BLACK SMOKER USED Standard Series Beta J4 IKEBE Special (Matte Black)
Product Condition
| Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
|---|---|
| Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
| Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
| Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
| Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
| Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
"BLACK SMOKER" is a handmade brand from BLACK CLOUD, a workshop in Nagano Prefecture, a mecca for musical instrument manufacturing where many brands are located. This brand has already gained popularity among many professional musicians for its sophisticated and high-quality sound, playability, and looks. It's a notable brand created by three people: CEO Kuroiwa, who has been involved in the design and manufacturing of numerous manufacturers and models, young builder Yanagisawa, who collaborates with him, and builder Itasaka, who has worked for a long-established Japanese brand.
This high-quality standard model offers excellent value, with simple, classic specifications that allow you to fully appreciate the brand's true value, enhanced with added accents for a truly satisfying sound. This special model features an alder body, maple neck, and a jet-black ebony fingerboard that blends beautifully with the matte black body color. Despite its simple specifications, the carefully selected materials are immediately apparent upon first note. The neck shape is slim for ease of playability, yet retains its core tone. The original pickups accurately reproduce the body's resonance while producing a full, rich sound. The smooth setup allows for effortless playing, making this a bass that directly conveys the instrument's quality of construction. The mini-switch for switching the pickups between series and parallel is not a gimmick with excessive boost, but instead delivers a fully usable sound in either position. Its rich resonance, without excessive peaking, allows it to be used in any style, genre, or sound, depending on the settings and playing style. The color is matte black, and the bright red anodized pickguard and control panel are reminiscent of the B logo familiar to the Ikebe Musical Instrument bass team.The B logo on the head top is also red, making this a carefully crafted masterpiece.
There are some slight dents on the headstock and body, and the back of the body has a slight sheen due to friction, but it is in relatively good condition.
The truss rod has plenty of room and the neck is in good condition.
Weight≒4.27kg
Accessories: Genuine gig case
Payment & Security
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Please Note
The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
■ Taxes & Duties
Import duties, taxes, and fees are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are typically collected by the carrier upon delivery or at pickup. Please check with your country’s customs office for details before purchasing.
■ Other
We cannot declare a reduced item value or mark purchases as gifts.
* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.
About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.

About Shipping




We carefully pack every item with protective materials to ensure it arrives safely.
The photos above show an example of how we securely pack a bass guitar for shipping.
Regarding handling of used products
All used products sold by Ikebe Musical Instruments Store are inspected, working, and maintained, ensuring their safety and security. We inspect each item individually for defects before shipping.
If there are any missing images, please contact us with your inquiry and let us know the angle and focus you need to better understand the condition of your item before ordering. We will respond after taking photos.
Because these are used items, we strive to provide detailed information about their condition so you can order with confidence.




