Chiyoda-ku, Japan
About this listing
A 2006 Washburn N4 Vintage has just arrived!! Nuno Bettencourt, guitarist and frontman of EXTREME. He has consistently used his signature model, the N4, since his debut, and the newly arrived N4 Vintage is a model crafted based on the most iconic original N4. It features the N4fs standard specifications: an alder body, maple neck, and ebony fingerboard. The neck joint is, of course, Stephenfs Extended Cutaway. The wood and hardware have been aged to look as if the guitar has been used for many years, and an gN4h sticker is affixed near the volume knob. The year this particular guitar was manufactured, 2006, marked the transition from the gRelich to the gVintageh model name, and the certificate of authenticity confirms that this unit is an N4 Vintage. The neck feels slightly sturdier than recent profiles, and the ebony used for the fingerboard is thicker than on more recent models. This is one of the guitars for which Nuno himself was invited to the Washburn factory at the time to sign the back of the headstock; it comes with photographs showing him signing the guitar and scenes from inside the factory. The certificate of authenticity also features his handwritten signature. The aging finish directly carries on the style used on the Relic models, and the fact that the distressing is more pronounced than on later Vintage models is one of the defining characteristics of this period. Additionally, the volume knob screw?familiar to Nuno fans?has been faithfully reproduced, giving it a look that longtime Nuno enthusiasts will recognize as gThis is the N4!!h The previous owner changed the rear pickup from a direct-mount configuration to a standard escutcheon mount. The strap pins had also been replaced, but wefve fitted new DiMarzio DD2200 pins to match the factory specifications. While it shows some signs of use, this is a guitar thatfs meant to be played! While it has matured into an even more authentic N4, its overall condition remains excellent. This is a guitar we hope youfll enjoy as you continue to develop it into your very own N4. Since the endorsement program has already ended, the Washburn N4 is set to become increasingly rare. If youfve ever thought, gIfd like an N4 someday,h please consider this one as soon as possible. * This guitar is set a half-step lower to match the artistfs specifications. * We sincerely apologize, but due to the nature of this product, we are unable to accommodate requests for pickup at other Ishibashi Gakki locations or for shipping. Please direct all inquiries to the Ishibashi Gakki Shibuya Store. Condition: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use Serial Number: 0608062 Year of Manufacture: 2006 Country of Manufacture: United States Case: Genuine hard case Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Photograph, Arm, Manual, Strap Weight: 3.14 kg Strings at Setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 / .010-.046 set * Please note that as this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. We appreciate your understanding. * Any listed measurements regarding the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity. These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the values will be identical when the item arrives at your location. * This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time. We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.*** The shipping cost to most countries is included in the listed price ***All musical instruments we sell have been checked and adjusted for playability. The pictures in the listings are of the actual item so please have a look for an idea of the cosmetic condition. As they are used instruments they may or may not have some scratches or wear to the finish. Please note: Ishibashi will not accept returns or refunds in the case of dents, scratches, or cosmetic wear that were originally detailed either in the pictures or description. Thank you for your understanding.Condition: Some scratches, dents and marks. If you would like to know more about this specific instrument, or have general questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.Accessories: Please confirm the picture.Precautions for electronic instruments that use a power supplyThe voltage in Japan is 100 V, it is different from most of other countries, you need confirm the voltage of your country and in some cases you have to get locally an adaptor for converting the voltage before use it in your country.Please note!All import duties, customs fees, and procedures are the buyer's responsibility - please be aware of the requirements for your countryWe will check the condition of the items that we received order over before shipping it out. The usual wait time for our shipping is 7 to 10 days worldwide. We are open from Monday to Saturday 11:00am until 6:00pm (Tokyo time zone) 6 days a week, closed on Sunday.** Please note that all items for sale on here are also available at our retail stores in Japan. There is a chance that they may sell out in our retail location beforehand. We update our information daily, but there is still a chance this may occur. In this event we will cancel the order and refund any payments received. Thank you for your understanding.More information please confirm our shop policy.
PriceR$22,170.34
+ R$6,906.65 Shipping
