Aria Pro II is an international brand that has been active since the early days of guitar making in Japan.
This model is the SB, a flagship model of Aria Pro II.
One of the greatest masterpieces in the history of Japanese guitars has made a comeback.
The SB has been loved by musicians all over the world.
Marcus Miller, Will Lee, Jack Bruce, and John Taylor are known bassists who have used the SB. (Titles omitted)
Currently, the latest model, the SB-1000, is being manufactured.
This model is a signature model of Cliff Burton, the bassist of Metallica.
He was a big fan of this SB series.
Its iconic look and sound will be reproduced in a limited production run in 2026.
It features a neck-through construction, with a 7-piece laminated neck made of maple and walnut.
The beauty of the wood grain, which runs smoothly from the tip of the headstock to the bottom of the bridge, is exceptional.
The fingerboard is rosewood. The standard model uses ebony.
The body is made of ash.
The body shape is designed with weight balance in mind; in fact, the bridge side of the body is thicker than the headstock side.
This shifts the weight balance towards the bridge, resulting in a comfortable balance during playing.
The color is, of course, all black.
The tuning machines are GOTOH GB707, and the bridge is a QHB-1BR.
While the standard model's bridge is also made by GOTOH, this likely recreates the look of the original.
This shows that this is not just a limited edition model with a different color, but a project made with love.
The pickups are dual-coil MB-10E.
The preamp is the familiar B.B. Circuit.
This circuit, which has captivated many bassists, is an active low-pass filter that allows you to freely switch between six different characteristics.
From a warm and thick sound to a bright and attacky sound, the character changes with the switch. Simple yet highly practical, it allows for quick and optimal sound shaping to suit playing style and ensemble.
This filter can be switched on and off with a mini-switch.
Controls include volume, tone, mode selector, and B.B. Circuit bypass switch.
It features a thick, attack-oriented sound with a tight yet smoothly extending sustain.
This is Cliff Burton's SB.
SPECS
Body: Ash
Neck: Maple + Walnut, Neck-Through body, Heel-Less Cutaway
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Frets: 24F
Scale: 864mm
Pickups: MB-10E Dual Coil
Controls: Volume, Tone, 6-position PU Attack Mode Selector SW, Bypass SW, Battery LED
Bridge: QHB-1BR
Hardware: Chrome
Finish: BK (Black)
Delivered after being adjusted for easy playability by GIB's craftsmen.
Accessories: Gig bag, poster, warranty card
Text: Ryoma Terao
Inspection 담당: Higashie
Product photos: Higashie
Manufacturer's warranty included
◯GIB, TONIQ Warranty Information
●Lifetime Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for lifetime free ""String Vibration Setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
・Please present your warranty card with your name filled in.
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・Please bear the cost of shipping and other miscellaneous expenses.
●Re-purchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchased item within 6 months of purchase, we guarantee the buyback price. The price is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
●Defect Warranty
Basic Co., Ltd. provides a warranty against defects for products sold by the company. With the exception of some items such as consigned goods, we will repair (or refund if repair is not possible) any malfunctions that occur during normal use within a certain warranty period from the date of purchase free of charge.
The warranty period is 3 months for used products and 1 year for new products.
Please note that the following cases will incur a charge even within the warranty period:
* Malfunctions and damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
* Replacement of consumables.
* Malfunctions and damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
* Malfunctions and damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions described in the instruction manual.
* Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by a party other than our company.
* If the warranty certificate does not have your name, model name, serial number, etc. filled in, or if the wording has been altered.
* If the warranty certificate is not presented or is lost.
(Warranty is only provided for purchases made in Japan.)
● Up to 15% OFF with Trade-in
When you use our trade-in service at the time of purchase, the sales price will be 10% off. (Consignment items are excluded. This offer is only applicable if the trade-in value is 15% or more of the selling price.)
Furthermore, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly buyback campaign, the discount rate will be 15%.
We will ship with sufficient packaging.
We also ship internationally.
●Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee
Free Shipping Worldwide. All import duties and taxes are included in the price. There are no hidden fees upon delivery.
If you return a product, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.
Note: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.
Please be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using.
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