YAMAHA is a renowned brand that has supported the Japanese guitar industry since the dawn of guitar making.
The company has several models that are considered masterpieces, and this model is a gem from the highly acclaimed BB series.
This guitar was originally fretted but has been converted to fretless.
The body is made of alder.
The neck is a maple and mahogany laminate.
The fingerboard is striped ebony.
The pickups are original.
It features a neck-through construction and pickups mounted in the opposite direction to a regular PB.
It incorporates many innovative ideas for the time.
It has the potential to be used in a wide range of genres, including rock and pop.
The truss rod is in good condition.
The neck is in good condition.
The body and finish show signs of use, with numerous dents, scratches, and peeling paint. There are some irregularities where the frets were filled. There are two screw hole marks in the cutaway. There are also screw hole marks in the headstock that appear to have been drilled when installing a tension pin, but the holes have been repaired.
The electrical system is in good condition.
This instrument was originally fretted but has been converted to fretless.
Controls: Volume, Tone
Nut Width: 43.8mm
Bridge String Spacing: 19.0mm
Scale: 34-Inch
Year of Manufacture: 1981
Country of Manufacture: Japan
This instrument will be adjusted by a GIB craftsman for optimal playability before delivery.
Accessories: Soft case
Text: Tomoki Hayakawa
Inspector: Hirayama
Product Photography: Tei
GIB 3-Month Warranty
About the GIB TONIQ Warranty
Permanent Maintenance: Free
All instruments purchased from our store qualify for lifetime free ""string vibration setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present a signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser at a GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop is eligible.
- Please be aware that shipping and other related costs will be charged.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your item within six months of purchase, we guarantee a full repurchase price. This guarantee applies to 50% of the original purchase price for new items and 70% of the original purchase price 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 provide free repairs (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible) for any malfunctions that occur during normal use within the warranty period from the date of purchase.
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:
- Malfunctions 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 operating the instrument in a manner that violates the instructions in the instruction manual.
Failure or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the information has been altered.
If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty is only available for purchases within Japan.)
●Get up to 15% off with a trade-in
Get a 10% discount on your purchase when you use our trade-in service. (Excludes consignment items. Only applies 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 a product, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.
Note: All electronic devices, including effect pedals and amplifiers, are designed for use in Japan.
Please be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing or using them.
Contact Information
LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308
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