"NIGHT OWL"

For this instrument, the Japan Custom Shop opted for a straightforward, precision-crafted take on a traditional RG. At first glance, this guitar exhibits all of the characteristics of a classic RG design, but upon closer inspection and after playing a few notes, it becomes immediately apparent that this guitar is so much more. The most obvious deviation from the conventional RG is the inclusion of a gold-colored, metal control plate that attaches separately from the rest of the pickguard. Gold was chosen for the hardware since it provides a dynamic, complementary look to the black gloss finish and vintage white pickguard. If there was an RG designed for formal affairs, this would be it. Other notable features include an asymmetrical neck profile, humbucker coil-tap switch, Ebony fretboard with a 12”-16” compound radius, newly designed Gibraltar Elite bridge, Stainless Steel Frets, a nitrocellulose finish and a stunning 5pc Roasted Flamed Maple neck with Rosewood stringers. Ultimately, this instrument is tailor-made for any player that gravitates towards the looks and styling of a traditional RG but wants to enjoy all the benefits of a custom shop-built guitar.

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PAVED IN GOLD

Added for a splash of visual excitement as well convenient functionality, the metal control cavity plate is attached to the instrument independently from the rest of the pickguard, making access to the electronics smooth and simple. The gold color also serves as a compelling accent to the instrument’s overall visual design. 

ROASTED OVER A FLAME

While the front of this RG leans heavily on the painted look, the back of the instrument injects a heavy dose of figured wood aesthetics with a phenomenal Roasted Flamed Maple neck. The neck is 5pc construction and features two Rosewood stringers in between the Maple.

COMPOUNDING FACTORS

A feature borrowed from some of our more recent production models, the 12”-16” compound radius on the fretboard of this RG makes it perfect for stellar chord work as well as dynamic and intricate soloing. It’s a feature that has become more popular in modern guitar building, and our JPCS team thought this was the perfect build on which to include it.



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JPCS11 - "NIGHT OWL" BUILD INFO:

  • Neck: 5pc Roasted Flamed Maple / Rosewood
  • Neck Width: 43mm @ Nut, 58mm @ 24th Fret
  • Neck Thickness: 21mm @ 1st Fret, 23mm @ 12th Fret
  • Grip Shape: Asymmetric C
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12”-16” Compound
  • Inlays: Vintage Ivory Dots
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Scale Length: 25.5"
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-On
  • Body: Alder
  • Top: N/A
  • Pickups: Y.O.S. Smoggy
  • Tuners: Gotoh MG-T locking
  • Bridge: Gibraltar Elite
  • Includes Hardshell Case & Certificate of Authenticity

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