(SOLD) Fernandes JG-45 Yellow 1999
Fernandes JG-45, bright yellow, made in Taiwan 1999. Fernandes are a giant of the Japanese guitar industry, offering excellent instruments since the 1970s and still delivering the goods and enjoying a great reputation to this day. These JG series models popped up briefly in the late 90s, and they're a lot of fun. You get the classic offset shape, a sensible, smooth and sturdy two point Strat-style trem, a 25.5" scale neck with a shreddable 13.75" radius and easy-access neck joint and a pair of humbuckers with a split switch. It's a winning combo: it plays really agreeably and sounds great. The neck is slim and quick and the hardware is much less finnicky than a vintage style Jag, so it's reassuring in the hands. The tone is snappy and full, with plenty of punch in the attack and plenty of beef through the lows and mids. The bright yellow is a laugh: you can't miss it, I reckon it's awesome. JG=jolly good.
Model: Fernandes JG-45
Made: Taiwan, 1999 approx
Serial: obscured
Finish: yellow, gloss poly
Body: alder
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 25.5" scale, 13.75" radius
Weight: 3.635kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fernandes SH-7 humbucker x2
Accessories: basic gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor dimples on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear on the back only. The back has very minor scuffs in the elbow area. The sides have no major marks. The front has a sticker mark behind the bridge, scuffs near the knobs and dimples in the elbow area, plus light play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor wear only