Fender always made a special point of welcoming new players to the family by offering high-quality entry-level student instruments, such as 1956's Duo-Sonic and Musicmaster guitars. 1964's Mustang was the first tremolo-equipped student model, and it scored immediate success as the perfect "bridge" between Fender's entry-level and professional guitars. To this day the Mustang still offers great sound, classic looks, solid performance and eminent affordability.