For Sale: 1997 Music Man Axis EX Trans Gold | MIJ | Floyd Rose | Very Good

Up for sale is a 1997 Music Man Axis EX in a beautiful Trans Gold finish, complete with a gig bag. Built for the Japanese market, the Axis EX delivers the same high-performance feel and tone that made the original Axis famous, with exceptional MIJ craftsmanship and a stunning figured maple top.

This guitar features a comfortable asymmetrical birdseye maple neck, custom DiMarzio humbuckers, and a fast, player-focused design built for serious performance.

Condition

Very Good – 7.5/10

• Scratches and dings throughout from normal playwear

• Noticeable wear on the back from use

• Missing tremolo backplate

• Originally equipped with a Music Man tremolo, but now upgraded to a Floyd Rose locking system

• A small amount of routing was professionally done to accommodate the Floyd Rose

• Original Music Man tremolo unit is not included

• No structural issues — neck is straight and the guitar plays great

• Frets are in excellent condition with plenty of life remaining

• Professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier

Specifications

• Model: Music Man Axis EX

• Year: 1997

• Made in Japan (MIJ)

• Serial Number: A92779

• Finish: Trans Gold (Gloss)

• Body: Basswood with figured maple top and binding

• Neck: Birdseye Maple, hand-rubbed oil and wax finish

• Neck Profile: Asymmetrical

• Fingerboard: Maple, 10" radius

• Scale Length: 25.5"

• Frets: 22 Medium

• Nut Width: 1.62"

• Neck Depth: .82" (1st fret), .94" (12th fret)

• Pickups: Custom DiMarzio Humbuckers

• Controls: Master Volume, 3-way toggle

• Bridge: Floyd Rose locking tremolo (upgrade)

• Tuners: Schaller

• Hardware: Chrome

• Weight: 7 lbs 10 oz

• Case: Gig Bag Included

Tone & Feel

The Axis EX is known for its fast neck, excellent balance, and powerful yet articulate DiMarzio pickups. The upgraded Floyd Rose adds rock-solid tuning stability and expanded performance capability, making this a great choice for players who need reliability for aggressive playing styles.

The Trans Gold finish over the figured maple top gives this guitar a classic high-end look that stands out on stage.

Highlights

• Made in Japan Axis EX model

• Beautiful Trans Gold figured maple top

• Fast asymmetrical birdseye maple neck

• Custom DiMarzio humbuckers

• Floyd Rose upgrade for modern performance

• Lightweight at 7 lbs 10 oz

Transparency

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument — no stock images.

At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show any scratches, dings, finish wear, and the routing for the Floyd Rose. We believe in not only describing the condition, but showing it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide.

• Every instrument is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier

• Honest, accurate condition descriptions

• Real photos of the actual instrument — never stock images

• We have shipped thousands of guitars all over the world

• All instruments are professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation for your protection

Buy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.

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