Active Band Man Chats - Gear Flower Field

So, what’s up this time?

A flower field!

Huh?

Paaa! A flower field!

Wait, what should I do? Hello? Is something going on in your head?

A flower field! Hey, who’s the Prince of Flower Field in the head!?

I didn’t say that much!

By the way, about gear!

Oh, now you’re speaking clearly!

There are a lot of flower or plant motifs, right?

Is there? I’ve never really looked at it from that perspective.

There are! Now, I’m going plant hunting like Tomitaro Makino!

Uh... isn’t that from the drama from a few seasons ago? Anyway, go ahead and do your thing!

I’m back! I found some!

That was quick!

Here we go!

Yamaha / SG1820 Brown Sunburst

Oh, Yamaha’s SG—one of the most celebrated Japanese guitars. When you think of Yamaha SGs, you can’t help but think of Masayoshi Takanaka. So, where’s the flower?

On the headstock! The iconic Flower Pot inlay!

Ah, I see it now. A flower in a pot, right? You did well to spot that—it’s quite a subtle design.

It’s understated, but when it comes to the SG, this inlay is iconic. It’s a traditional touch. Alright, next!

Zemaitis / MFG-AC-24 NT

Zemaitis! It definitely has a high-end, luxurious vibe.

That ornate botanical engraving—absolutely stunning!

It’s amazing. Though I wonder—doesn’t that kind of detail get distracting when you’re playing? I mean, do guitarists not rest their wrists on the body much? What’s next?

Mahalo / ML2 SF (Sun Flower)

A ukulele?

Bright yellow, just like a sunflower, as the name suggests!

I see—so the body color is inspired by sunflowers. Combined with the ukulele’s tone, it gives off a real summer vibe. Even though it’s already autumn...

Next up—

Zemaitis / AAL-2000 Lotus-E

Another Zemaitis! This time, an acoustic guitar?

Yes! The painted petals around the soundhole are absolutely lovely. Since it’s called ‘Lotus’, I guess it’s meant to evoke the image of a lotus flower. Alright, next!

Flying through these—great pace!

Ibanez / RG8570-BRE

That’s quite an edgy guitar.

The classic Ibanez RG. Check out the intricate vine inlay! According to the description, it’s called the Tree of Life inlay.

The Tree of Life, huh?

Well, guitars are made of wood, after all!

Good observation. A reminder to cherish these finite resources.

The Tree of Life inlay is also featured on Steve Vai’s signature model.

Ibanez / JEM77P-BFP – Steve Vai Model

For me, the RG always brings to mind Steve Vai. And, of course, Paul Gilbert... It has a strong association with shred guitarists. By the way, with a maple fretboard, the inlays really stand out.

Let me show you one more Ibanez!

Ibanez / TOD10

This one also has some stunning inlay work... but it’s a little different from the previous one, right? Are those... roses?

There are thorns on the stems, so I thought so at first, too. But according to the description, it’s a Tree of Death inlay!

Tree of...?

Death!!

What could that mean? This is also a signature model, isn’t it? Come on, no crying. Let’s move on.

Okay...

29 Pedals / FLWR

Oh, a pedal.

The name is written FLWR and pronounced ‘Flower’!

Is it a distortion pedal? It’s not something you see every day.

Yeah! I bet it produces a blooming sound!

A blooming distortion... sounds intriguing. We’ve looked at a lot—do you have more?

I do! The percussion field was bountiful!

Sela Cajon / SE 179 Cajon

What a cheerful cajon! I like it.

PLAYWOOD / MMC-40Y Mini Maracas Yellow

Maracas, huh? Feels more like fireworks than flowers. Since it’s a mini model, even kids can hold it. Imagine them dancing with this—it’d be adorable.

Sela Cajon / SE 258 Kalimba

A kalimba? Another cheerful floral pattern! No wonder—it’s the same brand as the earlier cajon.

Exactly! And next, guitar parts!

Scorelay Japan / LP PG Flower Engrave Blue

A pickguard!

Speaking of small items, picks!

Knc Picks / Lotus Maple Glowing Guitar Pick with Wooden Box

Another lotus flower motif.

And it glows in the dark!

Amazing! And... the price is... high.

The strap field was also bountiful!

Fender / J Mascis Strap Magenta Flower 2"

The J Mascis model! Quite a bold floral pattern. Very psychedelic.

Daiking Corporation / Retro-Flower

A retro floral design. Feels like a bit Showa era.

Fender / Floral Strap Gray 2"

Realistic flower imagery. It feels a bit unlike Fender, though.

Ah, maybe so. Fender does have a psychedelic vibe. Next!

Martin / MTN Denim Strap Daisy

Martin! Are those daisies? Flower patterns seem to be quite common for straps.

And then... I found this!

STAGE EVOLUTION / Dual Flower Lighting Effect

Wait, lighting equipment?

Yes, yes!

Doesn’t really relate to flower or plant motifs... but wow, Sound House’s lineup is impressive.

Thinking about making it your new gear?

No, I’m...

It’s kind of cool to bring your own lighting setup, isn’t it?

No, I’m... (second time)

Next up is the last one!

Basix / Asian Flower Vase BVW050 Mango Wood

A bass? Wait, no, not a bass guitar?

A vase! Perfect for this theme!

Sound House’s lineup really is amazing (second time). And it’s affordable too! Great work!

Oh, just one more thing!

You said it was the last one... what is it?

This has to be the ultimate choice!

Ah, here it is! The unmistakable guitar designed by Prince Kizuhiko!

Heh heh heh.

It’s becoming a regular feature of our column, huh? How many times have you used this as the punchline?

Well, it was specially made, so...

Sure, sure.

But honestly, when it comes down to it, I’m the real blooming rose!

Yeah, yeah. (Second time)

Because everything is?

For love!