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Kabuki Transformer Bar
★★★★★
★★★★★
Made in U.S.A. with Imported Foam
Kabuki Transformer Bar
★★★★★
★★★★★
Made in U.S.A. with Imported Foam
€968.00
Excl. VAT
€800.00
Product Description
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative specialty squat bars ever developed, Kabuki Strength’s adjustable Transformer Bar is also now proudly manufactured in Ohio by Rogue Fitness. As we did with the Kadillac Bar, we’ve maintained all the best aspects of the patent-pending Kabuki design and added a few refinements of our own, utilizing the advanced machining and finishing resources at our disposal here in Columbus. This includes an additional detent pin for locking the adjustable sleeve into its bracket, as well as a new Proprietary Matte Black bracket finish + markings for each sleeve and pin position.
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Kabuki Transformer Bar
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative specialty squat bars ever developed, Kabuki Strength’s adjustable Transformer Bar is also now proudly manufactured in Ohio by Rogue Fitness. As we did with the Kadillac Bar, we’ve maintained all the best aspects of the patent-pending Kabuki design and added a few refinements of our own, utilizing the advanced machining and finishing resources at our disposal here in Columbus. This includes an additional detent pin for locking the adjustable sleeve into its bracket, as well as a new Proprietary Matte Black bracket finish + markings for each sleeve and pin position.
The Kabuki Transformer Bar is a unique, adjustable safety squat bar that allows athletes of all skill levels to hone a variety of squat movement patterns with much greater efficiency. The cambered pop-pin mechanism can be set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance, replicating each of these common squat movement patterns:
Adjustable Angle
The Kabuki Transformer Bar is a unique, adjustable safety squat bar that allows athletes of all skill levels to hone a variety of squat movement patterns with much greater efficiency. The cambered pop-pin mechanism can be set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance, replicating each of these common squat movement patterns:
1. Hip Hinge: Good Mornings and teaching hinge patterning
2. Back Squat: Low Bar
3. Back Squat: High Bar
4. SSB: For using like a traditional Safety Squat Bar
5. Front Squat: Load Counterbalancing similar to a standard front squat
6. Goblet Squat: In style of a kettlebell goblet squat
Adjustable Difficulty
In any of those angle positions, the user can additionally adjust the “difficulty” setting of the lift via a second mechanism, which offers (4) different placement options for the weight sleeve (i.e., the distance between the center of mass of the weight and the bar on the lifter’s back).
- Easier: Sleeve at Top of Bracket
- Easy: Sleeve at Second Position from Top
- Hard: Sleeve at Third Position from Top
- Harder: Sleeve at Bottom Position
In total, the Transformer Bar creates 24 different setting combinations, giving large and small gyms alike an extremely versatile tool for changing loading and movement dynamics–whether for a full team of athletes or the evolving regimens of a select few. Once a setting is selected, the bar's longer handles and proprietary bend provide a balanced "center" that allows the lifter to comfortably focus on their form.
Note: The short and standard length handles options are included.
Gear Specs
Specifications:
- Manufactured by Rogue in Columbus, Ohio
- Developed by Kabuki Strength
- Adjustable, Multi-Functional Safety Squat Bar
- Patent Pending
- 24 Different Squat Variation Combinations (6 camber angle points + 3 sleeve slots)
- Short and Standard Length Handle Options Included
- Unloaded Weight: 25KG / approx. 55 LBS
- Load Capacity: 1,500 LBS
- Handles: Stainless Steel, 1.15” diameter, spaced 12”
- Olympic Sleeves: Machined grooves, Proprietary Matte Black finish, 15.75” loadable length
- Distance Between Brackets: 54”
- Black Powdercoated Center Bar
- High Density Foam Pads (Imported Foam)
- Ships Fully Assembled
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Gear Specs | |
| Brand | Kabuki Strength |
| Color | Black |
| Made In USA | Yes, with Imported Foam |
| Other Product Specs | Distance Between Brackets: 54” Distance Between Handles: 12" |
| Loadable Sleeve Length | 15.75” |
| Bar Length | 91.25" |
| Bar Use | Specialty |
| Bar Weight | 25KG |
| Sleeve Coating | Proprietary Matte Black Finish |
Key Features Kabuki Transformer Bar
1
Made in the USA By Rogue
The fully adjustable Transformer Bar from Kabuki Strength has been put to use in thousands of training facilities, from home gyms and rehab training centers to the pro and college ranks. Now, the latest edition of this unique specialty squat bar has moved its production to the Rogue factory in Columbus, Ohio, where we’ve been able to adapt the established model with several new upgrades and refinements. Each bar weighs 25KG (approx 55LB) unloaded, with 15.75” of loadable sleeve length and a load capacity of 1,500 LBS. The stainless steel knurled handles are spaced 12” apart and measure 1.15” in diameter, and the machined Olympic sleeves include precision grooves, designed to work with any standard Oly collars.
2
6 Fixed Squat Position Settings
The simple pop-pin mechanism of the Transformer Bar can be easily set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance. Each setting replicates a common squat movement pattern, including the Hip Hinge, Low Bar Back Squat, High Bar Back Squat, Safety Squat Bar, Front Squat, and Goblet Squat.
3
4 Difficulty Settings
Along with selecting the camber angle of the bar, users can also choose the positioning of the weight sleeve within a second bracket. This adjustment determines the distance between the center of mass of the weight and the bar on the lifter’s back, automatically increasing or decreasing the difficulty of the lift. The four options range from “Easier” (at the top of the bracket) to “Harder” (at the bottom), and the Rogue version comes with a new detent pin to help lock the sleeve into place. With 24 total setting combinations, the Transformer Bar is a particularly versatile training tool, whether for a seasoned lifter honing their form or a novice learning the movements.
4
New Proprietary Matte Black Finish
The Rogue version of the Kabuki Transformer Bar also introduces a new PMB finish on both brackets, as well as laser-etched markings to note the sleeve and pin position settings. Our Proprietary Matte Black finish utilizes a process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it, greatly increasing the brackets’ long-term corrosion resistance and color endurance.
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Reviews
1 - 8 of 8 Reviews
Bad quality
Just received my Transformer bar and I’m very disappointed from the quality of this piece. Even though the package was delivered in perfect condition, the product itself was in a very bad shape. The sleeves are scratched all over the place (and no they can’t be wiped down with a piece of cloth since I’ve tried many times) leaving a bare metal, that has already began showing signs of rust. This proprietary matte black coating is very bad and Rogue needs to start listening, since so many people are complaining about it. Furthermore, the shaft is also scratched at various spots.
Last but not least, the vinyl of the padding has some wrinkles while the foam at the same spots is compressed and deformed.
For a bar that cost more than 1000€ delivered to my house I was expecting a product of high quality and craftsmanship rather than a bad quality blemished/boneyard bar from Rogue. Extremely disappointed from Rogue!
Helpful?
Yes · 30
No · 0
Response from Rogue Fitness:
4 days ago
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. These bars are fully tested before we ship them, so part of what you are seeing is features of our QC process where the pin is installed through the sleeve. We are happy to look into your concerns with the scratches on the shaft you mentioned and will be reaching out ASAP.
Works for me
What I expected. Needed something to take strain off shoulders when front squatting.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Versatile with few downsides
Wow! Just wow. This bar is an absolute tank! It is overbuilt and feels great in the hands and on the back!
I have a decent squat, around 425 and my front squat is around 365. Although I still squat with a regular power bar, this Transformer has helped me out tremendously by alleviating pain in my lower back as well as my forearms when I front squat. The different positions are phenomenal. The SSB is very similar to a stand alone ssb bar and can’t imagine purchasing just an ssb bar when this bar is available! My only complaints are purely cosmetic.
The sleeves mess up quickly. The changing pin scratches the metal very easily. And I’m not sure how long the pad will hold up. The stitching appears to be coming undone after only about one month. But the pad is very comfortable. Not sure if that is an issue though. It’s not enough to give this bar less than 5 stars!
My only other complaint is the long handles. I love the short handles very much and don’t see myself changing them. The long sleeves are just too long! When I tried them out, they constantly hit my thighs. They are essentially useless. I hope Rogue comes out with some “medium” handles. Something in between.
But overall, I’m so happy to have made this purchase! You won’t regret it!
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Response from Rogue Fitness:
August 23
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback! The markings you are seeing should be able to be wiped right off. We are happy to look into this further if this is not the case.
Overall a Little Disappointing
Overall, I am disappointed with the new transformer bar. Aesthetically It looks great. Very professional looking. I love the black and silver detailing. Unfortunately though, I am disappointed with the overall fit and finish of the bar. The tolerances on bar are not what I would consider tight. One side has a good amount of play in it after locking which causes the weight to noticeably shift part way through squats (this is especially noticeable when the sleeves are set on the hard setting-4). The other side is very tight and barely moves when locked. The sleeves have some scratching on them already either from shipping or just from assembling. One of the sleeves barely fit through when assembling and almost did not lock. The bar was also missing one of the endcaps when it arrived. It is a very neat concept for a bar, but in my opinion, you may wait to buy the transformer bar until after they work through most of the manufacturing bugs or go get a standard SSB.
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Response from Rogue Fitness:
August 4
We're sorry for any issues with your Transformer Bar. Our team is looking into the specs of your bar and will make sure to send a replacement for your missing end cap.
Doesn’t aggravate my bad neck vertebrae
I have some bad neck vertebrae that a standard barbell aggravates. After testing it with 4 sets in each movement setting on the hardest difficulty setting, my neck felt fine! Legs were hammered after 24 total sets of squats! Well worth the money for me!
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Kabuki Transformer
Overall this is a great bar that’s very well built. I’ve had the titan fitness ssb and the rogue fitness ssb and I would recommend the Kabuki built by rogue. The different settings is an easy and practical way to add variety to your leg training. It’s 45 lbs which I like and makes it lighter than the rogue ssb bar which is a tank.
I’m giving it 4 stars because it did arrive with some scratches that I couldn’t wipe off. If you use it, it’s gonna get banged up, but still would rather not see that. The left shoulder pad sleeve also looks wrinkled, not sure if that’s normal. The right one is perfect.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Response from Rogue Fitness:
July 25
Thank you for your feedback, and we apologize for the issues you described! After further investigation, we are replacing this bar.
Transformer Bar
I bought this bar because I wanted to upgrade my zinc one and I also wanted the added feature of having the option to use short handles.
The short handles are dissapoonting because only your pinky can feel the knurling as you can see on the photo. The longer handles are the same as my older version but I don’t really like the feel of black powder coat on a knurl. It kinda dulls it.
The knurling on the new one is more dull and not as aggressive as the older version so that was dissapointing.
The shaft of this bar is black powder coated so it’s rougher and it easily scratches with your hand calluses or with any surface (even jcups/rollers).
The all black on black is great.
The pad fill thickness on both are the same, only difference is the pad material. I also wish they would’ve do the logo better like the older version and not just printed.
I like that the numbers and settings are laser cut instead of a sticker.
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Easily the best SSB available.
My favorite barbell by far. We’ll worth the wait and price $$$. Handle lengths are perfect for both the short and long ones. Use it for multiple workouts on leg day. Could not be happier don’t let the price tag deter you from owning the best safety squat bar available
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
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