currypowder Posted February 23 Posted February 23 (edited) SOLD $1,450 NOW $1,250 Shipped Here we have a fantastic 2012 HES-180, part of the Hibiki series. Built to be more vintage accurate, this would have been towards the top of the ES lineup in 2012. As I've gone through almost every guitar type know to man, I've come to the conclusion that 335s just aren't my thing. While I like the semi-hollow nature and tone, I prefer it to be in a smaller body like the FGN MSA or Les Paul ES. But make no mistake, this is a top quality 335 for a lot less $$. I would describe the condition as good to very good with a couple of cosmetic issues, a couple of small dings around one of the f holes and near the rear strap button. There is also a scrape near the top and side of the headstock (on the EAD side). The Fifty Nine pickups are a nice upgrade from the typical Tokai Mk2 pickups and were only available on the Hibiki models. They’re low output PAF pickups with resistance of 7.30 (neck) and 7.25 (bridge). Frets show no visible wear. Weight is 8 pounds Neck measurements are: Width - 1.65" to 2.05" nut to 12th fret Depth - 0.84" to 1.00" 1st to 12th fret Here is the description of the model from the Hibiki site: The HES180 is a model that further enhances Tokai's acclaimed ES series with a more vintage feel. To achieve a more vintage sound, the neck pickup position was profiled from a 1950s pickup. It features "The Fifty Nine," a pickup newly developed for the HLS series. "The Fifty Nine" was created by selecting the best PAF pickup from a wide selection and thoroughly "tuning" it to achieve the best possible sound. The finish is an incredibly thin urethane finish, just one-third thinner than conventional finishes. This maximizes the resonance that is so important in a semi-acoustic guitar. The neck, which provides the fullness essential to the ES sound, features a one-piece mahogany neck with a Madagascar rosewood fingerboard. A Delrin nut and Jescar frets provide excellent response and brightness. Body: Maple Arched Top / Maple Side & Back Neck: Mahogany One Piece Finger Board: Madagascar Rosewood Frets: Jescar PU: The Fifty Nine (Made in Japan) x 2 Bridge: LS-VB Bridge / LS-VT Tailpiece Finish: Ultra-thin urethane Nut: Delrin Adjust Rod Cover: Original Includes original branded hard case. More pics available upon request. Edited March 10 by currypowder 3 Quote
velorush Posted February 23 Posted February 23 Neck counts me out (thank you for providing measurements), but absolutely beautiful! Long guard, too. Quote
Spinaltap Posted February 25 Posted February 25 I have wanted a Tokai lp dc style for some time now. It's too bad a 335 is just the wrong size for me, now if it was 339 size.. GLWTS Quote
Saul Goodman Posted February 25 Posted February 25 1 hour ago, Spinaltap said: I have wanted a Tokai lp dc style for some time now. It's too bad a 335 is just the wrong size for me, now if it was 339 size.. GLWTS Actually, it's not too big. I thought so too in the beginning. But, the more I played it the more I liked it and got used to it. And I'm not a big lady. I've been playing it sitting down since I got it in 2014. I can even play it in my wheelchair. 2 1 Quote
hamerican gigolo Posted March 15 Posted March 15 I was tempted by it, I have to admit. Glad it sold. 2 Quote
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