\u003eFRETS: 24, Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRADIUS: 12\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT: Bone\u003cbr\u003eINLAY: Pearloid Dot, 5mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHEAD\u003cbr\u003eHEADPIECE: Custom Designed by Alchemy®\u003cbr\u003eCOLOR: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Matte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePICKUPS\u003cbr\u003eCONFIGURATION: SS\u003cbr\u003eCONTROLS: 1-Volume (Active\/Passive Push-Pull), 1-Blend, 3-Band-EQ (Treble, Middle, Bass)\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE PICKUP: Custom Single Coil\u003cbr\u003eNECK PICKUP: Custom Single Coil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHARDWARES\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE: Mono-Rail Bridge by Alchemy®\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Deluxe Gigbag\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an aside, I met them at Sound Messe in Osaka in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first, I misheard the price as 6,000 USD and put the deal on hold, thinking, “The quality is high, but so is the price.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, I later realized that I had misheard and that the actual price was 600 USD, so I contacted them immediately. It made sense that something I thought was reasonable at 6,000 USD was actually 600 USD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few days later, we held another meeting in Seoul and agreed that GIB and TONIQ would handle the distribution of HEX in the Japanese market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, we have held frequent meetings with them and finally reached the point of launching sales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed explanatory videos are available on YouTube, so please take a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease look forward to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaining frets are approximately 90%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe truss rod is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body and finish have some scratches on the pickguard, but there are no other noticeable scratches, and it can be considered a beautiful piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronics are in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo obvious modifications were found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls: Master volume (push\/pull - active\/passive), balancer, treble (tone when passive), middle, bass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut width: 50mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge string spacing: 18mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale length: 33-35 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of manufacture: INDONESIA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjusted by GIB craftsmen for easy playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories: Original gig bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText: Saka Shunsuke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspection: Yamamoto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct photos: Terama\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42747076837485,"sku":null,"price":704.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/B1_403a7343-d01b-4f20-868b-f725dab2bc54.jpg?v=1754457158","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh\/products\/used-hex-guitars-nb505-sunburst-3-81kg-hj1202770-gib-hyogo","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}