Fender 1960's Stratocaster

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Step back in time with the Fender 1960's Stratocaster, a homage to the iconic era of rock and roll that defined a generation. This guitar is a part of the Vintera Series, designed to capture the essence of the Stratocasters that became the backbone of countless classic hits. Whether you're diving into the surf rock craze or exploring the depths of blues, the Tim Shaw-designed '60s pickups deliver a sound that's both vintage and versatile, offering that elusive "spank" and clarity that Strat enthusiasts covet.

The lightweight alder body and maple neck provide a bright resonance, while the pau ferro fretboard introduces a nuanced warmth that enhances your playing experience. With a vintage-style tremolo bridge, this Stratocaster is made for the smooth, expressive play that characterized the 1960s. The "C" shaped neck profile, coupled with a 7.25" fretboard radius, ensures comfort and authenticity, making every chord and solo feel as fluid as the original.

Not just a nostalgia piece, this Stratocaster is a tool for the modern musician seeking classic tones with a tasteful twist. The 5-way switch allows you to explore a range of sounds, ensuring that whether on stage or in the studio, your creativity knows no bounds.

Key Features:

Vintage-style tremolo bridge
Tim Shaw-designed '60s pickups for iconic tones
Pau ferro fretboard for enhanced warmth
"C" neck profile with a 7.25" fretboard radius
Vintage-style frets for smooth playability
5-way switch for tonal versatility

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Some owners claim the Vintera line offers better quality control and American-grade components compared to the Player Series, enhancing its value.
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The Player Series is often chosen for its modern neck carve and 2-point tremolo system, contrasting with the Vintera's vintage 6-point tremolo.
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Vintera Modified Strats have a switch on the volume knob to activate the bridge pickup regardless of the control position, allowing unique pickup combinations.
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The Vintera series is praised for its classic punchy, bell-like, and creamy Strat tone, appealing to those seeking a vintage sound.
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Players note that the Vintera's 7.25” radius neck offers a comfortable feel, which some prefer over modern neck profiles found in the Player Series.
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John Frusciante

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Red Hot Chili Peppers

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Year: 1960

1960 faded 3 tone strat played here as played also on whole BSSM tour.

Jimi Hendrix

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The Jimi Hendrix Experience

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This picture was taken at The Singers Bowl, in NY. It looks like an Inca Silver Stratocaster, but it isn't. Of course it's not an HD pic. This Stratocaster was first seen at May 31, 1968, in Zurich. After that, in Baton Rouge - July 30, 1968; Shrevenport - July 31, 1968; Atlanta - August 17, 1968; Utah - August 30, 1968 (The headstock broke at this concert); Seattle - September 6, 1968; Hollywood Bowl - September 14, 1968 ( Seen for the last time in Jimi's dressing room).

I looked for the closest picture I could get, although the headstock is not the same. I suspect that the guitar had the 50's style heastock, and as it was broken in Utah, Jimi changed the neck for a late 60's one, that clearly has a much bigger headstock.

Chris Rea

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Willie and the Poor Boys

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You can see him play “Josephine” in the video on it at Nürburgring, Germany on June 15th 1988.

Ollie Halsall

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Patto

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In this [https://youtu.be/JcCoPmVLwjE?si=9t-AWKfZcGOBtJO6 at 2:28] video, he is seen with a black right handed early 60s stratocaster, it can be heard on songs like "loud green song" during his time with patto, and on "airplane food" for his solo album. He'd use it for songs that the slight worble that he could achieve with the maestro vibrato on his "blue traff" SG didn't benefit.