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Explanation
A hidden gem of a handmade instrument that evokes the legacy of Carl Thompson.
Mike Brown, a luthier known only to those in the know, studied under the master luthier Carl Thompson in the early 2000s and is known to have been greatly influenced by his designs and philosophy of instrument making. According to an interview from 2003, he was building only one or two guitars a month, with Mike Brown himself handling every step of the process. Unfortunately, there is currently no information available indicating that he is building new instruments.
We have received a Bass from Mike Browne Designs, a brand believed to have produced an extremely limited number of instruments in total.
The body top features beautiful, undulating burl bubinga, while the back is made of ash. The fingerboard is made of perforo wood. It is equipped with a Nordstrand stack-type pickup and an Audere Engineering preamp.
Although the brand is not widely known in Japan, its woodworking craftsmanship is undeniable. You can feel the attention to detail poured into every aspect of the instrument.
The sound is very woody and organic. Particularly impressive is the soft, warm tone in the higher registers. It produces a clear, pleasant sound characteristic of high-end instruments.
Despite its warm tone, the contours never become blurred. Perhaps thanks to the 34.5-inch scale and ash body, the Low-B string has clear intonation and a solid core.
This is a guitar that embodies the hallmarks of a high-end model while exuding an organic vibe. The luthier’s philosophy and sensibility are evident throughout!
【SPEC】 BODY: Bubinga Top / Ash Back NECK: Maple FINGERBOARD: Pau Ferro P.U.: Nordstrand FAT STACK PREAMP: Audere Engineering 3ZB 3EQ CONTROLS: Volume/Balance/3-Band EQ/Z-Mode Impedance Switch WEIGHT: 4.00 kg SCALE: 34.5” NUT WIDTH: 47.5 mm w/Hardcase *Fingerboard inlays added later
*Both the neck and electronics have been serviced by our in-house technician and are in good condition *String action set to approximately 2.0mm at the 12th fret *Parts have been disassembled and cleaned
[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.] ※As this is a used/vintage item, the information provided is based on our inspection. Please be aware of this in advance.
【Peace of Mind Service for Online Purchases】 Please take your time to try the product in the comfort of your own home for 6 days after it arrives. Even if it’s not what you expected, don’t worry. We will refund the purchase price as long as you cover the round-trip shipping costs. Please feel free to take advantage of this offer.
*Comes with a 5-year adjustment warranty for peace of mind, thoroughly adjusted by our store *Please feel free to contact our staff for more details about the product. *We offer high-value buyback prices for items purchased from our store.
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/Amplifiers (Adjustment Warranty: Up to 5 years) If your instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide free service. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitars (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months) For defects arising from normal use, we will provide free service for 1 month or 6 months after purchase.
Wind Instruments (Up to 1 Year) Upon arrival, we clean the interior of the instrument, replace consumables as needed, and perform any necessary repairs and maintenance. If the instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound during normal use, we will repair it free of charge.
