I mean, there aren’t too many 1950s Fenders within reach financially, particularly sweet ones like this. Vintage Guitar did a full article on these guitars not long ago and they seem to be increasing in value. The hard shell case is original and in nice condition. The upside is that the guitar stays in tune like a champ! I will find and include but no guarantee. Though it was one of the lower-end, more. At a smaller 22.5' scale length, the Musicmaster had one single pickup and two knobs. The original tuners were replaced due to crumbling, and I have them somewhere around. The Fender Musicmaster electric guitar, stripped of any frills, played an important role in Fender's history: it was one of the first student models Fender ever produced. All images: Eleanor Jane This instrument was already sold when we saw it on the wall at ATB Guitars, but it was simply too cool not to grab for a photoshoot before it was collected by its new owner. It sounds great, really cuts through and sings. The Money Shot: 1957 Fender Musicmaster A wonderful vintage Fender in time-capsule condition. Frets are in good shape, never been a buzzing issue The pickup is a 70s era mustang with the original pickup cover. The neck is pencil dated to 1957 and both pots are original. That said, it is in very good condition with only a few dents and such, please look at the pictures carefully. The body was obviously stripped of the desert sand paint and refinished at some point in its distant past, but I think it looks really cool and I haven’t had to worry about keeping it perfect. It is an amazing little guitar and the neck, in particular, is stellar. I look forward to doing business with you.I bought this super cool player’s grade Musicmaster as one of my first vintage guitars years ago from Thunder Road guitars. As a business owner I want to give you the same experience that I would expect from a guitar store. Being a musician myself, I have a strong love and passion for music and instruments. The last 10 years of my life has been spent playing in successful bands, touring every corner of the beautiful United States and many parts of the world playing rock-n-roll. I have worked in the instrument retail field for almost a decade and finally have decided to open my own shop. My name is Frank Gross and I am the owner of Thunder Road Guitars. We sell guitars and amplifiers to folks worldwide and have the knowledge and drive to ensure you are getting exactly what you see in our store or your money back. Our passion for helping you find that perfect guitar or amplifier you've always wanted is second to none. We are an independently owned family business that thrives on great customer service and the love of instruments. It is missing on 99 of all original tweed cases today. The top logo was used on rectangle Fender tweed cases from about 1957 to early 1958. We are YOUR online source for fine vintage and used guitars. The Musicmaster family also used slab fingerboards (usually Indian rosewood) for about a year from Sept 1965 to Oct 1966. With our store you will find fantastic customer service and a terrific vibe. Thunder Road Guitars is here to help you find your own unique musical voice through fine used, vintage, and rare instruments as well as amplifiers and funky effect units. “Well I got this guitar, and I learned how to make it talk!” As a rock-n-roll icon once said, music should speak to you, loud and clear.
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