The Music Man Valentine PDN Limited Edition Starry Night 2017 is an instrument that immediately catches the eye, even before you’ve plugged it in. This Premier Dealer Network edition stands out with its deep, sparkling Starry Night finish, in which the ash body wood appears to subtly move through the light. Combined with the tortoise pickguard and the sleek double-cut design, the result is a guitar that looks modern, yet with a clear nod to classic shapes.

In the hand, the Valentine feels direct and responsive. The ash body provides an open, clear foundation with a tight low-end and a sparkling top, while the roasted figured maple neck ensures stability and a slightly dry, fast attack. The oil and wax finish on the neck provides a natural playing feel that feels smooth along its entire length. The ebony fingerboard with a 10-inch radius contributes to precise articulation and a tight string feel, while the C-profile neck sits comfortably in the hand for both chord work and lead playing.

Electrically, this Valentine is particularly versatile. The combination of a custom wound humbucker in the neck and a single coil at the bridge offers a wide tonal palette, ranging from warm, full tones to pronounced twang and definition. With the push/push functions for gain boost and coil split, you can effortlessly switch between different characters without the basic sound losing power. The Music Man hardtail bridge with curved steel saddles and Schaller locking tuners ensures stability and direct transfer of string vibrations. With its limited production run and distinctive appearance, this is an instrument that stands out both on stage and in the studio.

The guitar was built in 2017 and is still in near mint condition. There is a small ding on the back of the headstock, but otherwise, the guitar is exceptionally clean. Comes with a TFOA passport in a hardshell case.