Fernandes RPB-38 '64, white, made in Japan circa 1990. Fernandes are one of the biggest and most renowned guitar brands in Japan, despite a relatively small profile in the rest of the world. This vintage P-style offering is a handy little player. It's got a comfy, moderate rounded neck carved from some attractive tightly grained maple and dark streaky rosewood, paired with a super lightweight but well balanced body. That makes for a comfy, agreeable feel and a certain natural resonance. Plugged in, you get a punchy tone with a pronounced midrange growl, which is great for punk or grungy stuff. Rolling the tone back smooths things out quickly, offering a gooey warm Motown tone that's heaps of fun. The reverse-tuxedo look works a treat too, it looks classy in an understated way. Good stuff.

Model: Fernandes RPB-38 '64
Made: Japan, 1990 approx (no serial on this one)
Finish: white, 3-ply black guard
Body: basswood
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 34" scale, 9.5" radius, 42mm nut
Weight: 3.930kg
Mods: none
Pickup: Fernandes RPB split single coil
Case: none

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor scuffs on the bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has a few light scuffs in the middle of the body and along the back edge, as well as some dimples a couple of inches in from the rear strap pin. The sides have some light scuffs in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has minor scuffs above the pickup and on the guard. Overall: very good condition (8/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. The frets look great, minor wear only, 9/10 for life left. Set up with fresh 45/105s.