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ThroBak Electronics KZ-115 MXV (Aged Nickel/neck)
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$554.00
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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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ThroBak Electronics KZ-115 MXV (Aged Nickel/neck)
Regular price
$554.00
Unit price
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Unavailable
Description
Description
The KZ-115 is a pickup that reproduces the early PAF model from around 1957!
The KZ/LP-115 winding machine, used on both PAF humbucker pickups and P-90s, was rescued by Les Paul before Gibson moved to its Nashville factory. The ThroBak KZ-115 PAF pickups beautifully recreate the nuanced dynamics and low-end depth of the originals.
The KZ-115 follows the winding recipe from the Gibson Kalamazoo factory, using the original winder setup. The coil, wound on a non-adjustable, camless winding machine—a hallmark of the original winder—is called the "KZ-115 Vintage Center-Focused Coil." While this center-focused coil has the same number of turns as other PAFs wound on the Leesona 102, Slug 101, and ME-301, the difference in winding machine and coil winding technique results in a tonal character with a warm low end and crisp, crunchy midrange. The ThroBak KZ-115 demonstrates the importance of machine precision in PAF sound.
・ Vintage-spec butyrate bobbin made in the USA to replicate the PAF ・ Coil wound on a Gibson-customized KZ/LP-115 winder from the era ・ Vintage PAF-style baseplate made in the USA by ThroBak ・ Vintage-style pickup covers (nickel-plated, no copper) made in the same Kalamazoo shop as the originals
Made in the USA with the same alloy as the 1950s PAF pole pieces, molded using an old mold. Made in the USA with a Brown & Sharpe automatic threading machine for the slug pole pieces. Made in the USA with plain enamel wire (42 AWG), processed using the same process as the vintage models. Made in the USA with a vintage-spec custom-made Alnico magnet. Made in the USA with vintage-spec braided output wire (two-strand braided shield wire).
Made in the USA
DC Resistance: 7.7k
[ThroBak Electric Guitar Pickups]
ThroBak Pickups reproduce the vintage tone sought after today using the same winding machines as those used back then.
Our pickup designs, using the same winding machines as the originals, are made using the same methods as the originals, so no other pickup manufacturer can match our faithfulness. We strive to find the best winding machines and recreate the nuances of vintage PAF and P-90 sounds. Our winding machines come from Gibson's Kalamazoo factory.
Here is a true reproduction that brings back to life the legendary tones that once inspired players to perform their masterpieces.
The KZ/LP-115 winding machine, used on both PAF humbucker pickups and P-90s, was rescued by Les Paul before Gibson moved to its Nashville factory. The ThroBak KZ-115 PAF pickups beautifully recreate the nuanced dynamics and low-end depth of the originals.
The KZ-115 follows the winding recipe from the Gibson Kalamazoo factory, using the original winder setup. The coil, wound on a non-adjustable, camless winding machine—a hallmark of the original winder—is called the "KZ-115 Vintage Center-Focused Coil." While this center-focused coil has the same number of turns as other PAFs wound on the Leesona 102, Slug 101, and ME-301, the difference in winding machine and coil winding technique results in a tonal character with a warm low end and crisp, crunchy midrange. The ThroBak KZ-115 demonstrates the importance of machine precision in PAF sound.
・ Vintage-spec butyrate bobbin made in the USA to replicate the PAF ・ Coil wound on a Gibson-customized KZ/LP-115 winder from the era ・ Vintage PAF-style baseplate made in the USA by ThroBak ・ Vintage-style pickup covers (nickel-plated, no copper) made in the same Kalamazoo shop as the originals
Made in the USA with the same alloy as the 1950s PAF pole pieces, molded using an old mold. Made in the USA with a Brown & Sharpe automatic threading machine for the slug pole pieces. Made in the USA with plain enamel wire (42 AWG), processed using the same process as the vintage models. Made in the USA with a vintage-spec custom-made Alnico magnet. Made in the USA with vintage-spec braided output wire (two-strand braided shield wire).
Made in the USA
DC Resistance: 7.7k
[ThroBak Electric Guitar Pickups]
ThroBak Pickups reproduce the vintage tone sought after today using the same winding machines as those used back then.
Our pickup designs, using the same winding machines as the originals, are made using the same methods as the originals, so no other pickup manufacturer can match our faithfulness. We strive to find the best winding machines and recreate the nuances of vintage PAF and P-90 sounds. Our winding machines come from Gibson's Kalamazoo factory.
Here is a true reproduction that brings back to life the legendary tones that once inspired players to perform their masterpieces.
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■ 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)
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* 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.
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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.
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