30/10/2025
Kiso Suzuki Tomson Stratocaster MIJ 1970's Sunburst $600
Built in the mid 1970s by the Kiso Suzuki factory in Japan. The Tomson brand had several periods of production and this is the first and best IMHO. Made for the domestic Japanese market and predominantly sold via mail order they were not expensive guitars but are very underrated. This guitar is rock solid with a straight maple neck, lovely fretboard and a playability that is almost mindblowing. The action is low, perfect level and plays flawlessly without any buzzing or flat spots all up the neck. I had a real "they don't make em like they use to" moment when I first played it. Pickups are vintage ceramics that are responsive to playing style and unmistakably 70s. Is in very good condition with only minor marks but does have a bit of bubbling and a couple splits in the finish. Electrics all working as they should. Frets are good, level and polished and the set up is outstanding (9-42 strings).
Pickup and inspection is available at Point Frederick NSW (1 hour from Sydney) or I can courier Australia wide well packaged with optional insurance. International shipping available to USA, UK, Europe and NZ.
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