PRE-SALE: Fresher Straighter ST (4th Gen) – Vintage White, Early 1980s

ATTENTION! This instrument is presented as a pre-sale. Luthier work will be performed on it, including, among others, lacquer polishing, hardware restoration, and electronics shielding. Depending on the verification of the neck geometry, the original frets will undergo advanced dressing and polishing, or – if fingerboard leveling is necessary – the instrument will receive brand new frets. The final price includes the above-mentioned work. This announcement does not constitute a commercial offer within the meaning of the Civil Code.

Fresher Straighter ST is a Japanese electric guitar, manufactured in the early 1980s for the Kyowa Shokai brand. This model belongs to the fourth generation of Fresher instruments (so-called 4th Generation), produced at the Chushin Gakki manufacture. The unit is a replica of ST designs, featuring a bright Vintage White finish, a three-ply pickguard, and an all-maple neck. According to the information above, the instrument is currently being prepared and will undergo a comprehensive luthier overhaul before the final handover.

Technical specification

• Manufacturer: Fresher (Kyowa Shokai)

• Model: Straighter ST (4th Gen)

• Year of production: Early 1980s

• Body: Alder / Basswood

• Neck: Maple

• Fingerboard: Maple

• Frets: Vintage Style (Condition: planned new / after dressing)

• Pickups: 3x Fresher Single-Coil

• Electronics: Passive (1x Volume, 2x Tone, 5-way switch)

• Visual condition: Pre-sale / Visible signs of use (details in description)

• Finish: Vintage White (VWH)

• Weight: (to be completed)

Body and construction The solid ST-shaped body features a Vintage White finish. A traditional Bolt-on neck construction with a four-bolt joint is used. A three-ply, bright pickguard is mounted on the front. In accordance with the pre-sale conditions, the lacquer coating will undergo a cleaning and polishing process in our workshop.

Neck and ergonomics The neck is made entirely of maple (maple neck and maple fingerboard), featuring contrasting black dot inlays. It has a standard profile and is topped with a classic, small headstock corresponding to 50s and 60s specifications. Depending on the verification of the neck geometry, the original frets will undergo advanced dressing and polishing, or – if fingerboard leveling is necessary – the instrument will receive brand new frets. This will ensure proper intonation and appropriate string action across the entire neck.

Sound The instrument is equipped with a passive circuit of three factory single-coil pickups.

• Characteristics: The combination of three single-coils with a maple fingerboard generates a balanced frequency response with a bright attack, clear highs, and a defined midrange.

• Dynamics: The passive electronics and a five-way switch allow for the selection of standard pickup combinations, offering sensitivity to picking dynamics.

Additional information

• The fourth generation (4th Gen) designation is determined based on the updated logo on the headstock, used by the Fresher brand from the early 1980s.

• The combination of a bright Vintage White lacquer with a three-ply pickguard and a maple neck is a classic visual combination popular during that period.

• Production entrusted to the Chushin Gakki manufacture guarantees appropriate woodworking quality and assembly precision, characteristic of Japanese facilities.

• The guitar is offered in a pre-sale formula, which allows you to reserve this unit even before the full process of luthier work is finally completed in our workshop.

Hardware

• Bridge: Synchronized Tremolo – a traditional steel construction mounted on six screws. According to the scope of work, the hardware will undergo maintenance and full intonation adjustment.

• Tuners: Closed Gear mechanisms. The chrome hardware will be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated to ensure tuning stability and smooth operation.

Instrument condition

• Technical condition: The instrument is currently being prepared for playing (pre-sale). After the planned luthier work is completed, it will be 100% mechanically and electronically functional.

• Visual condition: The guitar shows signs of use appropriate for its age. Minor scratches are visible on the lacquer coating. The instrument has no structural wood cracks.

• Setup and Modifications: Service work is ongoing, including lacquer polishing, electronics shielding, hardware maintenance, and depending on verification – fret dressing or full fingerboard leveling combined with refretting.

Why choose this instrument

• Chushin Gakki production: Precise assembly from a respected Japanese manufacture, ensuring appropriate structural stability.

• Classic ergonomics: The use of a small headstock and a standard neck profile corresponds to the traditional specifications of early ST designs.

• Pre-sale offer: Purchasing in the pre-sale format is a chance to reserve the instrument and receive it right after a professional luthier restoration.

• Comprehensive service: Within the set price, the guitar will undergo all necessary preparatory work, eliminating the need for any additional financial input from the buyer.