Fender / Mustang / 1969 / Competition Blue / Guitar

The Fender Mustang was added to the Fender program in 1964 and was aimed at starting and intermediate guitar players. The model evolved from the Musicmaster and Duo-Sonic student models and had a similar body shape, short 22.5” or 24” scale length neck and pickup(s). With the addition of a newly designed vibrato system the Mustang was born.

 

The first Mustangs were issued in the colours red, white and blue and featured a slab body without much contouring. In 1969 the Mustang was updated with new metallic finishes with a contrasting ‘Competition Stripe’ on the body, inspired by the NASCAR racing cars of the era. Belly- and armcontours were also added to improve comfort. Until 1971 the headstocks were finished in matching colours.

 

This Fender Mustang from 1969, finished in Competition Blue with matched headstock, has been heavily used but is in near original condition. The original blue colour faded to green-turquoise because the clear topcoat of the body lacquer has yellowed from age. This colour is maybe even more appealing than the original factory finish. The frets were renewed which makes this a comfortable and easy to play guitar. One of the pickup wires was resoldered when it cut out. The lightweight contoured body adds to the playing comfort and agility of this guitar. This Mustang is the near mirror-image (it’s not a lefty) of the guitar Kurt Cobain plays in the “ Smells like Teen Spirit” videoclip.

 

An original late ‘60s Fender/Victoria grey Mustang case is included. The vibrato bar is missing but the vibrato system can be operated without it by palm, or it can be replaced with a reissue bar.

 

Specifications:

  • Pots: both wk18/1966
  • Pickup dates: 3-14-1968 (handwritten)
  • Serial: 239917
  • Modifications: new frets, nut, pickguard screws and bridge pickup switch
  • Case: original ’60s Fender/Victoria grey Mustang case

 

Instrument sold

Dirk Witte Music Store, Netherlands  

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Vintage and new instruments
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Tuesday - Friday 10-18h CET

You have found the Dirk Witte Vintage Shop on Vintage and Rare!

 

Dirk Witte is a family owned music store that was founded in 1939 on the exact same spot where it is today, right in the old city center of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. We deal in new, used and vintage musical instruments and gear.

 

You'll find a selection from our vintage inventory on this page, but we generally have a lot more in stock. So, if you can't find what you are looking for here, please click on the website link or contact me through email: vintage@dirkwitte.nl Of course I am also available for any questions you might have about our instruments.

 

Thanks,

Martijn Vink / Dirk Witte - Vintage Shop Manager

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To negotiate price, shipping or payment options please send a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. This page is managed from Tue-Fr from 10-18h CET so be aware that messages or offers sent during the weekend may not be answered until the following Tuesday. We accept payments through Paypal or direct bank transfers. We also support creditcard payments through multisafepay.

Return Policy:

We strive to provide in-depth descriptions of our items before shipping them long distance and try to avoid any confusion about playability or condition. Feel free to ask us questions about our items. Should you feel an item you bought from us is not up to your expectations please contact us as soon as possible. We accept returns within 8 days after delivery but will charge the return shipping costs.

Shipping Policy:

We are located in the Netherlands and items are shipped from there. Shipping rates can vary widely for different weights and sizes of items, especially when shipping overseas. We charge only actual shipping costs with no S&H fee. Please contact us for an accurate shipping quote.

 
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