Fujigen-made RYOGA Skater-H3 2018 Pearl Rose Pink Champagne MIJ Made in Japan Offset

RYOGA Skater-H3 - Pearl Rose (Made in Japan by Fujigen)

Professor’s Notes
A lightweight, dynamic guitar with a pro-grade build in a subtle blush pink finish with a refined metallic sheen, offering a sophisticated and elegant look. Its focus, snap and clarity make it an ideal choice for rock and pop musicians while maintaining enough tonal versatility for all genres. A rare, low production diamond in the rough.

Specifications

·Weight: 7 lbs 1 oz

·Case: Original Ryoga Gig Bag

·Nut width (measured): 1.70 in

·12th fret width: 2.07 in

·1st fret depth: 0.83 in

·12th fret depth: 0.94 in

·Neck Profile: Modern C

·Body: Alder 3P (38mm thickness)

·Neck: Maple/Bubinga 5P with 14° angle

·Fingerboard: Rosewood

·Fingerboard Radius: 13.8 in (350R)

·Finish: Thin Urethane

·Frets: 24F/JESCAR FW47104NS

·Scale: 25.5 in (648mm)

·Neck Joint: Bolt-On (Heel Cut Joint)

·Tuners: GOTOH SG301-P4N

·Nut: Cow Bone

·Neck Pickup: RYOGA RS1

·Bridge Pickup: RYOGA RH1

·Controls: 1 Volume, 3-Way Selector, 1 Tone

·Lead Cable: Cloth Wire

·Condenser: Orange Drop

·Output Jack: Switchcraft

·Bridge: WSC JSB-CR

·Strings: D'Addario EXL110 (.010-.046)

·Country of Manufacture: Japan

·Year of Manufacture: 2018

Condition
This Skater-H3 is in Excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. There are light signs of normal use including fine scratches and pick marks. There is a barely noticable finish only crack on the lower horn neck pocket, and a tiny ding on the end of the headstock (pictured). The finish remains glossy and the frets show very light signs of wear. The neck shows no signs of warping or waviness and the truss rod operates smoothly with room in both directions. Hardware is clean and fully functional. Electronics are original and operate flawlessly. Includes a very nice original gig bag with 18mm padding, tools, and warranty card.

A thorough inspection and professional setup have been completed to ensure full functionality and playability upon arrival to you. It has been set up with fresh D’Addario EXL 10-46 strings, medium action with optimally adjusted relief, intonation dialed in up and down the neck, and pickup height set.

Overview

Expertly crafted at the world renown Fujigen factory, the RYOGA Skater-H3 is a offset-bodied lightweight model designed for musicians seeking standout aesthetics, comfort and performance. The Skater-H3’s combination of an alder body and 5P maple/bubinga neck results in an articulate and detailed sound with focused low end that cuts through the mix. A gentle pearl pink hue with a subtle metallic shimmer, Pearl Rose lends a tasteful and refined presence that changes under varied lighting conditions, exuding elegance with a mature vibe that suits players of all ages. With a sleek 38mm body thickness, this guitar offers easy handling for even the most intense live performances. Weighing in at a hair above 7 pounds, it's a perfect choice for long sets or players prioritizing ergonomics and comfort.

The 25.5-inch scale bolt-on neck with sandwiched maple and bubinga construction ensures a familiar and highly responsive feel. Each neck is repeatedly tested by hand during the shaping process to ensure proper feel and easy playability. The beautifully figured rosewood fingerboard is adorned with unique offset pearloid fret markers and 24 expertly finished medium jumbo Jescar frets. Boutique details abound, as rosewood is also used to top the headstock and as the truss rod cover. A thick transparent 1-piece faux tortoiseshell pickguard and solid retro-style aluminum knobs adorn the front of the Skater, completing the high end look. High quality hardware including very smooth 3+3 Gotoh SG301-P4N tuners and custom-made satin finish WSC JSB-CR hardtail bridge ensure rock solid tuning stability and optimal vibration transfer for the strings.

Tone & Electronics
Equipped with RYOGA’s original RS1 and RH1 pickups, the Skater-H3 is designed to provide a well-balanced output ideal for a range of genres. The RS1 neck pickup offers round yet snappy and detailed tone, packing plenty of single coil vibe perfect for rhythm work and fat leads that stand out. Meanwhile, the RH1 bridge pickup delivers fat humbucker focus and punch with clear midrange and a bite that cuts through. High-quality CTS pots coupled with an Orange Drop capacitor provide reliable, transparent operation with highly usable adjustability for the Tone control. Together, this electronics package delivers a much more versatile tonal palette than you might expect, allowing players to easily switch between sweet, mellow vintage tones and sharp, focused modern sounds. Vintage-style cloth wiring and Switchcraft jack complete the electronics package.