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1979 MUSICMAN SABRE BASS IN SUNBURST FINISH – PRE ERNIE BALL – ONE OF THE FIRST 100 EVER MADE

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Highlights:
This bass is not something you see everyday.
With a serial number that places it within the first 100 ever made, This Musicman Sabre Bass is just amazing.
Form the coveted Pre Ernie Ball days, before the company sold so still from Leo Fender era.
All original and in great condition, especially for a 47 years old piece of gear.
Neck is straight with medium low action, great sustain and a lot of tonal options, thanks to those 2 magnificent hum buckers.
One for players and collectors.
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Additional information
Condition

Excellent (Used)
Brand

musicman
Finish

Sunburst
Categories

4-String
Year

1979
Made In

United States
Right / Left Handed

Right Handed
Fretboard Material

Maple
Pickup System

Passive
Neck Material

Maple
Body Material

ASH
Pickup Configuration

DOUBLE HUMBUCKER
Number of Strings

4-String

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