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Ernie Ball Music Man Axis Super Sport BFR (Ball Family Reserve) | Translucent Blue Burst (Pre-Owned)
Ernie Ball Music Man Axis Super Sport BFR (Ball Family Reserve) | Translucent Blue Burst (Pre-Owned)
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If the shape looks familiar, there's a good reason. The Axis traces its roots back to Music Man's original collaboration with Eddie Van Halen in the early '90s. The design evolved into the Axis, and I think it's become one of the best examples of a guitar that's greater than the sum of its parts. Everything just works.
Then there's the Ball Family Reserve treatment. BFR isn't just a badge. It's Music Man's way of showcasing woods and appointments that simply don't make it onto their standard production models. The flame maple top is stunning in Translucent Blue Burst, but for me, the real star is the roasted Birdseye maple neck. It's absolutely loaded with figuring, finished in Music Man's gunstock oil and hand rubbed wax, and feels every bit as good as it looks. Little touches like the pearl tuner buttons and the Ball Family Reserve inlay at the 12th fret remind you this wasn't built to be ordinary.
The DiMarzio humbuckers have all the punch and harmonic richness the Axis is known for, while the five way switch makes it surprisingly versatile. This 2010 example has been exceptionally well cared for, showing only minimal signs of wear, and includes its original hard case and Certificate of Authenticity. A beautiful BFR from one of Music Man's most iconic designs.
Serial: G49231
Weight: 7lbs 9oz
Finish: Translucent Blue Burst
Top Wood: FlameMaple (Matching Headstock)
Body Wood: Chambered Basswood and Mahogany Tone Block
Body Contours: Arm Contour, Tummy Cut
Binding: Cream
Neck Wood: Roasted Birdseye Maple
Neck Finish: Gunstock Oil & Hand-Rubbed Wax
Neck Shape: Medium C
Fretboard Wood: Rosewood
Radius: 12"
Frets: 22
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dots w/ BFR 12th Inlay
Nut Width: 1 5/8"
Scale Length: 25.5"
Neck Joint: 5-Bolt Sculpted
Tuners: Locking (Pearl Buttons)
Bridge: Music Man Vintage-Style 2-Post Tremolo
Hardware: Chrome
Pickups: DiMarzio Humbuckers
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-Way Blade Switch
Note: This guitar is in excellent condition. Shows minimal signs of wear. It comes with the original hard case and COA.
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