Product Description
1978, Made In Japan serial
EG-450 model, FujiGen production
Ebony Black finish
Mahogany body
Set-in Mahogany neck, trapezoid inlays
Rosewood fretboard
Fast and slim 60s style neck profile
24 ¾” scale, 12” radius, medium frets
The bridge has the original Maxon U1000 humbucker pickup
However, as an incredible bonus, the neck pickup has been swapped for a Maxon U3000 humbucker!
This is an amazing and rare find
It is dated to the 12th JUNE 1975, ink stamped
This makes it one of the very first versions, in the first year of production, for this pickup
The bridge has that classic lead tone, but the neck with this U3000 is on another level
It has a powerful high output, with a rich and versatile tone
Very articulate, with excellent sustain
Standard 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3 Way Switch controls
Cream body front and neck binding
Chrome Hardware
45+ years vintage, not a mint collector, but a great players example of an EG450
Especially with the addition of the U3000, truly it is a rare piece of manufacturing history
Includes a Hard Case
ITEM CONDITION
All machinery, electrical, and pickups are without issue. Surface marks and scratches, some impressions/dings/dimples/dents/chips, some tarnish to the tuners/washers, the body edge (at binding) near the control knobs has a slight lift at the binding (inspected and solid and not moving any further), brand new pickup covers, brand new 3 way switch, brand new jack plate - as pictured.
