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The Mitchell MS470 Modern single-cutaway electric guitar is the ideal instrument for the advanced and/or advancing guitarist who wants to fill out their collection with a top-quality, feature-rich guitar for practice, rehearsals and gigging. They feature a thin profile, single-cutaway design, mahogany body with flamed maple tops and an easy-playing shallow-C mahogany set neck. The MS470's unique heel joint provides supreme playing comfort and upper-fret access. 
 
The MS470 also includes high-output, dual-humbucking paraffin-dipped Alnico V pickups that reduce microphonics and unwanted feedback. Separate volume controls each featuring pull-coil tap functions allow you to split either humbucking pickup into a single coil with master tone control. High-ratio locking tuners provide precise tuning, while the jumbo frets and TOM-style bridge offer increased sustain and bite. The MS470 comes equipped with premium D'Addario EXL120 .009–.42 strings. 
 
The MS470 Series is available in eight gorgeous finishes: Widow Black Burst (WBB), Denim Blue Burst (DBB), Beach Burst Blue (BBB), October Burst (OB), Black Cherry Burst (BCB), Bengal Burst (BB) and Citron Burst (CB).  
 
Restocks are instruments that may have minor cosmetic blemishes that do not affect the way they play or sound. It’s a unique opportunity to acquire an outstanding guitar at a super low price for an extremely limited time.

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  • Mahogany single-cutaway with flame maple veneer top
  • Mahogany set neck with rosewood fingerboard 
  • H/H pickup configuration with high-output, paraffin-dipped Alnico V pickups reduce microphonics and unwanted feedback 
  • Dual Pull-pot coil-tap function provides single-coil sounds from either humbucking pickup 
  • Shallow-C profile, slim-taper neck feels comfortable in any player’s hands 
  • 18:1 high-ratio locking tuners and Graph Tech TUSQ XL reduced-friction nut enhance tuning stability  
  • Traditional, adjustable TOM-style bridge with stopbar tailpiece for accurate intonation and solid tone 
  • Jumbo frets with high-tensile strength fretwire for durability and smooth playability 
  • Premium D'Addario EXL120 .009–.42 strings
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Chromium (hexavalent compounds), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Body 
  • Construction: Single-Cutaway
  • Body wood: Mahogany 
  • Top wood: Flamed Maple Veneer
  • Body finish: Gloss 
  • Orientation: Right-handed 
Neck 
  • Shape: 1960s Slim-Tapered 
  • Wood: Mahogany 
  • Neck joint: Set Neck 
  • Scale length: 24.75" 
  • Nut Width: 1.653" (42 mm) 
  • Truss rod: Two-way truss rod 
  • Finish: Gloss 
Fretboard
  • Material: Rosewood 
  • Radius: 12" 
  • Fret size: Jumbo 
  • Number of frets: 22 
  • Inlays: Side Dots 
  • Nut material: Graph Tech TUSQ XL 
Pickups 
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive 
  • Pickup Type: High-Power, Alnico V with Coil Taps 
  • Pickup configuration: H+H 
Controls 
  • Control layout: 2 Volume + 1 Tone 
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way Toggle 
  • Coil tap or split: Yes (Volume Push/Pull) 
Hardware 
  • Bridge type: TOM-style 
  • Tuning machines: 18:1 High-ratio, die-cast, locking 
  • Color: Chrome 
Other 
  • Number of strings: 6 
  • Premium D'Addario EXL120 .009–.42 strings 
  • Case: Sold separately 
  • Country of origin: Vietnam

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4.18

17 Reviews

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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AMAZING VERSATILITY!!
AMAZING VERSATILITY!!
AMAZING VERSATILITY!!
This guitar is really awesome

Most Liked Positive Review

4

I take back my previous review of Mitchell went backwards

I wrote a negative review based off a couple I tried out in guitar center a few months back. I don't know if they were just set up horrible or what but I went and plugged another one of these up while waiting to cash out on a used guitar I sold gc and it sounded pretty solid and and played well/stayed in tune fine. I bought it for 179.00 on a trade to compare to my ms450 "which I love" and figured if it sucked id return it. After adjusting the poles raising the action and adjusting the pickup height it sounded as good if not better than my ms450. I will say the qc has slipped a bit as I had trouble with my springs on my pickups and one tone nob comes off a little too easy but all in all it sounds great and it plays great

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Be Careful! Big hit or miss!

On the surface the MS470 looks like you're getting a lot of guitar for the money. Theoretically you are IF you're lucky enough to get one of the good ones. I picked up one of these at GC last week and thought the value proposition was appealing, however, it didn't hit the home run like I hoped. Lots, and I mean LOTS of blemishes, tool marks, scratches and issues. Is it playable? Yes, but only if you want to take your tools to it every day. I've replaced the strings, done a setup, cleaned it, check all the nuts, and screws, and I just can't seem to get this thing in a good playable state. I spend more time trying to solve issues everyday rather than playing. It won't hold a tuning, even with the locking tuners, the low E won't intonate, there's fret buzz, the strap nut keeps coming loose even after tightening it over and over. It's just not that good. I will be returning it later today and selecting a different guitar. If you're considering this model, use caution. Look it over closely, spend some time playing it and inspecting it before you made the purchase.

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing12
  2. Jamming9
  3. Recording7
  4. Small Venues7
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship3
  2. Fret Buzz3
  3. Poor Pick Up3
  4. Flat Sound1
  5. Low Resale Value1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician5
  3. Novice3
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play10
  2. Good Feel10
  3. Good Tone9
  4. Good Pick Up8
  5. Solid Electronics8

Reviewed by 17 customers

  • Nice

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byJosiah

    fromBenton Harbor, MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This guitar is great. It sounds nice, looks good, and feels professional. I would recommend this.

  • SUPER VERSITILITY

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byAWAYGONE

    fromLANGHORNE PA

    THIS GUITAR CAN PLAY ANY STYLE!!! I AM AMAZED BY THIS GUTIAR AND ALL IT CAN DO. THIS GUITAR BLEW AWAY SOME BIG-NAME BRANDS WHEN I DID A COMPARISION. MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK.MICHELL ELECTRIC GUITARS "WHERE VERSITILITY IS SUPREME!" AWAY GONE YOUTUBE CHANNEL ARTIST GUITAR PLAYER OVER 30YEARS

  • AMAZING VERSATILITY!!

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byAWAY GONE

    fromPhiladelphia, PA

    The beauty & functionality of the guitar are far beyond the price. Mine is a used MS450 older model I played metal,hard rock,funk rock, blues, psychedelic rock and classical metal. THIS GUITAR DOES IT ALL!!! IF YOU NEED A PROFESSIONAL GRADE GUITAR I PROMISE YOU, THIS GUITAR WILL AMAZE YOU!!!! AWAY GONE 🤙🦁

  • This guitar is awesome!!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byMario

    fromDurango Colorado

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Bought this AWESOME guitar for my kid and he is rocking. Easy to play, smooth, light weight, and sounds pretty good. Now i want one for myself. Excellent customer service, those definitely know what they are talking about. Everyone needs to have or try this guitar! 💯 recommend

  • GREAT GUITAR TO MODIFY!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byTRAVIS

    fromSOMONAUK, IL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    A set-neck, mahogany guitar for under $300? YES PLEASE!! I wasn't a fan of the hardware. I upgraded the tuners and electronics. Now it plays AND sounds good!

  • This is it until...

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byGokhan

    fromMassachusetts

    I play in a semi-pro band, you know -- classic a few 30 somethings enjoying their time. I also fix and assemble les pauls occasionally as a side gig. I have a Epi LP Standard and a Studio, and a few Firefly's. I ran into a Bengal Burst MS470 and loved how it looked. Didn't have the wife's approval then, so postponed the purchase. I bought it online at a sale, and Thank God that I did. With a bit of adjustment, it sounds great. The pickups needed to be aligned and a bit of higher action. My next guitar will be a Gibson but until then, I'll be keeping this, and sell the other few to make a bit of a budget for it.

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  • submitted5 months ago

    asked byDonnie M

    fromNew Haven, CT

    How much does the guitar weigh?

    How much does the guitar weigh?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry but I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 7-7.5 lbs

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byJajajajja

    fromMississippi

    Is this a good beginners guitar?

    Is this a good beginners guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, very good.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byRockDad

    fromIndianapolis, IN

    The description mentions 8 colors available. Then lists only 7...but there are only actually 4 colors available. Where are the other colors?

    The description mentions 8 colors available. Then lists only 7...but there are only actually 4 colors available. Where are the other colors?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I apologize for the confusion The Restock Mitchell MS470 Mahogany Body Electric Guitar Citron Burst is available in only the Citron Burst. New models are available in Black, Red, Bengal and Blue.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byVincent

    fromSan Clemente, CA

    Where is this guitar made?

    Where is this guitar made?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The MS470 is made in China.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byDominic

    fromHoover, AL

    What type of input jack does this electric guitar require?

    What type of input jack does this electric guitar require?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The MS470 has a 1/4" input requirement.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byZac

    fromVan Buren, AR

    Is there anyway I can get pictures of the imperfections or defects on the refurbished/restock MS470 Bengal Burst?

    Is there anyway I can get pictures of the imperfections or defects on the refurbished/restock MS470 Bengal Burst?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byking Bumi

    fromLas Vegas, NV

    Why are these guitars over priced? I can get a Harley Benton for half the price , or go with a Kramer guitar.

    Why are these guitars over priced? I can get a Harley Benton for half the price , or go with a Kramer guitar.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    We appreciate your feedback. Gear Support is not involved in pricing.

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