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Dive into the world of grunge with the Fender Kurt Cobain Ferrington Mustang, a tribute to the iconic sound and style of Nirvana's legendary frontman. This solid body electric guitar marries the classic Mustang design with Cobain's unique flair, creating an instrument that's both a collector's piece and a player's dream. Crafted to replicate the distinctive features of Kurt's customized guitar, the Ferrington Mustang offers an authentic playing experience for musicians who appreciate the raw, unpolished edge of the '90s alternative scene.

The Fender Kurt Cobain Ferrington Mustang features a sleek, offset body that offers excellent playability and comfort, perfect for those marathon jam sessions. The guitar's distinctively short scale length makes it ideal for players who favor a slinky feel and easy string bending. Equipped with Fender's specially designed pickups, this instrument delivers the gritty, punchy tones that defined a generation. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Ferrington Mustang brings Cobain's rebellious spirit to every riff and chord.

Key Features:

Offset body design for exceptional comfort and playability
Short scale length for easy string bending
Custom Fender pickups for authentic grunge tones
Vintage-style bridge and tremolo system
Unique control layout inspired by Kurt Cobain's modifications
Premium materials and craftsmanship ensure durability and sound quality

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Kurt Cobain's Ferrington Mustang features Bartolini V-88D and 3XV pickups, known for their bass and acoustic applications, providing unique tonal qualities.
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The Bartolini V88-D and 3XV pickups, reissued due to high demand, are integral to the Ferrington Mustang's unique studio sound, used in tracks like "All Apologies."
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The Ferrington Mustang has a flatter neck than standard Mustangs, contributing to increased stability and tuning reliability.
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Unlike the Jag-Stang signature model, which Cobain reportedly didn't favor, the Ferrington Mustang is described as his "dream guitar," incorporating features he specifically desired.
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Cobain reportedly used the Ferrington Mustang as a recording guitar, indicating its suitability for studio environments over live performances.
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A new batch of these pickups is expected to ship in January, suggesting limited retail availability, thus encouraging early direct orders.
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The guitar includes a full Tune-O-Matic bridge with a wraptail design, enhancing tuning stability compared to traditional Mustang setups.
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Enthusiasts are excited about the possibility of building their own Ferrington Mustang replicas using the newly available Bartolini pickups.
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Remakes of Bartolini V88-D and 3XV pickups are available by special order from Bartolini, offering a custom option not listed online.
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The Ferrington Mustang's color is a unique variation of Sonic Blue, appearing slightly more blue and aged, distinct from standard Fender finishes.
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Value and pricing

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Pre-production pricing for the Bartolini reissue pickups starts at $150 to $180, with a 20% discount available for early payments before 10/31.
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The complete set of Bartolini V88-D and two 3XV pickups is priced roughly at $400, reflecting the custom nature and limited availability.
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Orders for Bartolini pickups must be placed via email, with details on model numbers and contact information, highlighting the personalized service aspect.
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Kurt Cobain

Singer, Guitarist

Nirvana

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"'Kurt called me from the backstage of Saturday Night Live when Nirvana was doing the show,' Ferrington narrates. 'We talked for a long time about what he wanted. Basically, he loved Fender Mustangs, but he also hated them because you couldn't tune them. And it's hard to raise the action. He thought you could improve on it. He essentially wanted a more sophisticated Fender Mustang. So we talked about the features he wanted. Then the band went to Australia, Kurt faxed me over a little drawing that he'd done, with the pickup placements and other little notes.' The instrument Ferrington built is depicted in his book. In body shape and headstock, it's closely modeled on a Fender Mustang, but it has a Gibson-style Tune-O-Matic bridge and three Bartolini pickups. The bridge pickup is a humbucker, while the neck and middle pickups are single coils. The middle pickup is angled. The bridge pickup, Ferrington further explains, 'has a coil tap, so you can get series, parallel, and single coil. Kurt said he wanted a lot of switch options.'" Danny Ferrington

The guitar was also used at The Point Theatre, Dublin Ireland in 1992.