White looks best to me.
The pickups in the new Mustangs are smaller than the previous versions.
The pickups in the new Mustangs are smaller than the previous versions.
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Fender Mustang Club
- Thread starter FlyingPigSound
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I know that I want a mustang with the traditional mustang pickup and no 2nd pickup. Unfortunately the Road Worn JMJ Mustang nor the Squier are available in my area to try out. I am not a label snob so the Squier would be fine if it plays and sounds good and I have no problem paying the higher price if its justified. The main physical difference I see between the 2 is the wider nut width on the Road worn JMJ - anything else I should be considering in my decision? Thanks for any input!
JMJ has heel truss rod adjustment, Squier is at the neck. JMJ has rosewood fingerboard, Squier has Indian Laurel.
Might be different pickups. JMJ is listed as "Custom-spec split-coil Mustang pickup",
and Squier is listed as "Fender-Designed alnico pickups".
JMJ has lollipop tuners, Squier has "VINTAGE-STYLE TUNING MACHINES".
Might be other differences like finishes and such.
Might be different pickups. JMJ is listed as "Custom-spec split-coil Mustang pickup",
and Squier is listed as "Fender-Designed alnico pickups".
JMJ has lollipop tuners, Squier has "VINTAGE-STYLE TUNING MACHINES".
Might be other differences like finishes and such.
Hipshot got back to me and confirmed my order's still in the system. Sounds like they have major backorder issues with their suppliers on some stuff, and 5 days' wait on response means they really must be skeleton crewing it.
Welp! Can't be helped and I hope everyone's safe over there at least. Meanwhile, I still need to pursue that custom nickel-plated control plate lead, which could end up awesome if it pans out.
Welp! Can't be helped and I hope everyone's safe over there at least. Meanwhile, I still need to pursue that custom nickel-plated control plate lead, which could end up awesome if it pans out.
1966 with original Fender case and strap
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IIRC, the JMJ pup is from Duncan.
JMJ has 1.625" nut width and most/all current Squier Mustangs are 1.5".
IIRC, current American and Vintera Mustangs also have the wider nut.
StudioGC has tried and compared several recent Mustangs not long ago, and has commented further, IIRC not too far upthread.
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The JMJ pickup is a custom “overwound” version of Seymour Duncan’s Mustang Bass pickup (10.7k vs 9.5k).
*an update.
After initial 'disillusionment' with my build, I've come around, full circle.
Overview- Last year I wanted to build out a short PJ, thus the Golden Mustang, a 2020 Fender Mustang with mods: Dimarzio Relentless P, Dimarzio Model J, Kickass Bridge, Hipshot Tuners, Switchcraft plug and switch, Couch strap, D'Addario elliptical strap buttons, custom neckplate, homemade gold sparkle pickguard, gold hardware and screws and wears D'Addario tapes. PU install and luthier fine tuning by Seth Mayer in Van Nuys (who was able to make my switchplate gold when I couldn't find the hardware). Stock pots, considering changing tone pot to cater to the Dimarzio's, maybe a tricky switch based on PU capabilities as well.
The Sound:
As a P, it is a pure example of DiMarzio's Relentless pickup on a short scale with tapes. That is an incredible sound. As a J single, the DiMarzio Model J in a low bridge position (short scale + large bridge) is, again an awesome and specific sound. This axe, more than any other has forced me to really consider each pickup as its own animal. In combo mode, it again presents itself in a third and powerful form.
The Feel:
Well, it's a highly personalized short with easy play tapes, an excellent neck that had was set up with pro fretwork, it wears properly ratioed machines.. the words nimble, cozy and ferocious come to mind.
The Competition:
There is a Sire U5 that sits under-appreciated in the rack now. That is a wonderful instrument, but the Golden Mustang has life in it. A full size PJ, a wonderful Squier Affinity PJ that also wears Dimarzios and Kickass bridge (but with TI Flats) still gets grabbed but the Mustang is lighter and beefier. Short scale is really comfortable for long periods.
Final Thoughts:
This instrument had too much sophistication and edge to simply be played perfectly out of the gate. Much like it's namesake, Mustang, it's a wild beast but a truly magnificent one once understood. DiMarzio pickups are great and having a trusted ace luthier is a blessing. Lastly, an Ampeg 810 Fridge really gives an instrument a platform to demonstrate it's nature, if you have the opportunity, get one.
After initial 'disillusionment' with my build, I've come around, full circle.
Overview- Last year I wanted to build out a short PJ, thus the Golden Mustang, a 2020 Fender Mustang with mods: Dimarzio Relentless P, Dimarzio Model J, Kickass Bridge, Hipshot Tuners, Switchcraft plug and switch, Couch strap, D'Addario elliptical strap buttons, custom neckplate, homemade gold sparkle pickguard, gold hardware and screws and wears D'Addario tapes. PU install and luthier fine tuning by Seth Mayer in Van Nuys (who was able to make my switchplate gold when I couldn't find the hardware). Stock pots, considering changing tone pot to cater to the Dimarzio's, maybe a tricky switch based on PU capabilities as well.
The Sound:
As a P, it is a pure example of DiMarzio's Relentless pickup on a short scale with tapes. That is an incredible sound. As a J single, the DiMarzio Model J in a low bridge position (short scale + large bridge) is, again an awesome and specific sound. This axe, more than any other has forced me to really consider each pickup as its own animal. In combo mode, it again presents itself in a third and powerful form.
The Feel:
Well, it's a highly personalized short with easy play tapes, an excellent neck that had was set up with pro fretwork, it wears properly ratioed machines.. the words nimble, cozy and ferocious come to mind.
The Competition:
There is a Sire U5 that sits under-appreciated in the rack now. That is a wonderful instrument, but the Golden Mustang has life in it. A full size PJ, a wonderful Squier Affinity PJ that also wears Dimarzios and Kickass bridge (but with TI Flats) still gets grabbed but the Mustang is lighter and beefier. Short scale is really comfortable for long periods.
Final Thoughts:
This instrument had too much sophistication and edge to simply be played perfectly out of the gate. Much like it's namesake, Mustang, it's a wild beast but a truly magnificent one once understood. DiMarzio pickups are great and having a trusted ace luthier is a blessing. Lastly, an Ampeg 810 Fridge really gives an instrument a platform to demonstrate it's nature, if you have the opportunity, get one.
Has anyone swapped the Squier Classic Vibe tuners with Hipshots - is there a drop in model as far as the screw holes? Are the Hipshots significantly lighter even if you don't get the ultralite style? I just received my new bass and its a full half pound heavier than the guitar shop confirmed - Grrr - still weighs in at 8 pounds but I was hoping for 7.5 for my neck and shoulder. I am thinking the hipshots might help?
I've had very good luck with the Gotoh Resolite tuners which are very comparable in weight to the ultralites, but have a larger footprint which helps cover holes and provides some mass that certain necks require to avoid deadspots. I had a Jazz bass that I took a half pound of weight off with ultralites, but then discovered I brought on some deadspots by removing mass from the headstock which the Resolites seemed to cure. YMMV
RES-O-LITE Series アーカイブ - G-GOTOH
I have had very good success with Hipshot lites on my Mustang PJ. Reduced neck dive and no dead spots. One new hole and didn't cover up the original holes but very light and no one should be looking back there anyway IMHO!
@SoulReflection glad to hear they worked fine for you - I like the lollipop style they offer too. I need to measure the shaft size but I think its 1/2"
