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2019 Fodera Emperor 5 Lefty Flame Koa
SETUP & INSPECTED BY OUR TECH TEAM
All of our guitars come with a FREE professional setup to a comfortable action as specified by that instrument’s manufacturer. Our setups always include inspection of (and necessary adjustment to): action, intonation, tremolo angle, truss rod, frets, nut, bridge, and more. We can accommodate special setup requests - additional charges and/or shipping delays of 1-2 business days could occur.
INDIVIDUALLY PHOTOGRAPHED
After 15 years of innovation in our photography process, Ish Guitars has developed a way to get you the most accurate true-to-life color of every instrument we sell. We never embellish, oversaturate, or misrepresent our images, so that your buying experience can be as much like visiting our showroom as possible. Keep in mind that various computer screens can show colors a bit differently, so the color on your screen may not match the real thing perfectly no matter how hard we try. Also, unless otherwise noted, we individually list and photo every piece of gear that comes through our doors.
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SPECS
Weight: 11.0 lbs
Case Details: Original Hardshell Fodera Case
Cosmetic Condition: Very good condition. There is a bit of wear on the finish near/below the strings from play as well as a few very small dings on the wooden pickup covers. Small mark on the side of the bass as well.
Tech Notes: Guitar, Hardware, and Electronics were cleaned/tested and are functioning appropriately. Setup with minimal relief and medium/low action. Plays evenly throughout the entire fretboard with consistent intonation.
Mods or Repairs: When we received this bass there was some issues with neck lift where the fretboard extension meets the body. We sent the bass back to Fodera to get work done on the neck. They removed the frets and re-planed the fretboard to fix the issue. You will notice some of the side dots on the higher frets needed to get re-filled and replaced. This bass appears to have the older version of the Fodera Pope Preamp (pre 2009). Specs below.
Neck Profile: Slim C
Neck Thickness: 1st - 0.80" / 12th - 0.90"
Fingerboard Radius: 14"
Nut Width: 1 13/16"
Scale Length: 34"
Electronics Layout: Volume/Tone Stacked, Pickup Blend, Bass, Treble, Mid, Coil Split, Active Passive, and Kill Switch. (Fodera Pope Preamp pre 2009 version)
String Gauge: 45 - 125
String Spacing: 20mm Adjustable
Tools Included: Yes
Please note: All measurements are taken in-house. While we strive for accuracy, slight variations may occur compared to manufacturer specifications due to the nature of hand-measuring.
Questions?
Call/text us at 315-447-3243
Email us team@ishguitars.com
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Fantastic company. Answered my email promptly and shipped very quickly! I highly recommend Ish Guitars!
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Awesome guitar. Came with a perfect setup and no issues. Would love to buy another guitar from you guys.
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