Identifying model

[Marzes]

Hey

Can you help identifying model of this Tokai LP?

Serial looks to start 07 and 5 digits

Thank you

 

[Sigmania]

Looks like a 2007 LS90Q

Q stands for the quilted maple veneer top.

Here’s the 2007 catalog

 

[Sigmania]

The color for the LS90Q in the catalog is MVF (Matte Violin Finish).

Is the finish glossy or more muted?

 

[Marzes]

looks like glossy

 

[Sigmania]

So it is a different finish. I thought the color on yours was more red than the VF.

It is a quilt top, and likely veneer. Definitely check that.

If veneer, it would still be the LS90Q.

I am guessing it is a 2 piece even if it looks like one. They were really good at hiding seams. Check the back with a bright light.

 

[Sigmania]

Maybe HDC (Heritage Dark Cherry)

2007 catalog colors

 

[Sigmania]

Here is what appears to be a a more modern equivalent in what looks like the same color, LS135Q HDC.

Tokai Love Rock Japan LS-135Q Heritage Dark Cherry with Gold Hardware Limited Edition

 

[Sigmania]

Always possible that the color was a special order (non catalog spec) with Tokai since HDC was not a catalog option for the LS90Q.

Look in the pickup cavities for handwritten codes.

 

[Sigmania]

So I would check:
1. is the top veneer
2. is the back one or two piece
3. is there a code in the pickup cavities, handwritten or stamped