Fender Mustang - Competition Red (1971)
A true vintage classic from Fender's golden era, this 1971 Mustang captures everything that has made the model a favourite of players and collectors alike. Finished in the iconic Competition Red with racing stripe, it perfectly embodies the bold styling of the early '70s while delivering the unmistakable feel and tone that has inspired generations of guitarists.
Built in Fullerton, California, the Mustang features a lightweight alder body, a comfortable maple neck and Fender's unique dynamic vibrato system.
Body: Alder
Finish: Competition Red (nitrocellulose lacquer with Competition Stripe)
Neck: Maple, bolt-on
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Inlays: Pearloid dot
Scale Length: 24"
Nut Width: 40mm
Radius: 7.25"
Frets: 21 vintage-style
Pickups: 2× Fender Mustang single-coils
Controls: Master volume, master tone, individual pickup on/off and phase slider switches
Bridge: Dynamic Vibrato with floating bridge
Tuners: Fender "F" stamped tuners
Hardware: Chrome
Manufactured: Fullerton, California, USA (1971)
Case: Includes original hard case
All of our instruments, pre-owned or new, are supplied professionally setup by our in-house tech team and include a 12-month warranty.
This guitar is in very good condition for its age, with honest signs of wear and natural ageing that only enhance its vintage character. The original Competition Red finish has matured beautifully over the years, giving the instrument the authentic look and feel that collectors value in a genuine early 70s Fender.
