{"product_id":"vintage-fender-stratocaster-refin-usa-1979","title":"Vintage Fender Stratocaster Refin - USA 1979","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere is a nice Fender Stratocaster, built in Fullerton California in 1979 refinished in a stunning Fiesta Red. It features a solid ash 3-piece body and a bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. And it is in very condition for a 40+ year old guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOwned by one of Australia's most well-known and high-profile guitarists, this Strat has certainy been played, showing some genuine relic'ing with a few dings and dents in the finish, a few light scuffs here and there, looking like nice and road-worn rock machine! There is some minor tarnishing of the metal parts adding to its vintage appeal. The neck is straight and super clean front and back. There are no structural issues, and this thing feels great to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis '79 Strat is fitted with a loaded pickguard from a 2023 American Pro II Strat including t\u003c\/span\u003ehree V-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups and a performance friendly push-push switch on the second tone control activating the neck pickup in switch positions one and two, adding two unique pickup configurations not normally found on a Strat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe frets are in great shape, all electronics work 100%, the neck is worn-in, clean \u0026amp; comfortable, and the pickups are solid and punchy. It has a 5-way blade switch, replacement Schaller tuners \u0026amp; the truss rod works perfectly. And the tremolo bridge works just fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt weighs in at 9.34lbs which is middle of the road for 70s Strats, giving this guitar a tough, meaty sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":1,\"335551620\":1,\"335559685\":0,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll in all, an excellent, late 70s Strat, with nice upgrades, that magnificent oversize headstock, rear skunk stripe and a 3-bolt neck joint that does NOT move or slide around. Quite a looker, with sound to match. This one is super clean for a 45-year old guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes in a Fender hard shell case in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 1st Fret: 0.25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12th Fret: 1.25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth at 1st Fret: 20.71mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth at 12th Fret: 22.64mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 40.38mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth at 12th Fret: 49.67mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.24kg \/ 9.34lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shape: Stratocaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Finish: Fiesta Red Refinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFretboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Shape: Medium \"C\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 25.5″ (648 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Frets: 21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition Inlays: Abalone Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup: Fender V-Mod II Single-coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiddle Pickup:Fender V-Mod II Single-coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Pickup:Fender V-Mod II Single-coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: 6-Saddle Synchronised Tremolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuning Machines: Schaller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Fender Tweed OHSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44538738278553,"sku":"24129","price":4195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/1905\/6012\/files\/Vintage_Fender_Stratocaster_Refin_-_USA_1979.png?v=1734589002","url":"https:\/\/www.premierguitars.com.au\/products\/vintage-fender-stratocaster-refin-usa-1979","provider":"Premier Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}