{"product_id":"872691","title":"BLACK SMOKER Standard Series Beta J5 Futoshi Sakai LTD2 (Pewter)","description":"A highly anticipated limited re-release of the original model based on the specifications of Futoshi Sakai!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e BLACK SMOKER is a handmade brand from Nagano Prefecture, a mecca for musical instrument manufacturing where many brands are located. This brand, which is already generating buzz among many professional musicians for its high sense of style and high quality in terms of sound, playability, and looks, is a noteworthy brand created by three people: Mr. Kuroiwa, the representative who has been involved in the design and manufacture of numerous manufacturers and models; Mr. Yanagisawa, a young builder who creates with him; and Mr. Itasaka, a builder who has honed his skills at a long-established Japanese brand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The \"Futoshi Sakai LTD,\" a collaboration model with Futoshi Sakai, was produced in a limited run of only three units as part of Ikebe's 50th anniversary celebration. This model sold out immediately, and in response to numerous requests, a long-awaited re-production has been realized. The theme is \"a reproduction of the first-lot bass owned by Mr. Sakai and still used as one of his main basses.\" However, instead of a faithful reproduction, it incorporates the evolution of the past 10 years, resulting in a \"reproduction\" that has reached even greater heights, and can be said to be the \"pinnacle of Black Smoker\" to date.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While the specifications themselves are standard, such as the alder body, high-density Indian rosewood fingerboard, and maple neck, the selection of materials has been refined and carefully chosen, going even further than previous models. The custom pickups ordered from the now world-renowned \"Kuwabara Pickups,\" combined with the highly skilled setup that brings them all together, result in a sound that has a strong presence in an ensemble. The slightly tighter radius and firm grip of the neck also contribute to a \"playable\" feel, a solid resonance, and a sense of thickness and core tone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The differences from the previous model are the number of body pieces (1 to 2) and the change in finish from lacquer to urethane. Due to difficulties in securing materials and aiming to improve cost performance while differentiating it from the 1st model, we discussed this with Mr. Sakai himself, and he suggested that \"lacquer is not necessarily superior, but rather it's a matter of the paint's character, so urethane might be a good option,\" and this specification was adopted. At the same time, he also specified that \"the pickups, which are the core of the sound, should remain the same,\" so they were specially made again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It may sound vague, but this bass is \"truly amazing.\" It's rare to find another model with such a solid tone, excellent pitch\/tension, and high playability in such a simple design. It represents a pinnacle of Japanese handmade basses, and for us, it's a culmination of our efforts. Experience the greatness of this model, the culmination of Black Smoker's experience and Mr. Sakai's dedication and expertise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBody Wood: Alder\u003cbr\u003e Neck Wood: Maple\u003cbr\u003e Fingerboard Wood: Indian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e Neck Shape: C Shape\u003cbr\u003e Scale: 864mm \/ 20F\u003cbr\u003e Nut\/Width: Bone \/ 48mm\u003cbr\u003e Frets: Medium Jumbo NS\u003cbr\u003e Radius: 250R\u003cbr\u003e HW Color: Chrome \u0026amp; Nickel\u003cbr\u003e Machineheads: GOTOH GB528\u003cbr\u003e Bridge: GOTOH 404BO-5\u003cbr\u003e Pickups: Kuwabara Pickups BS 60s\u003cbr\u003e Electronics: 2Vol, 1Tone, Mini SW (Series\/Parallel)\u003cbr\u003e Finish: Urethan\u003cbr\u003e Weight ≈ 4.06 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Gig bag included","brand":"BLACK SMOKER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68733388423281,"sku":"872691","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4173\/0673\/files\/872691_01.jpg?v=1794379329","url":"https:\/\/global.ikebe-gakki.com\/zh-hans\/products\/872691","provider":"Ikebe Musical Instruments Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}