Does anybody know when they might have Jackson Soloist 7s again?
Ordering from Ikebe Music in Japan
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You could always email them and ask. I know they have 2 seven string Jackson Stars Kellys on there at the moment.
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Such a strange numb
Mmm, those caparisons look yummy.
Clydefrog
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So quick question, not sure if anyone would have the answer.
There's a very good chance that I'll be stationed in Japan (probably Misawa, but also maybe Kadena or Yokota) with the air force. Would import duties still apply due to it being shipped to an APO (it's still in Japan, but... technically onto US soil....) ?
There's a very good chance that I'll be stationed in Japan (probably Misawa, but also maybe Kadena or Yokota) with the air force. Would import duties still apply due to it being shipped to an APO (it's still in Japan, but... technically onto US soil....) ?
shred_sentinel
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As a potential alternative to Ikebe, I had a good experience ordering from a small shop in Tokyo named "Soundmama". They have a sales rep who's command of the English language is better than any other shop in Japan I've dealt with (which was the deciding factor for me). I can't say enough good stuff about their English speaking sales rep (Nolly) and would definitely deal with them again (and have). If the shop doesn't have what you are looking for in stock, they can usually get it in a short amount of time. Also, they accept US credit cards, PayPal, or bank wire transfer as forms of payment. Their contact info is provided below but feel free to PM me if you have any specific questions.
Nolly Hiruma
hiruma@soundmama.com
Soundmama Co., Ltdhttp://www.soundmama.com
http://www.soundmama.com
5-14-10, Kobuchi Sagamihara-shi
Kanagawa-ken Japan 229-0004
Tel: 81-42-766-9095
Fax: 81-42-766-9089
Nolly Hiruma
hiruma@soundmama.com
Soundmama Co., Ltdhttp://www.soundmama.com
http://www.soundmama.com
5-14-10, Kobuchi Sagamihara-shi
Kanagawa-ken Japan 229-0004
Tel: 81-42-766-9095
Fax: 81-42-766-9089
CrushingAnvil
Ironically enough, now in Jesus Land
Ikebe Gakki said:
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I'm seriously looking to get me an ESP Edwards E-CY-145E from www.ikebe-gakki.com
Do they ship them with care? well protected? I live in Canada and I not sure it comes with a hard shell case so I'm a bit worried..
Any input from folks who have had a guitar shipped to North America from that site would be great!
Alder w/Black Pearloid Binding and a 3-piece Maple neck got me Gas.
I just hope she has an ESP Thin-U neck.
ESP EDWARDS E-CY-145E Specs:
BODYAlder w/Black Pearloid Binding
NECK Hard Maple 3Piece
FINGERBOARD Ebony, 24frets w/Black Pearloid Binding
RADIUS 305R
SCALE 25.5 inch (648mm)
NUT Locknut (R2/42mm)
INLAY Abalon Dot
JOINT Neck-thru-body
TUNER GOTOH SG360-07
BRIDGE Floyd Rose (FRT-3000)
PICKUPS (Front) EMG 81(Rear) EMG 81
PARTS COLOR Black Nickel
CONTROLS Master Volume, Master Tone, 3Way Lever PU Selector
Only $1,355 Canadian before shipping as of right now!
Link--> ??????web site ???? - ???
Do they ship them with care? well protected? I live in Canada and I not sure it comes with a hard shell case so I'm a bit worried..
Any input from folks who have had a guitar shipped to North America from that site would be great!
Alder w/Black Pearloid Binding and a 3-piece Maple neck got me Gas.
I just hope she has an ESP Thin-U neck.
ESP EDWARDS E-CY-145E Specs:
BODYAlder w/Black Pearloid Binding
NECK Hard Maple 3Piece
FINGERBOARD Ebony, 24frets w/Black Pearloid Binding
RADIUS 305R
SCALE 25.5 inch (648mm)
NUT Locknut (R2/42mm)
INLAY Abalon Dot
JOINT Neck-thru-body
TUNER GOTOH SG360-07
BRIDGE Floyd Rose (FRT-3000)
PICKUPS (Front) EMG 81(Rear) EMG 81
PARTS COLOR Black Nickel
CONTROLS Master Volume, Master Tone, 3Way Lever PU Selector
Only $1,355 Canadian before shipping as of right now!
Link--> ??????web site ???? - ???
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2 Other Japanese international guitar stores that use paypal.
http://japan-discoveries.com uses Paypal and they speak English. I got a Very Fast response from these guys and they are very helpful. A bit too expensive though..
www.kurosawagakki.com also uses Paypal, They take a week to reply but have Good prices.
http://japan-discoveries.com uses Paypal and they speak English. I got a Very Fast response from these guys and they are very helpful. A bit too expensive though..
www.kurosawagakki.com also uses Paypal, They take a week to reply but have Good prices.
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Another way to buy from some Japan guitar stores that wont sell internationally is thru--> www.japonicamarket.com, they Claim they can order guitars thru www.ikebe-gakki.com and many other Japan guitars stores that wont sell over seas. They basically buy it for you thru them with your money, they act as a middle man. Japonicamarket also accepts Paypal.
I thought I'd mention this since Ikebe-Gakki stopped selling all Japan market gear to customers in North America directly a few years ago, not to mention you can't use paypal with Ikebe-Gakki.
Make sure to calculate all costs before ordering from japonicamarket.
Example of potential costs: Guitar price + EMS shipping + their commission fee + paypal fees + possible customs fees.
japonicamarket can be expensive but I found them to be less expensive than japan-discoveries.com.
Really make sure to calculate all costs before ordering from japonicamarket.
I thought I'd mention this since Ikebe-Gakki stopped selling all Japan market gear to customers in North America directly a few years ago, not to mention you can't use paypal with Ikebe-Gakki.
Make sure to calculate all costs before ordering from japonicamarket.
Example of potential costs: Guitar price + EMS shipping + their commission fee + paypal fees + possible customs fees.
japonicamarket can be expensive but I found them to be less expensive than japan-discoveries.com.
Really make sure to calculate all costs before ordering from japonicamarket.
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Meestursparkle is another great option, James at Meestursparkle is very helpful, I would have no problem buying from him. If you really want something rare or that is not listed on his ebay store he can source it in Japan for you but be aware he charges a standard $350 sourcing fee for that service. James is American and speaks perfect english. Feel free to check out his active ebay items (aka Guitars and what not).
Link---> http://www.meestursparkle.com/index.html
Link---> http://www.meestursparkle.com/index.html
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Just found another one that will accept paypal and they speak great english. Good prices!
Link--> http://www.soundmama.com/
Info page--> http://www.soundmama.com/english/
Link--> http://www.soundmama.com/
Info page--> http://www.soundmama.com/english/
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I must also mention Ishibashi Music
They accept paypal and speak english, you can find some good prices on some great used & new gear there.
Link--> http://www.ishibashi.co.jp/eng/
They accept paypal and speak english, you can find some good prices on some great used & new gear there.
Link--> http://www.ishibashi.co.jp/eng/
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Something else to note is http://www.digimart.net/english.html
They are Japan's leading Musical Instrument Search Engine (they claim). Check them out.
Scroll down to the bottom of their English page to see Japan Guitar Shops shipping worldwide.
They are Japan's leading Musical Instrument Search Engine (they claim). Check them out.
Scroll down to the bottom of their English page to see Japan Guitar Shops shipping worldwide.
Alcoholocaust
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i bought an ibanez HRG7 through ishibashi music (they had had an ebay store)
It took them 4 days after payment to ship to Australia. No hard case and this thing was rediculously well wrapped and protected.
It took them 4 days after payment to ship to Australia. No hard case and this thing was rediculously well wrapped and protected.
thekingmaker
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If you have Google Chrome it can translate the whole site for you. So its possible to actually look around at the site
themike
Chug Life
I wonder how the tsunami is effected them 
they seem fine, and are still in business though they warn of some delays.
In addition, due to planned outage and effects of the earthquake, there is a possibility that some of our stores in the Kanto area would shorten business hours. For this reason, please be so kind to understand that it would take some certain time for us in checking availabilities or overall conditions for used items which are available at our stores in the Kanto area. We apologize for the inconvenience which may cause at your end by this and appreciate your kind understanding in the situation we are now in.
【ATTENTION】 Dear our international customers
Due to the huge earthquake which had hit the Tohoku and Kanto area of Japan on March 11, there is a possibility that the shipment of your order is delayed as some of the transporations are halted and there is a possibility that your orders would take some time to clear through customs here in Japan. In addition, due to planned outage and effects of the earthquake, there is a possibility that some of our stores in the Kanto area would shorten business hours. For this reason, please be so kind to understand that it would take some certain time for us in checking availabilities or overall conditions for used items which are available at our stores in the Kanto area. We apologize for the inconvenience which may cause at your end by this and appreciate your kind understanding in the situation we are now in.
