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1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre II – Natural Finish – All Original – Serial A001681Description:
Up for sale is a highly desirable, exceptionally clean piece of Leo Fender history: a 1978 Pre-Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre II in its original Natural finish. This guitar features a stunning, heavy Southern Ash body paired with a beautiful one-piece maple neck and fingerboard.With serial number A001681, this instrument dates to mid-1979, making it a prime era production model featuring the highly sought-after 7.25-inch vintage radius and original small frets that give the Sabre II its legendary, effortless playability.Electronics & Tonality:
This Sabre II features the revolutionary, fully original active preamp system designed by Leo Fender. It is equipped with the two original humbucking pickups (featuring the distinctive large pole pieces) wired to a master volume and active Bass/Treble cut/boost controls. The two mini-toggles provide the factory-original bright boost and phase-reversal options, offering a massive array of studio-ready, punchy tones that bypass the mud of standard passive guitars.Condition & Specifications:

• Body: Southern Ash in original Natural finish. Shows beautiful wood grain patterns with an elegant, natural amber patina that only comes with decades of age.
• Neck: Maple neck and fingerboard with black dot inlays. The neck pocket is tight, and the original 3-bolt micro-tilt adjustment works perfectly.
• Hardware: All-original chrome control plate, knurled knobs, top-loading heavy-duty bridge assembly, and original tuners.
• Serial Number: A001681 (Stamped on the neck plate).

Player’s Note:
Whether you are a collector looking for an investment-grade piece of Fender history or a player looking for a distinct alternative to a vintage Strat or Tele, this Sabre II delivers the goods. It has been incredibly well-preserved, safely stored, and is ready for its next home