HISTORY NT-07
This is the NT-07, the top-of-the-line model from Shimamura Music's HISTORY brand from the 2000s.
I bought it used about 3-4 years ago, but I don't remember the website or the price I paid. (lol)
I think it was probably over 100,000 yen.
The overall condition has minor scuffs, scratches, and dings, but no deep scratches or dings.
I'll list all the negative points first.
1. There is cloudiness throughout the sides and back. It doesn't affect the sound, though. (Images 17, 18, 19)
2. Currently, there is no endpin, just a hole. Please attach a pin as you like, or widen the hole to install a pickup, etc. (Image 16)
3. There is a bulge on the top. If you place a straight ruler parallel to the bridge, there will be a 2-3mm gap on each side.
Next, regarding the neck condition, it is almost straight with almost no warping.
There is about 80% of fret life remaining, but not much saddle adjustment room.
However, I think the string height can be lowered by about 0.5mm.
The current string height is 2.2mm at the 12th fret for the 6th string and 1.8mm at the 12th fret for the 1st string.
This is Shimamura Music's top-of-the-line model, made with genuine high-quality materials, and its sound reflects that.
Unlike Gibson, it has a bright, beautiful, and straightforward tone that is not unpleasant. (I love Gibson, by the way.)
It's a sound that even an amateur can recognize as good, so please consider it.
Here is the product description from the web:
Features and Characteristics
1. Top-of-the-line Wood Material: All solid wood construction with a solid spruce top and solid rosewood back and sides. It boasts a rich sound with depth and excellent responsiveness.
2. Professional Hardware: Equipped with GOTOH SGL510X, the highest standard for tuning accuracy. This ensures high stability and smooth operation.
3. Accurate Pitch with C.F.S.: Features C.F.S. (Circle Fretting System). This provides accurate intonation and quick note attack, resulting in beautiful chord voicings and improved playability.
Main Specifications
TOP: Solid Spruce
Back/Sides: Solid Rosewood (All Solid Construction)
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale: 645mm
Tuners: GOTOH SGL510X-L5
Frets: C.F.S 20F
Finish: Lacquer
CategoryGuitarConditionSome scratches/marksShippingIncluded in price (by seller)FromYamaguchi
SHIPPINGS
Free shipping in Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal.
For other countries the shipping cost will be paid by the client.
DELIVERY TIME (as of delivery)
Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal: 1-2 working days.
Other countries, we attach a table with those that are open in the online store, indicating transporter and transit days.
The return period is 14 calendar days from the receipt of the order.
Carriers for change of size in Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal, are in charge of 24HRS.