{"product_id":"864963","title":"PHILIP KUBICKI USED Blaster Bass","description":"Japanese-made Philip Kubicki Blaster guitars have arrived!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Founder Philip Kubicki began his career as a craftsman at Fender in 1964 under Roger Rossmeisl. While in the R\u0026amp;D department, he is known for his involvement in the development of George Harrison's rosewood Telecaster, Jimi Hendrix's last Stratocaster, and the Thinline Telecaster. After leaving Fender, he launched \"Philip Kubicki Technology\" in 1978. Starting with the manufacture and sale of replacement necks and bodies, he released the innovative \"Factor\" bass in 1985.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Featuring a headless design and a robust neck constructed from over 20 pieces of multi-layered maple lamination, this instrument boasts a highly unique and distinctive appearance. However, its ergonomic design ensures excellent balance and playability, going beyond mere novelty to deliver a truly practical instrument. Furthermore, this \"Blaster Bass\" is a model manufactured in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The guitar shows signs of use and some dents in various places, but it functions perfectly. While it's difficult to set the action low due to a slight high-end bounce, it's not difficult to play, the frets show minimal wear, and the truss rod is currently working without any issues. The G-string tuning knob on the bridge appears to have been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a rare model that is becoming increasingly difficult to find on the market.\u003cbr\u003e Don't miss it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003caccessories\u003e General-purpose soft case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Weight: ≈5.0kg\u003c\/accessories\u003e","brand":"PHILIP KUBICKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43931962441841,"sku":"864963","price":1177.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4173\/0673\/files\/864963_01.jpg?v=1786099375","url":"https:\/\/global.ikebe-gakki.com\/products\/864963","provider":"Ikebe Musical Instruments Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}