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HIKI

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Fernandes FBG-180(or BG-180), a replica of Bich by B.C.Rich, extremely rare one.

This model became to appear in 1980 catalogue as FBG-180. From 1982, the first letter “F” of model name was removed and changed to BG-180. The same alternation was done for the other B.C.Rich and Alembic models.  BG-180 disappeared in 1985 catalogue, so they seem to have been handcrafted for 5 years.

As you can see, precious figured Hawaiian koa was used.  The 6th string side have fine flame.

DiMarzio DualSound pickups and Grover 150C Imperial tuners were installed.  The price was 180,000JPY then, it’s surprising.

Bich have better playability than expected by appearance, but seems to unpopular probably by eccentric and fragile appearance.

Polyurethan finish was done, different from lacquer finish by Aria Pro II models.  3.40kg(with 6 strings). (Updated 2016.8.21)

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