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it still plays great no set up done from the day i acquired it last year and still play the same to this day. This is a haruna tele btw but yeah the gold is all tarnished and some gold coating of the saddles are gone. Small dings here and there but who cares anymore it's mami's sig! 
peaceharu wrote:How are your gold hardwares holding up after a year? I haven't played mine much with the fear of tarnishing the gold hardware
I got a used red mami strat, it was quite a bargain so i didn't refuse it. Plus from where i live, you'll never or barely see that thing
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・HARUNA TELECASTER BOOST - 187,000 yen
・MAMI STRATOCASTER OMOCHI - 187,000 yen
・ TOMOMI JAZZ BASS - 187,000 yen
SCANDAL'S SIGNATURE INSTRUMENTS
In 2017, SCANDAL signed an endorsement deal with Fender, making them the first Japanese female artist to do so, and announced their signature models during that same year. Five years later, HARUNA, MAMI, and TOMOMI, who are celebrating the 14th anniversary of their major debut this year, have each created instruments they currently want the most with their own particularities, entering as latest signature models.
Sales start August 21, 2022HARUNA TELECASTER BOOST
As its name suggests, the HARUNA TELECASTER BOOST is a Telecaster guitar that condenses HARUNA's commitment to support SCANDAL's songs, which are rich in variety from ballads to pop styles, to hard-rock tunes. The body features original pearl binding over Arctic White, and gives off a beautiful impression with the combination of silver hardware and matching headstock. Mahogany is selected for the material of the body, and the combination of the Adjusto-Matic bridge and two Shawbucker pickups creates a hard, thick sound that has never been heard before. Additionally, the maple neck with a block inlay unified with the body binding has a satin finish, and the slim neck grip and vintage-style frets provide smooth playability.
HARUNA TELECASTER BOOST
MSRP: 187,000 yen (tax included)
I really liked the shape and tone of my previous signature guitar, which I used so much for concerts that it'd be the only one that I'd use. This "HARUNA TELECASTER BOOST" was completed with the desire to create a more powerful guitar that can handle SCANDAL's early songs! My previous guitar was white and gold, and this time it is a white and silver one that has a stylish finish that is easy for people of all ages and genders to use. Since it is a very easy-to-use guitar for guitar beginners, I'd like for them to pick one up! (HARUNA)
The body features original pearl binding over Arctic White, and gives off a beautiful impression with the combination of silver hardware and matching headstock. Mahogany is selected for the material of the body, and the combination of the Adjusto-Matic bridge and two Shawbucker pickups creates a hard, thick sound that has never been heard before.
The maple neck with a highly-playable satin finish is equipped with a vintage-style tuner. The back of the headstock features an autograph as proof of it being a signature model.MAMI STRATOCASTER OMOCHI
This product's name "OMOCHI" was given by MAMI herself from its traditional Japanese design and body color designed for the pickups, as well as its sound. In addition to it giving off a soft appearance from its first impression, it features a powerful and core tone that is crucial for SCANDAL's songs, and a clean tone that is soft and supple like mochi. The body shape which features an archtop and binding is covered with a vintage white matching headstock for a look brimming with originality. The "Mami Custom Humbucking" pickups, engraved with geometric patterns designed by MAMI herself, support a surprisingly wide range of genres, from deep distortion to glittering, clean tones. Additionally, it is a Stratocaster guitar that realizes MAMI's ideals of considering practicality on stage: its master volume and master tone knobs placed at the position of the normal tone knob so as not to interfere with hard playing, and a tremolo bridge with 2-point support that stabilizes tuning.
MAMI STRATOCASTER OMOCHI
MSRP: 187,000 yen (tax included)
Since the tones of SCANDAL's songs are expanding, I wanted one guitar that could handle it all - That's why this "MAMI STRATOCASTER OMOCHI" was made. This time I chose a Stratocaster equipped with a humbucker, and I was very particular about the sound so that I could hear everything from powerful sounds to refreshing and gorgeous tones. Normal Strats have three knobs, but this one has two so that it's easy to play at concerts. Also, the traditional Japanese design on the pickups was designed by me! Please take a look and check it out! (MAMI)
The "Mami Custom Humbucking" pickups, engraved with geometric patterns designed by MAMI herself, support a surprisingly wide range of genres, from deep distortion to glittering, clean tones. Additionally, the master volume and master tone knobs are placed where normal tone knob positions would be, so as not to interfere with hard play. The tremolo bridge with 2-point support stabilizes tuning, giving consideration to practicality on stage.
The maple neck with a highly-playable satin finish is equipped with a vintage-style tuner. The surface is the same color as the body, and the back of the headstock features an autograph as proof of it being a signature model.TOMOMI JAZZ BASS
The most distinctive feature of the TOMOMI JAZZ BASS is the original body color "Clear Fiesta." This finish that features a traditional impression but has a transparent wood grain finish was completed by TOMOMI herself. The combination of a mint green pickguard, a cream-colored pickup cover, and a stack knob found on the very early Jazz Basses of 1960-61 gives it an unprecedented look. To improve playability, an alder body and a vintage-style bridge were selected for the thick and chewy classic tone output by the Pure Vintage ‘64 Single-Coil Jazz Bass, and the neck incorporates modern elements such as a slim "C" grip with a 9.5" radius.
TOMOMI JAZZ BASS
MSRP: 187,000 yen (tax included)
Because my previous signature model was a Precision Bass, I chose a Jazz Bass this time. I really like the original body color, the thing I was the most particular about, which was completed after many meetings with the Fender team! I also like the use of stack knobs from the early 60s, which I had wanted to use someday. It has a thick sound but has a modern neck, so although it has a powerful sound it is easy to play, and truly is an instrument that the best of everything! (TOMOMI)
"Clear Fiesta" is used for the body color. This finish that features a traditional impression but has a transparent wood grain finish was completed by TOMOMI herself. The combination of a mint green pickguard, a cream-colored pickup cover, and a stack knob found on the very early Jazz Basses of 1960-61 gives it an unprecedented look.
The maple neck with a highly-playable satin finish is equipped with a vintage-style tuner. The back of the headstock features an autograph as proof of it being a signature model.SCANDAL SIGNATURE STRAPS
These straps and their specifications, colors, and designs were produced under the supervision of HARUNA, MAMI, and TOMOMI with the intent of using them with their signature models. These high-quality products from the US are made from uniqe, high-quality leather with a relic finish. The front of the strap is embossed with the Fender and SCANDAL logos. Available in three colors: Black, white, brown.
SCANDAL ORIGINAL STRAP
MSRP: 11,000 yen (tax included)
Good point about Haruna and her lesser need for upper register access, and the mahogany body too, I didn't catch that. So perhaps she is trying to get the most Les Paul like sound she can get from Fender.Metal Mickey wrote:Their performance Masterpiece at the 15th Anniversary live will give you a brief idea how these signature Fenders are sound wise.
@Sanshiro The contoured heel realli is a nice touch. But since Haruna is the rhythm player she doesn't reach the upper register that much as Mami so neck joint stability came first.
I remember a documentary (from DVD?) that Haruna was holding/playing Mam's placid blue Les Paul while taking i the studio.
I would complain about the 2 new sig. axes at these price points still loaded with such filmsy Kluson style tuners OMG! If you are an aggressive player you almost have to tune them between each songs.
Can't count on them especially on a guitar with tremolo!
Haruna said in couple of interviews that she found her guitars were not powerful enough on stage and that's why her Skullsilver was built that way.
One thing to mention her new sig. axe is of Mahogany body that would help to match the soundscape of Mami's Les Paul.
BTW. my complaint again. Haruna's on stage guitar volume are always so low compared to Mami's！Hard to hear her even when Mami's is not playing.
Metal Mickey wrote:The contoured heel realli is a nice touch. But since Haruna is the rhythm player she doesn't reach the upper register that much as Mami so neck joint stability came first.
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confusedinupstatenewyork wrote:
MAMI's new Strat
(We seem to share many Strat players' similar loathing of having a control knob lined up under the bridge pickup)
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