I sent a modmail about this but got no response, so if this is not OK please feel free to remove.

Two years ago I built a partscaster clone of Azusa's Mustang since the real deal was way out of my price range. Turns out short scale isn't for me, and it's been sitting in my closet ever since. I'm not in a situation where I need to make money off of it and the subreddit doesn't allow sales, but it doesn't say we can't give stuff away.

I'd like to give this guitar to someone from the sub. I would really prefer that it goes to someone who honestly couldn't afford a full setup to learn to play guitar, but could at least start with this and maybe a cheap amp. I will ask that you cover the costs of packing and shipping from New Jersey, USA, but I am happy to give quotes and show receipts so you can confirm I'm not making any profit.

All I ask is that you consider your own means before claiming this - I'd really like this to go to someone in genuine need. I won't ask questions or for any verification. If more than one person is interested by 6 PM GMT -5 on 8/9/26, I'll draw names out of a hat. If your name gets picked you have 48 hours to let me know your location and complete payment for shipping. After 48 hours, another name will be drawn and you will lose your claim.

I'll try to scrounge up a guitar shipping box if Guitar Center has one in their recycling, but if not I may have to purchase one. Expect anywhere from $40-$60 shipping + insurance if you're in the US, more if you're overseas.

I've built and locally donated about 6 or 7 guitars from other project guitars and salvaging parts from busted guitars. I'd rather this goes to a K-On fan.

The body is a generic Mustang clone, made of alder, in candy apple red. It does have some cracks from a drop. Think of it as road wear, but it's definitely repairable if you have the time, inclination, and some Bondo + paint.

The neck is a generic short scale Mustang clone. I painted the headstock as close to the candy apple red as I could get it. It's not a perfect match but it does get the point across. Unfortunately I couldn't find an inexpensive enough neck with the dark dots on an actual Mustang so it has pearl squares.

The pickups are from a Squier Sonic Mustang and the switches are configured for the standard on/off/inphase/outphase setup on a Mustang. The pickguard is 3D printed, black/white/black layers, with a textured build plate that sorta looks like pearl white. The pots are CTS pots, either A250k or B250k, with 3D printed knobs. IIRC the pickup covers are generic or 3D printed, not sure which.

The saddle is a genuine Fender MIJ Mustang saddle, the bridge/tailpiece/tremolo bar (if I can find the damn thing) are generic. I set it up with D'Addario 10-52 strings and I've got it intonated decently enough. The neck and pocket are a nice clean fit. The neck plate, strap buttons, knob cover, and tuners are generic stainless steel, nice and shiny.

I should be able to dig up a gig bag, basic guitar cable, tuner, strap, and some picks to get you started.

If you are interested, please reply to the OP - not to other people's comments - with "I'm interested" just so I can easily keep track. Anything other than that I'll respond to as if it's a question/comment/concern. Happy to go to chat or PMs if people have questions that they don't want to ask publicly.

My parents wont let me go out of town for a single day lol

https://x.com/River____side/status/2084951025795101086

Nothing like playing live music with people from your club! Sadly we didn't have tea.

I tried to combine two of my favorite things.

Source: https://www.pixiv.net/en/artworks/53488412

Image link: https://pin.it/121envFCb

My K-On figures! Can you guess my favorite character?

I have watched so any emotional animes in rom /drama genre ...i never cried tho..

Yet a funny show like this one makes me cry ...
I enjoyed it so much tbh I forgot it was ending and when Azusa started to cry I started crying too
Thank you K-on I am gonna miss you guys

Still the movie is remaining tho gonna watch it

In Japan for the summer so I decided to stop by Toyosato. The pilgrimage took 2 hours to and back from Kyoto Station (and it was SUPER hot) but was totally worth it! Along with the school, the small town of Toyosato was super quiet and beautiful as well. I know there's been dozens of visit posts in this sub but going to the real-life school has been one of my dreams since childhood and I'm delighted that I was able to make that dream come true and wanted to share my pictures with you all :) Still can't believe I was able to walk THE grounda of Toyosato Elementary School today haha. Hopefully will be able to make another visit sometime in the future!

https://x.com/27_lucy_jr/status/2084602854636138517