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LC SERIES
"Has there ever been a guitar that has reached such a high level of fusion between modern engineering and craftwork?"
●Headstock: Introducing a headstock with beautiful custom-specific bindings. This binding is luxurious with a total of 6 plies of recream and black on the outside, and the contrast with the gold type peg that tightens the entire head part is full of richness. The logo of Tokai is also perfect, and it fully demonstrates the fun of the top model of the Mari Les Paul series.
●Neck: Like the LS series, the '57 model LC-110LC-100 uses the highest grade mahogany one-piece neck with a neck angle of 18°C, boasting excellent neck strength as well as outstanding acoustic characteristics. The truss rod setting is also perfect. And 2 types of LC60 and LC60M adopt mahogany neck with volute which is reproduction model. Compared to the hold type, the headstock surface is a little wider and the neck angle is 14°, which creates the so-called re-issue model's unique light tension sound. I would like to pay attention only to the custom model, which has become more and more popular in the establishment of fusion music recently. In addition, the fingering of the project team Jiman's fast passages is smooth, and the nigiri shape that meets the needs of high-technical players is a big attraction that cannot be overlooked.
●Fingerboards and fretting: Fingerboards are available in two types: ebony fingerboards (LC100, LC110) and rosewood fingerboards (LC60, LC60M). The position mark is a custom-specific block inlay By the way, did you know that this fingerboard has a considerable effect on the sound quality?! A big factor in the straight and sharp custom sound is the unique sound of this ebony fingerboard. And the LS60 60M's rosewood fingerboard features a milder custom tone, and if you use it according to your personality, it's more than good. Next, there are two types of fretting: ① fret edge binding (LC110, LC100) and ② over binding (LC60, 60M). Details have already been explained in the LS series section. The frets are a little narrower than the standard. Width 2.4mm Height 0.7mm. Be very careful not to fret-file yourself too much and literally turn it into a fretless wonder. Edge processing, filing, etc. are also perfect. It's a perfect neck that you can hear the heartbeat of improvised play as soon as possible.
●Body: There are two types of body for the LC series, the old model ('57 model) and the re-issue model (72 model). A little introduction to the history of the old model... It was 1954 when the custom model was made. One-piece mahogany body with binding on both sides, two single-coil pickups mounted. It made a spectacular debut with nicknames such as Peace Mahogany Neck, Ebony Fingerboard, Black Beauty with Gold Parts, and Fretless Wonder. And in 1957, a revolutionary PAF humbucker was mounted, and it became a 3PU specification (LC110), and a rare 2PU specification (LC100) model. In addition, a considerable number of custom models are also made with optional models, and it is also famous as a model with a large number of custom specifications. After that, as you know, in 1963, it was named SG Custom (current SG body shape), and the first custom model ended here. However, production started again in 1968, and the top was changed to maple. As mentioned above, the LC100 and 110 faithfully reproduce the old model, while the LC60 is a middle-class model with a mahogany top and back, and a jointed neck of the reproduced model. The LC6OM is a modern custom that reproduces the reproduction model as it is with a maple top and mahogany back body construction. It constitutes the rich lineup of the LC series.
●Arched Top: An elegant or beautiful arched top is just as perfect as the LS series. The LC series has a high degree of perfection, with a mahogany top or maple top vividly decorated with curved lines that are flat and flowing at the center. In particular, the warm arched top of the mahogany top combined with the optional color wine red gives off an outstanding sense of color. The clear and deep wine red is the symbol of the LC series. Competing with a unique arched view with a black beauty body.
●Amazing body processing: As you know, Tokai uses an amazing "computer-controlled 3D router". Craft with unparalleled mechanical strength and delicate craftsmanship The perfect replica model with Toman's participation is being born one after another. finishing details The texture is perfect. It should be said that this is true cost performance, and it is demonstrating its ability in all Tokai series such as LS, LC, and ES. And the LC and LS series "Nakaguri Eho" is also amazing. The length is about 38cm, the drilling machine is more than 2m, and the drill is 50cm. It's a work method that can't be imitated by others. These are just one of Tokai's proud technical capabilities. There are still a lot of invisible technologies in a single guitar.
●Pegs: Tuning is the lifeblood of musical instruments, and this peg is especially important for guitars. The LC series mounts the original Kluson GS503 on the LC110 and 100. The LC60 and 60M use Old Crewson Gold type pegs, which are the result of the sweat and tears of the project team. 2-threaded screws provide high performance without rattling, and firmly support the tuning section. Both knobs are resin single knurl type. The reason why I dared to use it for the LC60 and 60M, which are also reproduced by Dell, is because I want you to enjoy the ideal precision and outstanding peg head feeling.
●Pickup: Tokai's technology is also used in the pickup, which is the cornerstone of the sound. The newly developed "LC Vintage" and "LC Dynamic" clearly assert their individuality. Create great custom sounds. It is wrapped in a gold pickup cover like Teru. As I've said many times, this pickup wouldn't survive at all without the perfect hardware. Of course, the mahogany connection of the LC series is intense. The sticky sustain that is different from the maple top is really comfortable. From jersey sounds to hard distortion, it's perfect. LC110 is a familiar 3PU specification in Peter Frampton. Its sound variations are truly diverse, from straight sounds to phase-out sounds. It is a high-quality specification that has condensed lead work and side work into one guitar.
●Mounting ring: Black type mounting ring is used for all models, and the contrast with the gold pickup is goody. The shape is also made with exactly the same dimensions as the original custom, and the rear pickup side is quite deep like the LS series, and even for modified kids, it supports the coil firmly. It goes without saying that the bottom is flat.
●Saucer Knob & Switch Knob: The saucer knob is black on all models. This knob, which has a different taste from the standard gold type, is also interesting because the shape of most of the old model and the current model is different. All LC series models use this old type saucer knob. The switch knob is the same, adopting the old type. It realizes quick and reliable control action for everything.
●Bridge & Tailpiece: The bridge and tailpiece are a gold type with a beautiful finish. All shapes and materials are reproduced with the same materials as the original (LC100, 110). You can also adjust the pitch and string height as you wish. This system called T.O.M (Tune-O-Matic) was also adopted by Custom in 1954 for the first time. A special mechanism with a long history.
●Control source circuit section: Of course, it's no good if the switch and wiring section make noise just because the pickup is humbucking. Of course, this is not the case with Tokai guitars. First, a newly designed printed circuit board was adopted for the controller. By doing this, the reliability of the electrical characteristics is greatly increased, and the maintenance aspect is also improved. Killing two birds with one stone. In addition, the wood inside the controller is coated with antistatic paint, and the back cover is covered with metal. If you do just this, you will get a complete shield effect, and you will be able to deal with any kind of trouble.
●Color: The LC series comes in three colors, the factory original option color Wine Red (WR), the original color Black Beauty (BB), and the beautiful Cherry Sunburst (CS). LC100 and 110 are lacquer finish. The warm and tasteful color creates a good feeling.