Xotic is a brand founded in LA by Japanese guitar builder Hiro Miura.
Domestically, its guitars are used by many famous musicians, including Yoshiteru Takahashi, BJ of indigo jam unit, and Katsuji Morioka, as well as Chuck Rainey, Rhonda Smith, and Travis Carlton, among others.
The XJ series, a Japanese-made line, has been highly praised, especially by studio musicians.
While constructed in a fundamentally traditional style, it features several modern updates.
The neck joint is positioned slightly differently than usual, making it easier for your left hand to reach the higher positions when you hold it.
This guitar is designed for modern musicians who use the entire fingerboard evenly.
This is a 4-string model.
The body is made of alder and the fingerboard is made of rosewood, a classic wood construction.
It has 21 frets.
The finish is lacquer, and the color is DLPB, Heavy Aged.
It has a classic feel in both look and sound.
The tuning machines are HIPSHOT Ultralite.
The bridge is original.
The pickups are Raw Vintage.
They are handmade in California and are characterized by a clear, crisp, and vivid output.
They respond more sensitively to the player's fingertips than before.
The neck pickup is deeper, the bridge pickup is more three-dimensional, and the mix produces a clear, tight low end.
The preamp is original to Xotic.
Controls include neck volume (active/passive switch), bridge volume (series/parallel switch), passive tone, treble, middle, bass, mid frequency switch, and treble frequency switch.
The sound is refined, with sufficient low-end range and pleasant overtones.
It is also extremely playable, representing an overall high level.
Session and studio musicians in particular will always be in demand for a JB that offers a traditional sound while featuring modern playing controls and preamps.
However, there are not many products that meet this requirement in terms of quality.
I believe the Xotic XJ is one of the products that offers the optimal solution to this demand.
Approximately 80% of the frets remain.
The truss rod is in good condition.
The neck is in good condition.
The body and paint show some dents, scratches, and paint peeling, but because it has been aged, it is not possible to determine whether these scratches were caused later.
The electrical system is in good condition.
No obvious modifications were found.
Controls: Neck pickup volume (push/pull - active/passive), bridge pickup volume (push/pull - parallel/series), master tone, bass, middle, treble, middle frequency switch, treble frequency switch
Nut width: 38.4mm
Bridge string spacing: 19.0mm
Scale: 34 inches
Year of manufacture: 2024
Country of manufacture: Japan
Gib craftsmen will adjust the instrument for optimal playability before shipping.
Accessories: Soft case
Text: Tatsuma Terao
Inspector: Hirayama
Product photos: Wakatsuki
GIB 3-month warranty included
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● Lifetime free maintenance
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・Please present your signed warranty card.
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・Please note that shipping and other related costs are the responsibility of the purchaser.
●Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchased item within six months of purchase, we guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
●Defect Guarantee
All products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some consignment items, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use within the warranty period from the date of purchase free of charge (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible).
The warranty period is three months for used items and one year for new items.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
・Failure or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
・Replacement of consumables.
・Failure or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・Failure or damage caused by handling that violates the instructions in the instruction manual.
- If a part breaks or is damaged after being repaired or modified by someone other than us.
- If the warranty card does not contain your name, model name, serial number, or other information, or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty is only available for purchases made in Japan.)
● Trade-in for up to 15% off
Get a 10% discount on your purchase when you use our trade-in service. (Consignment items are not eligible. Only applicable if the trade-in value is 20% or more of the total purchase price.)
In addition, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly buy-back campaign, you will receive a 15% discount.
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We also ship internationally.
We offer free shipping.
Please note that customs duties, taxes, and other fees are the responsibility of the customer.
If you return an item, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.
Contact Information
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LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308
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