Here for sale we have a Fender American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Sea Foam Green finish. Made in the USA in 2023, this bolt-on constructed, vintage-inspired guitar consists of an Alder body, a Maple neck, and a 21-fret Maple fingerboard. Other appointments include a Pure Vintage Synchronized Tremolo bridge, Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe" tuners, and a set of Pure Vintage '57 Single-Coil Strat pickups. The pickups are wired to a master volume, a neck/middle tone control, a bridge tone control, and a 5-way pickup selector.
The Maple neck plays very well, with the 1957 "V" Shape profile feeling nicely slim in the hand and providing effortless playability in all registers. Certainly, the profile is chunkier than many modern Fender necks, and helps to facilitate fast and articulate lead lines. The Gloss finish to the rear of the neck is glass-like to the touch and really helps with smooth navigation of the 25.5" scale. The Maple fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with a period-correct 7.25" radius and vintage-style frets ensures an authentically vintage playing experience across the neck. The smooth lines of the Stratocaster body are as comfortable in the arms as ever, ensuring comfort in both standing and seated positions.
The trio of Pure Vintage '57 Single-Coil Strat single-coils installed in this guitar deliver authentic vintage-inspired tones thanks to their period accurate specification. Pole pieces are hand bevelled and staggered for a balanced output, whilst Alnico V magnets and Formvar magnet wire are employed to produce a bright, glassy tone. Even the vintage-correct cloth wiring is used for a truly authentic tone. The neck is warm and round, with all of the power needed to push your solos to the front of the mix. The middle is punchy and clear for those funky tones, whilst the bridge produces a searing output for bright and focussed rock rhythm tones. This is a fantastically authentic vintage-inspired piece that will age very gracefully.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.
Fender American Vintage II '57 Stratocaster Sea Foam Green 2023 Electric Guitar
Brand- Fender
Model- American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster
Finish- Sea Foam Green
Year- 2023
Made In- USA
Body- Alder
Neck- Maple
Neck Profile- 1957 "V"
Fingerboard- Maple
Fingerboard Radius- 7.25"
Frets- 21
Scale Length- 25.5"
Nut Width- 1.650"
Pickups- 3x Pure Vintage '57 Single-Coil Strat pickups
Controls- Master Volume, Neck/Middle Tone, Bridge Tone, 5-way pickup selector
Our ID: 101052597171
Weight: 8lbs
Serial: V2323723
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall excellent condition. All aspects of the headstock displays minimal signs of past use.
Neck: Overall excellent condition. All aspects of the neck and fingerboard displays minimal signs of past use.
Body: Overall excellent condition. The treble side of the neck pocket displays a light lacquer crack, this presents no structural concerns. A small indentation is present to the bass side lower bout of the front face, this has slightly pierced the finish. A small chip to the finish is present to the bass side of the neck pocket, this has exposed the wood beneath the finish. A small scuff mark is present to the bass side waist edge, this can only be seen under direct light. All aspects of the headstock displays minimal signs of past use.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (Flathead screwdriver) not included.
Hardware: Overall excellent condition. All aspects of the hardware display light signs of past use. Tremolo arm included. Bridge cover included.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.75mm - Bass 2mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 10-46
This guitar demonstrates mild fret noise which is mildly apparent when amplified. This noise can be heard when bending the high E string a whole step from the 12th fret upwards as is common with 7.25" radius guitars. The new owner may choose to raise the action to alleviate this.
Electrics: Fully functional.
Case & Accessories
Fender tweed hard case.
Overall excellent condition and fully functional. The case displays minimal signs of past use.
Original paperwork, COA, tremolo arm included.