Fender American Standard Stratocaster - USA 1995

Here is a beautifully kept 1995 Fender American Standard Stratocaster finished in Wine Red, a refined and less common colour from the mid-’90s Fender production era. This period is widely regarded as a strong point in Fender’s modern manufacturing history, with American Standard models offering excellent consistency, comfortable playability, and a balanced blend of vintage-inspired tone and modern reliability.

This example features a comfortable and familiar Strat neck profile, with a nut width of 41.99mm and a 52.02mm width at the 12th fret. The neck depth measures 21.11mm at the 1st fret and 22.54mm at the 12th, giving it a slim, fast feel while retaining enough substance for confident playing. At 3.54kg (7.81lb), the guitar is lightweight and well balanced, contributing to a resonant and easy-playing experience whether seated or standing.

Playability is excellent, with a low, responsive setup (0.25mm at the 1st fret and 2.0mm at the 12th fret) and a fresh refret ensuring 100% fret life. The guitar feels smooth and consistent across the entire fingerboard, making it well suited to extended playing sessions across multiple styles.

Tonally, it delivers the classic mid-’90s Strat character. The neck pickup is warm and rounded, the middle position offers clarity and punch, and the bridge position provides crisp articulation with enough edge to cut through a mix. The in-between positions produce the signature Strat “quack”, making it a highly versatile instrument for blues, rock, funk and clean rhythmic work.

Supplied in a non-original hard shell case, this is a well-preserved and highly playable mid-’90s American Standard Stratocaster in an attractive Wine Red finish, offering strong performance, comfort, and classic Fender tone.

Specifications:

Year: 1995
Country: USA
Model: Fender Stratocaster
Finish: Wine Red
Body: Alder
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale: 25.5"
Pickups: Standard Fender single coils
Bridge: Vintage-style tremolo
Case: Non-original HSC