Duesenberg Starplayer w/hard case USED

Description

Good Condition! w/hard case

Manufactured in 2000. This is a Duesenberg from Germany. In Japan, it's perhaps best known for being used by Ringo Shiina. It's a Starplayer in the same green color. Later models had "II" or "TV" designations, but since there's no number on the label, it's likely the first generation model.

The pickup configuration is a humbucker-sized single-coil in the front and a semi-open humbucker in the rear. The controls are simple: a 3-way selector, volume, and tone. It features a Bigsby-type tremolo unit, producing a smooth vibrato and a stylish look.

There's some crackling in the tone knob. Overall, there's some yellowing due to age, and the metal parts and plating are tarnished and peeling. However, there's no significant damage, and considering its age, it's in beautiful condition. The only accessory is the hard case; there are no original documents.

Product Rank AB

Main Specifications Body: Laminated Spruce & Maple

Neck: Maple

Fingerboard: Rosewood/ 22 frets

Nut Width: 42mm

Control: Volume, Tone & 3-way Blade SW

Serial Number: 000324

Accessories: Hard Case

Condition

Tuners: No problems (within standards)

Nut: No problems (within standards)

Frets: 70% remaining

Neck: Almost straight (within standards)

Truss Rod: No problems (within current standards)

Fretboard: No problems

Pickups: No problems

Control Pots: No problems

Switch: No problems

Bridge, Saddles: No problems (adjusted)

Paint, Scratches, etc.: Sun fading, minor scratches

Overall Rating: AB. Shows signs of use, but no problems for normal use.

Remarks (Replacement parts, etc.): String height: 12th fret, 1st string/1.5mm 6 strings/2.0mm

Total weight: 3.25kg

*Beeswax wax is used during cleaning, so you can apply orange oil or similar on top before playing. Removal is also possible before shipping; please let us know according to your preferred care method.

Shipping

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