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Three Dots Guitars  |  Product Code: 693850

Three Dots Guitars JB (Alder/BLK/R) [Autumn Super Sale]

Sale price $1,674.00 Regular price $1,922.00
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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.

Description

A renewed version of JB, which ``produces a sound that rivals vintage in the field''!

Three Dots Guitars was founded with the concept of providing instruments that are playable and reliable enough to be used in professional settings, at an affordable price. This high-cost performance model was completed under the supervision of bassist Tak Saito, who is deeply involved in the workshop, and leading Japanese luthier Yoshiyuki Kikuchi. The head shape adopts the design of Kikuchi Guitars, and the two brands will continue to evolve as sister brands.

While maintaining the traditional JB style, Kikuchi has incorporated his accumulated expertise and sensibilities to create a model that is "cost-effective yet suitable for professional use." The body, slightly larger than a full-size guitar, embodies the "just right" feeling. While the grip and fingerboard radius are standard, the neck features a low-angle action to accommodate modern playing styles, and parts designed for weight and sustain while maintaining a tight feel. These specifications combine traditional style with modern ease of use. These were selected and crafted after extensive comparisons with a vintage JB owned by Tak Saito, with the goal of achieving a sound that rivals vintage guitars in the field. The most notable feature is the pickups custom-made for this model. These parts were carefully crafted after dozens of prototypes and test runs by Tak Saito and Kikuchi. While faithfully reproducing the sound of the instrument itself, it delivers a clear attack, a bold presence that doesn't get lost in the ensemble, and low noise, making a big impact despite its simple specs. This high-quality setup also boasts overwhelming ease of playability and excellent intonation, needless to say.

The fact that they started with a simple passive-style JB rather than a unique, eccentric design shows the brand's strong commitment. The rich sound that sets them apart from typical vintage reissues has already made this a brand/model with a strong presence as a practical model for players.

Please experience the quality of our world-class domestic models.

Three Dots: Playability = Excellent playability, Reliability = Reliability, Affordability = Affordability

*The image is a sample. Due to the nature of the product, the grain and color may vary from piece to piece.

Body Wood: Alder 2-Piece
Body Shape: JB
Neck Wood: Maple (carbon fiber rod)
Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood
Scale: 864mm
Radius: 305R
Fret: DHP24H
Nut Width: 38mm
Finish: Polyester
Tuner: Hipshot
Pickup: Original J
Control: Volume/Volume/Tone
Bridge: Vintage style 20mm
String Gauge: 045-105
Color: BLK (Black)

Gig bag included

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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.

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