Tom Anderson Guitarworks is an American high-end guitar brand boasting the highest quality.
Known as a favorite of many artists, including Neal Schon, Richie Sambora, Michael Landau, Koichi Yabori, and DAITA, (names omitted).
Owner Tom Anderson, a former professional guitarist, has continually pursued better sound and playability throughout his career.
Based on that experience, he incorporates many of his ideas, using the finest woods and combining technology and craftsmanship to meticulously craft each guitar.
By limiting production numbers, we have achieved unparalleled quality through flawless quality control tailored to each individual guitar.
In terms of playability, the exquisite neck grip and low-action setting provide stress-free playability and comfort.
Neck warping is extremely minimal, and stainless steel frets, which are resistant to wear, ensure consistently excellent playability over the long term.
The sound boasts a wide range of tonal variation, while possessing a familiar tone that matches a variety of musical styles.
This allows you to use a single guitar for live performances, recordings, and any genre or situation.
Because he was a player himself, Tom Anderson guitars are always crafted with the guitarist in mind, making them truly the ultimate instruments made for guitarists.
This model is his signature model, the Classic.
The Classic is based on the traditional Stratocaster design and incorporates Tom Anderson's innovative ideas.
While respecting vintage sound, it offers exceptionally smooth playability, beautifully blending modern and vintage styles at a high level.
The body is crafted from undulating Swamp Ash wood.
The body finish is Tom Anderson's signature Bora Bora Blue.
The vibrant and beautiful color, inspired by the ocean of the luxury resort island of Bora Bora, harmonizes beautifully with the ash wood grain, resulting in a look worthy of being called a work of art.
The neck and fingerboard are crafted from hard maple.
All wood used on this instrument is hand-selected and perfectly seasoned to the highest quality.
The neck grip is the most popular Even-Taper, the nut width is 1 5/8 inches, and the scale is long.
The fingerboard features a conical fingerboard shape, with a flatter radius from the low frets to the high frets.
The slight change in radius, from 12 to 14 inches, provides smooth playability in every position and improved sustain despite the low action.
The neck joint uses Tom Anderson's original A-Wedge.
It is a bolt-on structure using two screws, but the trapezoidal shape of the body and neck increases the contact area, significantly reducing the possibility of misalignment.
The wider contact area also affects the sound.
The neck joint has a smooth heelless finish, improving playability in the higher positions.
The subtle changes in the conical fingerboard and the unique joints are clear examples of the intricate craftsmanship required for this guitar.
The frets are Tom Anderson's original stainless steel frets.
The fret size is Heavy, positioned between Jumbo and Medium-Jumbo.
They are characterized by their high durability and smooth touch, and despite being stainless steel, they are said to have acoustic characteristics very similar to those of nickel frets.
The pickups are an SA1R in the neck position, an SA1 in the middle position, and an H3 in the bridge position.
Tom Anderson pickups are all originals, carefully manufactured in-house using machines produced in the 1950s.
The SA1R and SA1 are stacked pickups with output similar to that of vintage single-coil pickups.
They are designed to be low-noise, while retaining the brightness and crispness of single-coil pickups.
The H3 is a humbucker with a ceramic magnet that produces a clear, powerful, and fat sound.
The sound of this guitar possesses brilliant highs with just the right amount of brightness without hurting the ears, a thick and lustrous midrange, and clear, yet not overly blurry, creating a beautifully balanced sound.
In recent years, models of this style have often been equipped with an H2+ in the bridge position, but Ozawa chose the H3 this time based on his personal preference.
He chose the H3 because he felt that players of this model would be more comfortable with it.
The guitar is equipped with a Switcheroo and Blower SW controls.
The Switcheroo allows you to turn each pickup on and off individually, and you can also select series, split, or parallel output for each pickup.
This allows for a wide range of sound variations, such as turning all pickups on or a Telecaster-style neck and bridge combination.
The Blower SW is a convenient function that instantly activates the bridge position, regardless of the Switcheroo setting, allowing you to change tones with a single touch.
The bridge features a Sunken Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo.
This allows for dynamic arm movements while minimizing tuning drift.
The vibrato applied with the left hand adds a different nuance to the sound, ranging from delicate to passionate, further expanding the range of expression.
The tuning machines are locking.
The locking nut does not affect playing, but it also simplifies string changes and reduces string twist, which are often a weakness of locking tremolos.
This is the ultimate high-end guitar, with absolutely no compromises in any aspect.
With sophisticated, beautiful looks, superior playability, and superb tone, this is a guitar you can enjoy for a lifetime.
Every guitar is delivered after rigorous inspection by TONIQ craftsmen.
Accessories: Original gig bag, arm
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspector: Ozawa
Product Photos: Murai
Manufacturer's warranty included
◯ About the GIB and TONIQ Warranty
● Lifetime Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for a lifetime free "string vibration setup" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present your signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser from a GIB or TONIQ store or online store is eligible.
- Please note that shipping and other related costs are the responsibility of the purchaser.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchase within six months of purchase, we will guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee is 50% for new instruments and 70% for used instruments.
● Defect Guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some products such as consignment items, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use free of charge during the warranty period from the date of purchase (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible).
The warranty period is three months for used products and one year for new products.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
- Malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, moving, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions in the instruction manual.
- Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
- If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or is lost.
(Warranty is only provided for purchases within Japan.)
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We also accept international shipping.
The item will be packed in a hard cardboard box.
We ship internationally.
Contact Information
LINE: @toniq
Email: toniq@bassick.jp
TEL: 045-548-3776
Known as a favorite of many artists, including Neal Schon, Richie Sambora, Michael Landau, Koichi Yabori, and DAITA, (names omitted).
Owner Tom Anderson, a former professional guitarist, has continually pursued better sound and playability throughout his career.
Based on that experience, he incorporates many of his ideas, using the finest woods and combining technology and craftsmanship to meticulously craft each guitar.
By limiting production numbers, we have achieved unparalleled quality through flawless quality control tailored to each individual guitar.
In terms of playability, the exquisite neck grip and low-action setting provide stress-free playability and comfort.
Neck warping is extremely minimal, and stainless steel frets, which are resistant to wear, ensure consistently excellent playability over the long term.
The sound boasts a wide range of tonal variation, while possessing a familiar tone that matches a variety of musical styles.
This allows you to use a single guitar for live performances, recordings, and any genre or situation.
Because he was a player himself, Tom Anderson guitars are always crafted with the guitarist in mind, making them truly the ultimate instruments made for guitarists.
This model is his signature model, the Classic.
The Classic is based on the traditional Stratocaster design and incorporates Tom Anderson's innovative ideas.
While respecting vintage sound, it offers exceptionally smooth playability, beautifully blending modern and vintage styles at a high level.
The body is crafted from undulating Swamp Ash wood.
The body finish is Tom Anderson's signature Bora Bora Blue.
The vibrant and beautiful color, inspired by the ocean of the luxury resort island of Bora Bora, harmonizes beautifully with the ash wood grain, resulting in a look worthy of being called a work of art.
The neck and fingerboard are crafted from hard maple.
All wood used on this instrument is hand-selected and perfectly seasoned to the highest quality.
The neck grip is the most popular Even-Taper, the nut width is 1 5/8 inches, and the scale is long.
The fingerboard features a conical fingerboard shape, with a flatter radius from the low frets to the high frets.
The slight change in radius, from 12 to 14 inches, provides smooth playability in every position and improved sustain despite the low action.
The neck joint uses Tom Anderson's original A-Wedge.
It is a bolt-on structure using two screws, but the trapezoidal shape of the body and neck increases the contact area, significantly reducing the possibility of misalignment.
The wider contact area also affects the sound.
The neck joint has a smooth heelless finish, improving playability in the higher positions.
The subtle changes in the conical fingerboard and the unique joints are clear examples of the intricate craftsmanship required for this guitar.
The frets are Tom Anderson's original stainless steel frets.
The fret size is Heavy, positioned between Jumbo and Medium-Jumbo.
They are characterized by their high durability and smooth touch, and despite being stainless steel, they are said to have acoustic characteristics very similar to those of nickel frets.
The pickups are an SA1R in the neck position, an SA1 in the middle position, and an H3 in the bridge position.
Tom Anderson pickups are all originals, carefully manufactured in-house using machines produced in the 1950s.
The SA1R and SA1 are stacked pickups with output similar to that of vintage single-coil pickups.
They are designed to be low-noise, while retaining the brightness and crispness of single-coil pickups.
The H3 is a humbucker with a ceramic magnet that produces a clear, powerful, and fat sound.
The sound of this guitar possesses brilliant highs with just the right amount of brightness without hurting the ears, a thick and lustrous midrange, and clear, yet not overly blurry, creating a beautifully balanced sound.
In recent years, models of this style have often been equipped with an H2+ in the bridge position, but Ozawa chose the H3 this time based on his personal preference.
He chose the H3 because he felt that players of this model would be more comfortable with it.
The guitar is equipped with a Switcheroo and Blower SW controls.
The Switcheroo allows you to turn each pickup on and off individually, and you can also select series, split, or parallel output for each pickup.
This allows for a wide range of sound variations, such as turning all pickups on or a Telecaster-style neck and bridge combination.
The Blower SW is a convenient function that instantly activates the bridge position, regardless of the Switcheroo setting, allowing you to change tones with a single touch.
The bridge features a Sunken Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo.
This allows for dynamic arm movements while minimizing tuning drift.
The vibrato applied with the left hand adds a different nuance to the sound, ranging from delicate to passionate, further expanding the range of expression.
The tuning machines are locking.
The locking nut does not affect playing, but it also simplifies string changes and reduces string twist, which are often a weakness of locking tremolos.
This is the ultimate high-end guitar, with absolutely no compromises in any aspect.
With sophisticated, beautiful looks, superior playability, and superb tone, this is a guitar you can enjoy for a lifetime.
Every guitar is delivered after rigorous inspection by TONIQ craftsmen.
Accessories: Original gig bag, arm
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspector: Ozawa
Product Photos: Murai
Manufacturer's warranty included
◯ About the GIB and TONIQ Warranty
● Lifetime Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for a lifetime free "string vibration setup" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present your signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser from a GIB or TONIQ store or online store is eligible.
- Please note that shipping and other related costs are the responsibility of the purchaser.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchase within six months of purchase, we will guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee is 50% for new instruments and 70% for used instruments.
● Defect Guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some products such as consignment items, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use free of charge during the warranty period from the date of purchase (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible).
The warranty period is three months for used products and one year for new products.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
- Malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, moving, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions in the instruction manual.
- Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
- If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or is lost.
(Warranty is only provided for purchases within Japan.)
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We also accept international shipping.
The item will be packed in a hard cardboard box.
We ship internationally.
Contact Information
LINE: @toniq
Email: toniq@bassick.jp
TEL: 045-548-3776