{"product_id":"kawai-sen","title":"Late-1960s Kawai \"Sen\" 3-Tone Sunburst Electric Guitar (MIJ)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLate-1960s Kawai \"Sen\" 3-Tone Sunburst Electric Guitar (MIJ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eA super fun and quirky late-1960s example from Kawai’s pre-export “Sen” series, this Sen 100–140 range model sits right at the transitional point of Japanese electric guitar production. Finished in a classic 3-tone sunburst with pearloid block inlays and a lightweight Sen ash body, it reflects the early experimentation period of Kawai’s electric designs before the full 1970s catalog boom. At just 2.8kg, it has a notably light and resonant feel, typical of these early domestic-era builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eThe neck features a 25\" scale length with a medium C profile, offering a comfortable and slightly rounded hand feel that sits between Fender familiarity and early Japanese interpretation. It’s finished in gloss polyurethane, paired with a 9.5\" radius fingerboard and a 42mm plastic nut width. The 22 medium nickel silver frets provide a smooth, playable surface, with capacity for both chordal work and melodic lead playing despite the guitar’s vintage spec set. The slightly shorter scale offers a nice slinky feel and fret life is solid here at about 60% with intact crowns and no major wear present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eElectronics consist of a set of 3 x “Goldfoil” single coil pickups (black inserts instead of gold), delivering a distinctly airy and textured output characteristic of late-60s Japanese pickup design. The pickups read in the clean, low-output resistance range resulting in a balanced, clear configuration with an emphasis on clarity and articulation over power. The tonal character leans bright and slightly microphonic, with a raw, open response that works particularly well for clean and lightly driven tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1849\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIn excellent condition for it's 50+ year vintage, this quirky and fun guitar has been professionally serviced and setup with 10-46s. It's playing smoothly with comfortable action and captures that perfect 60s jangly tone. Tt delivers its own identity, combining lightweight sen ash construction, early “Goldfoil” style pickups, and a comfortable medium C neck into a uniquely expressive vintage package. Missing tremolo arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eMake: Kawai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eModel: Sen (Exact Model Unknown)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eOrigin: Japan, Kawai Factory, Late 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eBody: Sen Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eNeck: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood w\/ Pearloid Block Inlays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003ePickups: 3 x \"Goldfoil\" Single Coils, Neck: 4.9kOhms, Middle: 4.4kOhms, Bridge: 4.5kOhms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eNeck Profile: 25\" Scale, Medium C Profile, Gloss Polyurethane Finish, 9.5\" Radius, 42mm Nut Width (Plastic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003eFrets: 22 Medium Nickel Silver Frets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eFinish: 3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eWeight: 2.8kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomestic AU Shipping (Insured) - $Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational Shipping (Insured) - $199.99\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal Pickup\/Click \u0026amp; Collect - 135 New Canterbury Road, Lewisham 2049\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is sold as is - if it is broken or damaged on arrival, we will offer you a return\/refund. We cannot accept returns for change of mind or offer any warranty on used\/vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KAWAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43480490508406,"sku":"KAWAISEN","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/8041\/6630\/files\/2FACF935-3BBC-4CDE-A475-79E4D4A869D7.jpg?v=1781070332","url":"https:\/\/deeptonemusic.com.au\/products\/kawai-sen","provider":"Deep Tone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}