1980s 1983 Vol. 7 "The Tokai World" Catalog & Changes

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Lots of things changed in the 1983 model year.

Tokai seems to have headed in a new direction away from Fener clones and deep into original designs.

New script logo becomes official with the release of the new catalog mid year.

Script logo shown on the mid year 1983 catalog with the theme of fishing for some reason?

GYO = Fish

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SENSATIONAL TOKAI
1983 Original Model
LIMITED EDITION

“To the rolling guitarists sailing the new sound universe. A keen sensibility has always created a new era. I have fought the times. And now, the warriors who carry electric guitars begin to spell many stories in the music scene with their weapons. Originality continues to play the prologue of the new impension! Rolling guitarists who love rock, fusion, jazz, and all kinds of music. Imagination rushes into the virgin zone at the end of flight and development. The times are for you guys. It's time to experience the '83 Tokai.”

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FEATURES OF LIMITED EDITION

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Super detachable neck system

Tokai's world-class detachable neck revolution. Unlike the conventional plate system, 10% deep brass nuts are passed through and 4 screws are made independent for a perfect joint, which boasts outstanding strength and long sustain.

In addition, we have changed the shape of the body and the heel part of the neck, which was impossible with the conventional plate method, and succeeded in heelless cutaway even though it is a detachable neck system.

The bold cut of the heel part and the shape of the neck joint that allows it to flow have achieved outstanding playability in high positions.

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22 frets (guitar)

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24 frets that expand the range of sound (bass) neck.

6 series of SX, VX, TZFSD, FVD, EXD adopt 648% long scale and 22 frets.

By adding 1 fret to the 1 fret that was the mainstream of conventional detachable necks, the range of sound has been expanded.

There are also two types of scales for bass guitar. The MBX series uses 820% medium scale 24 frets, and the LBX series uses 863% long scale 24 frets necks.

The 2-octave scale produces a versatile bass sound for any music genre.

Original pickups

All original series adopt newly developed pickups to produce sound performance that matches the individuality of each model.

1) New Single Coil P.U. P2-66 (BW) SX Series

Uses a powerful alnico magnet with a ball piece Nyu 6. The unique number of coil turns produces a sharp and straight sound. From high to low frequencies, the tight and crisp balance is unique to Tokai single-coil pickups. Please reduce various sound colors with the original control system with Plus One sound.

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2) New humbucking P.U. P1-11 BZ

Thorough research on old guitar pickups has created a humbucking pickup full of originality.

Mounted on all 5 series models of VX, TZ FSD, FVD, and EXD, and mounted on the black cover of the exquisite Flying Dragon, please experience the splendid and exciting original sound.

(P1-14BZ with 4 core shield is used for models with dual sound system and coil tap system)

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3) New Pace P.U. P6-11B (MBX & LBX)

Newly developed split type pickup P6-11B.

6 powerful alnico magnet ball pieces and an original number of turns of the unit produce a dynamic bass sound.

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4) New Pace P7-14B (MBX & LBX)

Original double-coil type bass pickup that shuts out noise.

The humbucking P.U.'s distinctive straight punchy deep bass and versatile sound are unique to the original. This is Tokai's ambitious work that challenges the limit of bass pickup.

In addition, because of its 4-core configuration, it is a versatile pickup that can create a more attack and bright sound character if used in a dual sound system, coil tap system, etc.

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5) Original tremolo system & bridge

Guitar:

All models use a tremolo unit system, and a super vibrato unit E.T. is standard equipment from middle-class models. Emotional and thrilling sound. Along with creating the sound, it will meet the needs of insatiable guitar players.

Standard equipment (SX5565/ VX55/65/80/TZ55/65-80/FSD65-70-120/FVD65-70-120/EXD65-70-120)

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Bass:

Newly developed heavy duty bridge and tailpiece for all MBX LBX series models.

Perfectly shuts out bridge top (saddle) pres due to vibrato and bending.

Another feature is that the screws that hold the bridge are not visible from the surface, and the body is sandwiched with strong bolts from the back of the body, and the double structure with the sustain block produces amazing long sustain.

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6) Original control system The control system is also full of originality.

As shown in the attached table

1) Plus 1 sound system

2) Dual sound system

3) Coil tap system

4) Booster system

5) P.U.

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Create new sound worlds with these systems.

(1) Plus 1 sound system

In addition to the five tones that can be created with the P.U.

(2) Dual sound system

The dual sound system produces two different sounds with just one pickup. One is a normal humbucking sound with coils connected in series. The other is Coil Parallel (a sharp and clear single-coil sound that can be obtained by connecting in parallel.

This is different from the single-coil sound that can be obtained with a coil tap system, because it keeps the humbucking effect intact, so there is no noise. The advantage is that you can get a clear sound

(3) Coil tap switch

A switch to switch from a normal humbucking sound to a single coil sound.

This switch works for both front P.U. and rear P.U.

(4) Booster switch

A booster circuit is built into the guitar body, and an overdrive sound (distortion sound) can be obtained with the guitar, which is very useful in live performances. Adjust the overdrive sound with the booster volume.

The battery (006 P-9Vx1) is installed on the back of the guitar and can be easily replaced.

(5) P.U. Balancer (Bass)

This P.U. balancer control creates a mix sound of front P.U. and rear P.U.

This volume stops at the center (center click method). Turning it to the right emphasizes the front P.U. Turning it to the left emphasizes the rear P.U. When fully turned, the output of one P.U. becomes 0.

This P.U. Balancer not only demonstrates its power when combining P.U.s with different outputs, but also expands the sound variation.





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SUPER VIBRATO UNIT


E.T. lock nut design that promises accurate tuning


(1) Easy mount system:

Tokai E.T.'s lock nut Part uses the existing nut as it is, and it is an easy mount system that anyone can easily install. Just by fixing it to the headstock with three screws, you can lock the strings while maintaining appropriate tension. (Patent utility model pending)

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(2) String tension bar body method:

The string tension bar that gives a constant tension to the strings is a lock nut body method. The tension bar keeps the 6 strings at a constant tension and is set in the base, so even when the lock nut is used to fix the strings, the proper tension is applied and the tuning (pitch) is never out of order.

We promise accurate fine tuning. E.T. can now be mounted on the long-awaited TSS series.

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It is no longer possible to mount the E.T. on the modern type TSS model (our company).

When you purchase a TSS-dedicated E.T. unit, it comes with a TSS-dedicated rod nut.

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You can mount the E.T. just like the TST model, just by replacing the pureet nut and the TSS dedicated rod nut.

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However, in this case, the TST model and the TSS model have different headstock tension radius angles, so be careful when installing the E.T. nut.

New release of E.T. unit dedicated to TSS

E.T.-IC・SS ¥21,000
E.T. IG・SS ¥26,000
E.T.1B・SS ¥26,000




Tokai E.T. vibrato unit (main body) that meets the aspirations of guitarists around the world with innovative ideas

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(1) Revolutionary system that can be used without cutting strings:

It can be used in exactly the same way as conventional vibrato units. Strings can be passed through the tremolo block and the string height and octave pitch can be adjusted for each of the 6 strings and 1 string. Moreover, it is a revolutionary system that can be used without cutting the strings. The vibrato unit is attached using the conventional method of fixing it with two stud screws into the original screw holes. There is absolutely no need to modify it together with the lock nut. There is no need to modify the pickguard for traditional models (such as the TST model). It can be mounted without destroying the appearance.

(2) Original special patent mechanism string lock method:

The method of fixing the strings in the vibrato unit is Tokai's original special patent mechanism method. (Patent utility model pending) The strings can be easily locked simply by tightening the lock screw installed in the tremolo section. It is enough to simply tighten it by hand, but for heavy metal kids' intense arming play, you can lock it with the included wrench. Good.

(3) Original two-point support edge & tremolo arm:

Any Original 2-point support edge that can support arming and 6 original tremolo arm is emotional Pib Produces Fat Sound. For special steel making You don't have to worry about the frame breaking. (original 2-point support edge) Zip part/patent utility model pending)

(4) Original view:

Tokai's original design full of functional beauty. This original vibrato unit is the best match for the conventional TST series. (Design registration pending)

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(5) Freely removable arm:

When using a hard case or soft case, the arm can be easily removed. It is very convenient because you can.

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Completely New Tuning Lock System Super Vibrato Unit

THE EXTRA TOKAI Vol1

Now on sale

E.T. IC ¥20,000
E.T.-1G ¥25,000
E.T.-1B ¥25,000



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And then there was also this that happened...

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