**Vintage 1986 Aria Pro II "The Cat" Series Electric Guitar**
**Made in Japan - Matsumoku Factory (November 1986)**
**Finish:** Gloss Black which has flattened to a more satin finish over the years
**Bridge Type:** Rare Factory Hardtail String-Through-Body
Up for sale is a fantastic piece of 1980s Japanese guitar history. This Aria Pro II "The Cat" was crafted at the legendary Matsumoku plant in November 1986 (Serial: 6112220), just before production shifted out of Japan. Matsumoku instruments are highly revered by collectors for their exceptional build quality, fast necks, and outstanding reliability.
### Key Features & Specifications:
* **Rare Hardtail Design:** Unlike the standard floating tremolo versions that suffer from 80s tuning instability, this model features a highly reliable factory string-through-body hardtail bridge. It offers incredible tuning stability and enhanced natural sustain.
* **Distinct Top Plate:** Features the classic, original black plastic anchor plate seamlessly integrated behind the fixed bridge on the front face of the body.
* **Versatile HSS Layout:** Configured with two single-coil pickups in the neck/middle positions and an eye-catching chrome-covered humbucker in the bridge for an extra punchy rock tone.
* **Fast-Playing Neck:** Comfortable bolt-on maple neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. Perfect for smooth leads and comfortable rhythm work.
### Condition & Functionality:**
* **Paintwork:** The gloss black paintwork is in fair condition. As a genuine 40-year-old vintage instrument, it shows standard, age-related cosmetic blemishes, surface swirls, and minor marks as expected for its age.
* **Frets:** The frets are in excellent shape with loads of life left in them, offering plenty of playing time before needing any major attention.
* **Electronics:** Fully tested and operational. The 5-way pickup selector switch, volume dial, and tone dial all work exactly as they should with no issues.
### Shipping & Important Terms:**
* **PLEASE NOTE:** The hard case shown in the photographs is for display purposes only and is **NOT included** in this sale. The guitar will be securely packed and boxed safely for transit.
* Dispatched quickly with reliable, tracked UK delivery.
*Please review all photos carefully to see the exact condition of the guitar. Don't miss out on a rare, hardtail MIJ Matsumoku rock machine! Please message me if you have any questions.*
