Is this MM Steve Morse Genuine?

[nickguitar]

I purchased a MM Steve Morse from guitar center since the price was too good to pass up. After taking it home, I noticed some of the switches were in the wrong location. Can anyone help me identify whether the instrument is a replica or a real Music Man?

Thanks!

 

[beej]

It's legit. And the serial number checks out (you can barely make it out in the pics). Circa 2003, prior to the compensated nut. Really nice looking neck.

Looks like the previous owner has added an extra toggle switch near the lever. Perhaps to split the humbuckers? Everything else looks stock.

If you don't like the switch you can always remove and plug it, or get a replacement guard. But you might find it useful, depending on what they've done.

Congrats!

 

[tbonesullivan]

Looks like the previous owner has added an extra toggle switch near the lever. Perhaps to split the humbuckers? Everything else looks stock.

The "bridge on" switch is missing. Maybe they just relocated it? I can see how it might be in the way for some people.

 

[beej]

D'oh. Yes that makes the most sense.