Fender 1969 Mustang Competition Burgundy

“If you want to experience the unmistakable chime unique to a Mustang and the light, comfortable feel that comes from its small body in a genuine vintage tone,” but you’re not satisfied with the usual colors or current reissues, why not look for a truly special original from the late ’60s—one that has a beautiful, eye-catching aged finish and exists only in that era?

While gaining recognition as a student model in 1964, the Fender Mustang became the envy of many rock stars with its unique playability and excellent, distinctive sound. In particular, 1969 was a dramatic turning point, when the contouring that fit the body naturally was introduced and competition colors with racing stripes appeared. Among them, the individual that underwent aging and changed into its unique bluish-purple hue only in the early part of 1969 is commonly called the “Blueberry Burst,” a mythical presence that vintage Mustang maniacs around the world go crazy for. The fact that the matching headstock spec was used for only a very short period makes the chance to encounter one in good condition truly exceptional.

A supreme collectible in Mustang history, and a one-of-a-kind vintage instrument with the most exceptional tone. The 1969 Fender Mustang Competition Burgundy is wrapped in a wonderfully mellow aged character that makes you want to sigh. It condenses the details of the transitional period of vintage mania and the one-of-a-kind specs that intensified the joy of playing.

An early-1969 Competition Burgundy with a mesmerizing color shift unlike anything else. The commonly called Blueberry Burst, which depicts a beautiful blue-purple gradation, and the same-color matching headstock combination that was discontinued by early 1971 give off an overwhelming vintage aura.

Body contouring added from 1969 onward greatly improves the fit and feel, and the body contour machining on the elbows and back further enhances comfort. The elegantly inlaid racing stripe symbolizes garage-rock speed.

Thanks to the 3-way slide switch with two circuits, it can output the out-of-phase sound that is the Mustang’s trademark, in addition to normal sounds and hum canceling. In combination with the smooth attack of a wide-range dynamic vibrato, it produces a uniquely cutting, one-of-a-kind cutting sound with strong edge.

Vintage air that has matured for more than half a century has completely dried out over more than half a century since manufacture. From its small body comes a thick attack you wouldn’t imagine, with scooped-and-cut brightness and sweet overtones, and when you play it once, it leaves a distinctive, almost addictive sense of airiness.

A truly rare piece wrapped in comp, matching headstock, and the wonderful, mellow aged look of an early ’69 Blueberry Burst. For guitarists and collectors who want “a one-of-a-kind vintage Mustang that no other guitar can replace” or “to monopolize the stage with a sharp, cutting bright tone,” this is an encounter that may never come again.

Once you fall for it, you can never pull it out again—the ultimate bright tone that late-’60s Mustangs deliver. Experience the quality of a Blueberry Burst that has been shaped by half a century of time.

[SPEC]
BODY: poplar
NECK: Maple (B Neck)
FINGERBOARD: Rosewood
PICKUP: Original Singlecoil
WEIGHT: 3.2 kg
NUT-WIDTH: 41.2 mm
w/ Original Hardcase
※ fret dress, nut replacement
※ end pin hole has been redrilled

[Repair/processing history / replacement parts / cosmetic condition, etc.]
※ This information is based on what we can determine through inspection in-store for used/vintage items.
Please understand this in advance.

※ Comes with our store’s 5-year adjustment warranty for peace of mind after proper in-store setup and adjustment
※ For product details, please feel free to contact our staff.
※ Items purchased at our store can be bought back at a high price.

In charge: Matsui