Fender '65 Mustang, Dakota red, crafted in Japan 2006-8. You see a lot of the standard MG69 Mustang around, but the '65 version like this are far less common. There's a few differences: the body is made of poplar instead of basswood, the pickups are different, there's no belly carve, the neck has a wider Jaguar-style profile and the board is a slab-style big piece of rosewood. That all adds up to some extra brightness and zing to the unplugged sound, adding a little extra presence and definition in the tone. It's still got that punchy Mustang chime, but it's got a nice clarity and a thicker low end to it. The Dakota red finish is super cool, it's a little darker and saucier than the Fiesta or Candy Apple red, and against the aged pearl guard and dark rosewood board, it radiates 60s cool. The neck has a 42mm nut, the same width as a standard Strat, Tele or Jag, which makes for a more familiar feel, which combined with the short scale and light body makes for a super easy player. I really enjoy this, it's a very cool little guitar; I'd be surprised if it lasted long on the wall!

Model: Fender Mustang '65 Reissue (MG65)
Made: Japan 2005-6, Dyna plant (serial S077831)
Finish: Dakota red, 3-ply white pearl guard
Body: poplar
Neck: maple with rosewood slab board, 24" scale, 7.25" radius, 42mm nut, slim C
Weight: 3.435kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan MG65 Vintage single coil x2
Case: basic non-original gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock and neck are pretty clean, no major marks. The back has a few light scuffs around the back edge, no major marks. The sides are pretty clean, just some dimples near the jack. The front has no major marks, just some scuffs behind the bridge and some play wear on the guard and horn. Overall: excellent condition (9/10).

Playing condition notes: Action is low, intonation is good, neck is straight, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have minor wear only, 9/10 for life left. Wearing fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.