Ibanez Ichika Nito Signature Model - Vintage White Matte
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Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
While it is really compact and light-weight, the non-chambered, solid body of this Ichika Nito signature model provides great sound with rich woody tones. To meet the demand of various playing styles, the guitar features a Wizard C neck which has a very neutral shape it's not too thick, too thin, or too flat. The 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga construction also offers great stability and long-term durability. The new R1 S-S-S pickups are designed specifically for use in headless guitars. They provide a clearly defined sound, facilitating excellent tonal balance through all frequencies. The lows are powerful without being muddy, and the highs are bright and clear, but never harsh. As a result, every single note within the chord structure is well defined, and clearly audible. These pickups, with their tonal balance and extremely low noise performance, work extremely well with both digital and analog effects.
Features
• Wizard C 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
• Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard imbues this model with an exotic appearance. The fretboard is heat-treated for a balanced attack and rich sustain.
• Jescar EVO gold frets are known for their bright tone, gorgeous appearance, and excellent features such as long-lasting durability and smooth note bending.
• Nyatoh used as the body wood provides a rich mid-low end.
• R1 S-S-S pickups
• Mono-Tune bridge offers a wide intonation range so that you can easily set the instrument up for tuning down a whole step or even further. The string height is also easily adjustable, and each saddle generally has less material, which leads to more natural and organic tone.
• The dyna-MIX 8 switching system with Alter Switch offers eight sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch. It even simulates a humbucking sound from the combination of two single coil pickups.
Specs
neck type: Wizard C 3-pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
top/back/body: Nyatoh body
fretboard: Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard w/Mother of Pearl Step off-set dot inlay
frets: 24 Jescar EVO Gold frets
bridge: Ibanez Mono-Tune bridge
string space: 10.8mm
neck pickup: R1 (S) neck pickup (Passive/Ceramic)
middle pickup: R1 (S) middle pickup (Passive/Ceramic)
bridge pickup: R1 (S) bridge pickup (Passive/Ceramic)
pickup switching: dyna-MIX 8 switching system with Alter Switch
controls: volume and tone
scale :648mm/25.5"
strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (.010 - .046)
hardware colour: Satin Chrome
Case: Gig bag included
Specifications
| Active EQ: | No |
| Body Colour: | Vintage White Matte |
| Body Finish: | Satin Polyurethane |
| Body Material: | Nyatoh |
| Body Shape: | Ichika Signature |
| Body Type: | Solid |
| Bridge Design: | Ibanez Mono-Tune |
| Bridge Type: | Fixed / Hardtail |
| Case/Gigbag: | Gigbag Included |
| Celebrity Model: | Ichika Nito |
| Controls: | 1 Volume + 1 Tone |
| Country of Origin: | Indonesia |
| Fingerboard: | Maple - Roasted Birdseye |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | Mother-of-Pearl Step off-set Dot |
| Fret Profile: | Jumbo Stainless Steel |
| Fretboard Radius: | 12" / 305 mm |
| Hardware Finish: | Satin Chrome |
| Instrument Size: | Full |
| Neck Body Join: | Bolt-on |
| Neck Body Join-Fret: | 20th |
| Neck Finish: | Gloss Polyurethane |
| Neck Material: | 3-Piece Maple Roasted / Bubinga |
| Neck Shape: | Wizard C (Parallel Wizard) |
| Number of Frets: | 24 |
| Number of Pickups: | 3 |
| Number of Strings: | 6 |
| Nut Material: | Plastic |
| Nut Width: | 1.653" / 42 mm |
| Orientation: | Right |
| Pickup Brand: | Ibanez R1 Ceramic S |
| Pickup Configuration: | SSS |
| Pickup Type: | Single Coil(s) |
| Scale Length: | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| String Gauge: | .010 - .046 |
| String Type: | Steel |
| Switching: | 5-Way Blade Switch + 1 Alter switch for dyna-MIX8 system |
| Tailpiece: | Ibanez Mono Tune |
| Tuning Machines: | Ibanez Bridge tuners |
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Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Ichika Nito Signature Model - Vintage White Matte | 758177 |
