1965-1969 Zen-On/Morales ZES-130 Fender Offset MIJ Vintage Guitar Sunburst
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1965-1969 Zen-On/Morales ZES-130 Fender Offset MIJ Vintage Guitar Sunburst
A super sweet little offset from late 60s Japan, these existed under a few different names and guises, as was common for budget guitars of the 60s. This particular one sports a "Zen-On" badge on the headstock, a subsidiary or model that there is very little info on. So we'll just tell you about the guitar!
The design of this guitar is extremely eye-catching and has that whole future-retro vibe going for it, which is super sweet. Very lightweight at 2.6kg but feels very balanced in the hand and sports a full 25.5" scale length with a mild D profile maple neck that is beautifully worn in and feels great in the hands. This one has a very unique albeit archaic tremolo system, if you install an arm it could potentionally provide hours of fun that's for sure! A triple set of Zen-On 60s single coils provide wonderful vintage chime with loads of crisp top end and plenty of bite. Individual on/off switches for each pickup provide total control of the sound and a sweet tone switch gives another layer of tone to this very versatile little guitar.
Just had a professional setup with 10-46s, the guitar has a number of upgrades including a new set of Gotoh aged nickel machine heads, Switchcraft jack socket and fresh screws, as well as two new vintage style control knobs. The guitar plays very nicely with some buzzing evident on the upper frets; it could benefit from a light fret dress, but plays nicely as is.
Specifications:
Make: Zenon
Model: ZES-130
Origin: Japan, 1965-1969
Body: Philippine Mahogany
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Pickups: Original Zen-On Single Coils
Frets: 20
Neck Profile: 25.5" Scale, 42mm Nut Width, Medium D Profile
Finish: 2 Tone Sunburst
Weight: 2.6kg
Shipping & Returns:
Domestic AU Shipping (Insured) - $Free
International Shipping (Insured) - $199.99
Local Pickup/Click & Collect - 135 New Canterbury Road, Lewisham 2049
The item is sold as is - if it is broken or damaged on arrival, we will offer you a return/refund. We cannot accept returns for change of mind or offer any warranty on used/vintage items.
This item is sold As-Described
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| Listed | 3 years ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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