{"product_id":"1997-fender-japan-cij-mg66-66-66-mustang-reissue-california-blue-w-tweed-hsc-1","title":"1997 Fender Japan CIJ MG66-66 ’66 Mustang Reissue California Blue w\/ Tweed HSC","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 1997 Fender Japan CIJ MG66-66 ’66 Mustang Reissue – California Blue | Tweed HSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1997 Fender Japan CIJ MG66-66 ’66 Mustang Reissue in California Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original tweed hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a beautiful ’90s Fender Japan Mustang that captures the look, feel, and character of the classic mid-’60s design. With its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24\" short scale, rosewood fingerboard, vintage 7.25\" radius, traditional Mustang switching, and Dynamic Vibrato system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it delivers the unmistakable feel and sound that has made the Mustang such a favorite among players and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia Blue finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is especially striking and looks fantastic paired with the rosewood fingerboard and vintage-style appointments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent – 9\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight surface scratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few small dings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery clean overall for its age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight and stable, the frets are in excellent condition, and the guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt plays cleanly up and down the fingerboard with comfortable action and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno buzzing or dead spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender Japan MG66-66 ’66 Reissue Mustang\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1997\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Japan (CIJ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e O070226\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e California Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Poplar\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slim C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadius:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22 Vintage-Style\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.60\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .80\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .93\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender Japan Vintage-Style Mustang Single-Coils\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Master Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual Mustang On\/Off\/Phase Slider Switches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage-Style Mustang Floating Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTremolo:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dynamic Vibrato\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chrome\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 lbs 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Non-Original Tweed Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic ’60s Mustang Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MG66-66 recreates the distinctive formula that made the original Mustang one of Fender’s most recognizable offset guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24\" short scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives the guitar a slinky, comfortable feel with less string tension than a traditional 25.5\" Fender scale. Combined with the vintage-style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.25\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it provides an authentic old-school Fender playing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fender Japan Mustang single-coils deliver the bright, punchy, slightly raw voice associated with the model, while the individual slider switches provide the Mustang’s distinctive switching options, including its characteristic out-of-phase sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Vibrato system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completes the package, providing the expressive vibrato response that is such an important part of the classic Mustang design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s nothing quite like playing a good vintage-style Mustang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe short scale makes this guitar exceptionally comfortable and gives it a fast, responsive feel. The neck measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.80\" at the 1st fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, gradually filling out to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.93\" at the 12th fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonally, the Mustang pickups provide plenty of clarity and attack. Clean sounds are bright and articulate, while adding overdrive brings out the raw, aggressive character that has made these guitars favorites among alternative, indie, punk, grunge, garage rock, and studio players.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 lbs 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the guitar feels nicely balanced and substantial without being overly heavy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, it has been professionally set up and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplays great with no buzzing or dead spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia Blue Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the standout features of this Mustang is its beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia Blue finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaired with the rosewood fingerboard and vintage-style appointments, California Blue gives this guitar a fantastic ’60s-inspired appearance while helping it stand apart from Mustangs in more commonly encountered finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter nearly three decades, this example remains remarkably clean, showing only light scratches and a few small dings from normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a fantastic-looking color in person and a particularly cool finish on a ’90s Fender Japan Mustang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Original Tweed Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many Fender Japan Mustangs from this era that are commonly found with gig bags, this guitar includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original tweed hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a significant upgrade for storage and travel and, importantly, provides considerably better protection during shipping than a gig bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar will be professionally packed inside the hard-shell case for safe transport to its next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact instrument—no stock photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show the light scratches, small dings, and any other cosmetic imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don’t just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📞 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall\/Text:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (801) 317-9013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💬 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMessage anytime—we’re always happy to help!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1997 Fender Japan CIJ MG66-66 ’66 Mustang Reissue in California Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an exceptionally clean ’90s Fender Japan example with classic short-scale playability, a vintage 7.25\" radius, traditional Mustang electronics and Dynamic Vibrato, and the craftsmanship that has made Japanese-built Fender instruments so desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its beautiful California Blue finish, rosewood fingerboard, excellent condition, and upgraded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etweed hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a great choice for the player or collector looking for a clean example of a classic Fender Japan Mustang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally set up and ready for its next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerald – Guitar Chimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding The Finest Guitars, Basses \u0026amp; Amps Since 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42423732469815,"sku":"082326gtr6","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_5421_a0b3e2ab-1226-40b5-b620-64cb7f3eabeb.jpg?v=1788117899","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/1997-fender-japan-cij-mg66-66-66-mustang-reissue-california-blue-w-tweed-hsc-1","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}