1980s 1987 Vol. 13 U.S. Masters and Tokai Catalog

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JSR & SR CUSTOM EDITION

A combination of the L.WHITE pickup and the strongest bridge unit in history, AR-V, which roars with extreme rock spirit. A custom edition filled with violent power that shakes up the heavy metal scene, making it sound unrestrained and wild. It was the emergence of a formidable newcomer, an energy that channeled the passionate sensibilities of the times. New JSR & SR, which aspires to be a super artist, stirs up the excitement of embarking on a new sound voyage.

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A newcomer full of rock spirit, JSR653PWR. J-style headstock with a sharp feel and deformed triangle pearl inlay. The playability of the small and lightweight body is designed to be more functional and simpler. The L.WHITE P.U. is directly mounted on the non-pickguard body to fully demonstrate its advanced performance. The powerful sound produced by the 6 Alnico big pole pieces and OFC (oxygen-free copper) wiring is suitable for all music genres, including heavy metal. Combined with the power of the AR-V bridge unit, it delivers incredible performance. Thin-neck, 22F jumbo frets ensure smooth fingering. From the J-neck JSR653 that meets the aspirations of contemporary rock artists to the standard ST-neck SR504. Full lineup with various pickup combinations, JSR & SR Custom Edition.

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JSD & SJ CUSTOM EDITION

Monster power L.WHITE pickup & AR-V bridge unit that destroys the gravity of the times. A huge eruption of prominence sound, amazing long sustain. A mysterious magical power that even has a mysterious seductive tone character. Good Vibrations, which inspires guitarists' third sensibilities, is filled with a foreboding and infinite potential energy hidden within its fearless jackknife-shaped body, and which never ceases to stimulate artists' imaginations.

NEW
A new standard JSD653BCR with infinite potential energy. A jackknife shape with a modern body line while inheriting the standard. The pickup space under the pickguard uses a multi-square system to meet the needs of future players. The neck, which determines playability, has a matte finish thin-neck with excellent fingering and jumbo frets. Coupled with the Ayers Rocker bridge unit that enables amazing arming play, it reliably follows hard action.The L. WHITE P.U., created by Pacific Hotline (Japan-U.S. joint development), has power and sharpness. Promising the best sound quality based on the fundamentals of New JSD, which never fails to stimulate the third sensibility of super artists, and New SJ, which cannot help but feel the magical power. The tonal nuances are so terrifying that it's certainly the ecstasy of the times.


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W CUSTOM EDITION

A custom edition with a carbon neck created from ultra-advanced technology built into a selected wood body. Combining advanced and traditional materials. Furthermore, combined with the intelligent expressive power of the optional top-quality pickup, guitarists can obtain the highest sound quality. It's not a bad idea to let your imagination run wild and try out a ballad tune. Awakening all the resonances of the heart.


Finishes: BB (Black) / SW (Snow White) / PW (Pearl White) / OW (Olympic White) / BBS (Blue Black Sunburst) / BC (Black Cherry) / BP (Blue Pearl) / MP (Metallic Red) )/STB (see-through black)/STBL (see-through blue)/STR (see-through red) BL (blonde)/GS (golden sunburst)/YS (yellow sunburst)/CS (cherry sunburst)/HS (honey sunburst) )/VF (Violin Finish)/VC (Vintage Cherry)/CH (Cherry)/WC (Wine Red)/WN (Walnut)/N (Natural)/RB (Lavender)/PK (Pink)/LY( Lemon Yellow)/SK (Sky Blue)/PS (Purple Sunburst)/PC (Pink Champagne)/CAR (Candy Apple Red)/LEPR (Leopard)/ZBR (Zebra)/OS (Old Sunburst) ●Rosewood model In this case, R will be added at the end. ●The colors in the catalog may differ slightly from the actual colors due to printing. ● New color versions may be added without prior notice.


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SD CUSTOM EDITION

A heartfelt custom edition that pays homage to the beauty of the fierce yet beautiful contemporary rock circuit. The explosive power of the L.WHITE big-up, which can be mistaken for scorching magma, and the power of the AR-V, named after the large rock Ayers Rocker. The expressiveness that communicates with the third sense, and the performance that challenges the guitarist's imagination, is unique to New SD. Times have changed. For the new generation, please enjoy this super guitar with a special charm.

NEW
Lady Killer's super machine SD703STBL inherits the traditional form while crystallizing the needs of contemporary rock artists in its simple form. The strongest combination ever of Ayers Rocker & L. WHITE pickup that captures a new area of imagination. The wild sound that shakes the artist's sensibilities with its invincible monster power is insanely explosive. The emotion accelerates, and the more you play, the more your guitar mind is shattered. This is the beginning of a new rock horizon. We want you to experience the performance that allows you to take off from reality to fantasy. Leader's Version From SD703 to 401, we would like to send new pickup combinations to artists who are all about bullets. I want you to pursue your limitless dreams and immerse yourself in the romance. Stimulates the libido and creates an uncontrollable flood of sounds run through.



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TST CUSTOM EDITION

Evergreen electric guitar (an eternal masterpiece), New TST that lets you listen to the immortal vintage sound. Original S-Line bridge unit, L.WHITE pickup that improves the quality of the traditional version. Flexibility to accommodate the modern rock scene while maintaining the basics. An amazing long-selling product that Tokai has cultivated with love for guitars. There is no need for words to embellish the real thing. A permanent collection for those who truly love music.

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The TST Custom Edition has transcended time and space and has received rave reviews from artists around the world for its beautiful resonance. When speaking of ST, it is a product with such confidence that it is often referred to as Tokai.

The TST153CSR is the ideal combination of a craftsman who loves guitars and loves wood, and human engineering. The offset shaped waist body is made of maple and mahogany for unparalleled playability. Combined with the power of the newly developed L. WHITE P.U., it produces intense yet human sounds. The great sound that is unrivaled by others is truly unique to Tokai. The TST version is the epitome of Tokai's guitar technology and boasts excellent quality. It has been a long time since we were the first in the world to introduce computers, and even today, our outstanding technology continues to receive decisive recognition. We learned everything from the old version and improved it with modern engineering to create the New TST, an excellent product with a lacquer finish.


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MOST ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY M.A.T. SERIES

This is an ultra-advanced version of Tokai's own attempt at new possibilities for electric guitars. From the metal body TF80, which is famous for Tim Farris model, to the CM802, which uses a carbon neck, all of them are infused with cutting-edge guitar technology, making this a new lineup worthy of being called Most Advanced Technology. Full throttle approach to consciousness, an intellectual object that foresees the music scene of the 21st century and guides a new rock generation.

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This is an innovative guitar neck created to take full advantage of the characteristics of carbon fiber. It has extremely high fatigue strength, and no neck warping or twisting due to string tension occurs. Coupled with the effect of Tokai's unique wire tension method, the action set by the manufacturer is maintained semi-permanently. In addition to being a uniform material with an average density, it also has excellent vibration characteristics, eliminating power loss and dead points caused by resonance. The world's first color carbon, designed to match with body color, is also an attraction that cannot be overlooked.

In addition to strength and rigidity, carbon fiber also has excellent electrical conductivity. Therefore, the shielding effect is high, and the noise that tends to occur in single-coil P.U.s is almost completely cut out. Transmission of string vibrations is efficient, and there is little drying effect, so the "live sound" is mixed effectively - the tight and clear sound that is unique to a bonbody, guaranteed to be the best match with effector effects and amplifiers. Masu. Please read the M・A・T general catalog for details. ●World's first all-carbon version M2001 Limited order production = ¥200,000/Please contact your Tokai dealer or any sales office.


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WORKS

Works was born from the fusion of Tokai technology and ultra-advanced pace design. Scooped out body and 24F deep insert type joint neck that is compatible with a wide range of music genres such as rock fusion and jazz. 15 head angle to produce powerful bass. Combined with the expressive power of EMG, Kent Armstrong, and L.WHITE, it responds to the third sensibilities of a new generation of bassists. Works is a beautiful beast!! Ultra-advanced high-sensitivity base


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The Professionals' Choice...Make It Yours.
HAMER U.S.A. GUITARS


Hamer has a factory in Arlington, Illinois, USA, and is a talented manufacturer that is at the top of the new generation of American guitar manufacturers. To most people, Hamer may seem like one of the newer manufacturers that has suddenly come into the limelight in recent years, but in reality, Paul Hamer produced several Explorer-type guitars in the early 1970s. Since then, it has continued to be the mainstream of American-made rock guitars. In general, there are two ways to make solid guitars, and they can be categorized into two types: mechanically manufactured bodies in which the neck is joined with bolts, and types in which the neck is joined to a body with an arched top (set neck). Hamer followed the set-neck method and created extremely unique finishes on highly developed guitars, which made him famous. But Hamer is truly a wonder machine. For example, the Chaparral has a Strat-like body with finishes such as ice pearls and pink pearls that make it look like the sun is rising, and its price makes sense from its appearance. Every Hamer is a perfect guitar, and once you get your hands on one, you'll definitely want to play it and won't be able to put it down.

Structure and features of the Hamer guitar: The Hamer guitar uses a one-piece Honduras mahogany pattern stock (hardwood for wooden molds) for the body. The neck is made of straight-grained maple wood at its core, with book-matched maple wood glued on both sides. This creates a counterbalance effect and helps keep neck warp to a minimum. The fingerboard is made of straight-grained ebony or rosewood, and the inlays are the most beautiful and elegant mother-of-pearl position marks. In order to obtain accurate pitch, the frets are made of slightly fine nickel containing 18%, and are designed to produce a warm sound. Hamer has consistently maintained its original design policy. That is why we carefully select the materials we use and use the highest quality parts. Because it has a one-piece body, the entire guitar resonates and has a very long sustain. This quality of sustain is one of the best features of the Hamer, and is difficult to obtain from other guitars. The sound emitted from the strings is transmitted to the bridge and spread throughout the homogeneous body. And then to the neck. The body design is also extremely superior, making it lightweight and offering unparalleled playability.

Hamer's standard tremolo system is the Floyd Rose. The problem was how to attach it to the body, but Hamer was the first to embed a positive anchor in the body, and fitted it with a screw with a fine thread to allow extremely fine adjustment. This is not only because the tremolo system is firmly attached to the body, but also because the sustain transmission to the body is very good. Also, the studs never fall down.

The standard pickup is SLAMMER, which provides excellent sound quality that is different from Duncan or EMG. The finish is 12 coats of traditional cellulose lacquer. As you can see, the Hamer has a professional vibe all over it, making it a completely uncompromising guitar. Naturally, this is a guitar for top-class artists, and its playability and high-quality sound are outstanding.

Playability and Sound: The Chaparelle is like a lightning bolt, with great looks and playability. The neck width is standard, 1%, close to a Strat. (nut), 23% (12th fret), but the ebony fingerboard has a very gently curved surface, and the action (string height) is extremely low, making it unparalleled. Finger work is also possible. The nut is carefully carved by hand from cow bone. Chaparral has a hard rock image, but it is by no means a guitar that produces anything but a dull sound. This is due to Hamer's philosophy regarding guitars, which is that the guitar itself is an excellent sound source, and that the sound must come directly from the wood itself. As a result, Hamer's pickups are arrogantly underpowered. They are not the kind of transducers that will cause the amp to melt down quickly. On the contrary, Hamer's P.U. strikes a good balance between the two extremes. It's the only guitar that can produce a true wood sound, even though the single coil sound is hot enough to produce distortion from a tube amp. Bridge humbuckers have similar features. It's a really hot and authentic sound. This balance of power and tone combines perfectly with stinking trebles - scaldingly hot through a distorted tube amp - and exceptional sustain to make the guitar sound even better. perfectly matches Floyd Rose's playability. You can get high notes that scream, bend like a madman, and have enough sustain to use the tremolo, but there's so much power that the chords become fuzzy or blurry than you'd expect. It is surprising that it does not appear. In other words, this guitar has a very sharp and driven attack at the top end that makes you want a cover, but it also has a sweet tone that can make even the coldest of listeners cry. It maintains a sharpness and natural tone that allows it to be used naturally in blues solos depending on the mood of the moment.

This is probably why the world's top guitarists, including Gary Moore, love Hamer so much. - British trusted magazine IN TUNE Elle Editor-in-chief: About Hamer, who was selected as a U.S. MASTERS in the classical guitar category. Gary Cooper talks.

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HAMER FROM U.S.A.

Hamer's philosophy regarding guitars is that the guitar itself is an excellent sound source, and the basic stance is that the sound must come directly from the wood itself. The sound emitted from the strings is transmitted to the bridge and spread to the one-piece body. And then to the neck. The beauty of sustain can be said to be one of Hamer's most outstanding features. This is a super first-class wonder machine that uses only selected materials and the highest quality hardware, and is intended for use by top artists


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AR-V & L.WHITE

The Ayers Rocker AR-V bridge unit, named after the world's largest rock, improves the quality of the 1987 version. L. WHITE pickup born from Pacific Hotline. By equipping the bridge unit and pickup, which are the heart of a Tokai electric guitar, with the most powerful system in history, guitar players can experience a shocking monster power that has never been seen before. A third-sensation rock spirit that roars to the extreme.

AYER'S ROCKER V
Licensed Under
FLOYD ROSE Pats.

AR-V boasts the performance long-awaited by professionals as a super-action tremolo system. The easy setting system allows you to quickly change strings. The string locks perfectly with no distortion. After-lock that follows the thrilling arming frets. Fine tuner system, long sustain brass block, ultra-special steel SKH, and other features befitting the name A's rocker, and the extraordinary bimi-rag power that instantly scales down to O-tension.

●Easy setting system allows you to change strings without cutting the ball end. In this case, it is important to insert the ball end deeper than the center of the block. ●The original string block (patent pending) is long and there are no loose strings. Therefore, the strings are perfectly locked. ●Arm torque adjustment is OK to follow the best arming play. ●Super special steel SKH is fully quenched and tempered, making it suitable for long-term hard use. ●The anchor is carburized and quenched, and its strength is second to none. The bolt is embedded, so vertical movement is perfect.

S-Line Gold

S-Line Bridge Unit: The exploration of vintage sound is completed with the all-brass S-Line. Accurate pitch is achieved through 3D milling. Amazing long sustain improves the quality of the 1987 version.

CUSTOM PICKUPS
L.WHITE
PLANNED BY LAWRENCE WHITE OHIO USA PRODUCED

BY TOKAI JAPAN

Amazing power using OFC Producing the best sound quality based on L.WHITE P.U., Power & Sharp, created by Pacific Hotline (Japan-US joint development). The coil wire material uses the world's latest OFC (oxygen-free copper), which provides a more natural sound. OFC is used in top-of-the-line speaker systems, computer systems, and various advanced systems, and is extremely pure. You'll get great sound with almost no noise. (Patent applied for)


SDS DRIVE:¥15,000/Awesome power generated from 6 big poles made of Alnico and OFC wiring. Sharp and bright sound with a punch.
SDH DRIVE:¥15,000/Warm & powerful old sound. A thick distortion with a smooth attack and a well-balanced sustain.

SDH SUPER DRIVE: ¥20,000/SDH DRIVE is made the strongest, and the vivid distortion sound is truly a super drive.
SDS SUPER DRIVE: ¥20,000/Low noise and high power with improved quality of SDS DRIVE. Versatile support from sharp & bright tones to heavy metal sounds. Ultra bright & powerful midrange super P.U.

SDS CUSTOM: ¥18,000/ Sharp & bright sound created by the combination of OFC wiring & Alnico 46 big pole. Ultra quality that can only be custom made.
SDH CUSTOM: ¥18,000/ A custom-made covered type of SDH DRIVE. The power and delicacy of the high range is truly the return of the '59 old PAF.

SDJ DRIVE: ¥15,000/Dynamic sound produced by 46 big poles and OFC wire that perfectly captures a wide range of string vibrations. Powerful & clear. The mild midrange sound is also perfect.
SDP DRIVE: ¥15,000/ A balance of powerful magnets and wiring for sustain and harmonics. A monster P.U that adds power to the nuances of the Vintage P.U. and expands its expressive range to the utmost with a rich midrange.

_____________________BY PACIFIC HOT LINE


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TRADITIONAL VERSION

TST Traditional opens up the ideal of old. The shocking specs that take the old version to a higher level are truly a fusion of sensibility and technology. The offset-shaped waist body, which produces unparalleled playability, and the highest quality hardware all work together in an outstanding combination to achieve versatile expressiveness. From the Nile Rodgers model ST-NR-Special to the TSS38. To foreign guitar players sailing the sea of creation.


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TRADITIONAL VERSION

Sharp and bright, straight and mild terry sound has infinite expressive power, and is versatile for not only rock, but also blues, soul, and country. A diverse lineup including TTE50N, Sharaku, and string bender version TTE200. Simple and beautiful, an excellent product that can be called the basics of electric guitars. At the same time, TPB & TJB, JPJ, the best electric basses, made a spectacular appearance. To the wandering artist seeking a return to humanity.



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TRADITIONAL VERSION

TLS & TLC,TSG learned everything about guitar production from the old version and improved it with modern guitar technology. The Tokai Traditional version is the pinnacle of vintage models, and can be called the ultimate. The oldie lyrical sound, rich sustain, and variety of tonal colors supported by perfect hardware have continued to be loved by artists around the world. The sound of a single heart that passionately captivates the audience.


The pinnacle of vintage models TLS200VF flame grain bright curly maple 2-piece top, finest mahogany 1-piece back body. All super first class materials & hardware. High grade rich sound and rich feeling. It is truly Evergreen (an everlasting masterpiece). The secret to versatile expressiveness. Vintage finish for a long time as an excellent product, it has been used all over the world. It is loved by artists and has received great reviews. The price has become decisive and today It has reached this point. Traditional He is said to be the model Tokai. It has a reputation for its production, recognized for the highest level of technology ·Masu. Top-of-the-line version TLS 200 to TLS50, and TSG, Until TLC. Love the trees, play the guitar craftsmen who have loved - dedicated to per-artists. A masterpiece of destruction. Unleash your dreams of adventure. Run through the rock circuit. Traveling through the ages for guitarists. To the locker, art full of elegance. The scent of TLS.

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KENT ARMSTRONG & GROOVE TUBES

Despite being a handmade P.U., Kent Armstrong is at the forefront of P.U. technology. Because they are produced in extremely small quantities and are of high quality, they are called the phantom P.U. and are loved by big musicians. Smooth response, hot and sweet that leads to enthusiasm. Coming soon to Japan. Group tubes also appeared at the same time. A masterpiece produced by Aspen Bittman. For advanced Japanese artists seeking new sounds.

HOT SPOT by KENT ARMSTRONG RAINBOW PICKUPS FROM GREAT BRITAIN

The phantom pickup sought by the world's top musicians: Kent Armstrong is currently one of the most important people in the world's music scene, and is part of the music scene in England and the U.S.A. It's having a big impact. As you can see from the family pom, Kent's father was Dan Armstrong, who is said to be the founder of the legendary P.U., and the Plexiglas body guitars he designed and produced became very popular due to the influence of Keith Richard and others. . Kent, who was born in America (now settled in the UK), now provides the most trusted PU repair service in the UK, and has been commissioned by many big musicians to repair vintage humbuckers (Gibson). We have the technology to perfectly repair any PU, from vintage Strats (Fenders) to vintage Strats (Fenders). Equally noteworthy is his extremely valuable and rare wind service. Suppose a player has a guitar that PU doesn't like. If you ask Kent, he will wind it to the player's favorite sound. This is one of his most important jobs, and no one can match him. In addition to Pair, Kent's work includes custom production and design for British handmade guitars such as MANSON ALLGATOR.STRATA, and he is also invited by top U.S.A. manufacturers. These facts can also be said to demonstrate his ability. Since he became the creator of the original design KENT ARMSTRONG, he has established a reputation as a top-notch P.U. expert. In addition to manufacturing many types of P.U.s, we are also responding to sophisticated changes in current P.U.s. For example, by tapping at several points in the middle of a P.U. coil, the player can effectively select a different number of turns, thereby unlocking many variations in the range without an active circuit. Kent's ideas are a modern-day P.U. We are at the cutting edge of technology. Recently, a few manufacturers have released "Low impedance P.U.", but Kent has been making it for a long time. However, because it is handmade, the number of production is very small. It is called the phantom P.U. among pig musicians. This time, we will manufacture to order only for Japanese musicians and players who mount them on Tokai guitars and basses. The originator of P.U. A direct descendant of Dan Armstrong, the Kent P.U. is currently attracting the most attention in the world.It has a completely sealed structure made of top-secret special resin, and perfectly cuts out noise. all laps Smooth response in the wave number band, sound quality is solid and crisp, and the treble is so hot and sweet that it goes crazy!! Coming to Japan soon. Please stay tuned.


Produced by Aspen Pittman

Aspen Pittman, the owner of Group Tube, is famous among musicians around the world as a collector of old amps, and his know-how is put to good use in GROOVE TUBE. The lifespan of group tubes is surprisingly tough compared to existing vacuum tubes, and provides efficient sound over a long period of time. The tubes of the amplifier you are currently using By replacing it with GROOVE, you can get a powerful tone with sustain, and get the same sound as a professional musician. ●Please be careful about similar products when purchasing. Please be sure to check for Aspen Pittman's signature (A.P. signature) or the signature of the production manager, and also ask whether the product is handled by Tokai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd.


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