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Description

The Fender Stratocaster American Traditional is a classic embodiment of electric guitar craftsmanship, designed for musicians who appreciate both heritage and performance. Hailing from Fender's renowned American series, this solid body electric guitar showcases the iconic Stratocaster silhouette, providing a perfect blend of vintage style and modern playability. Its three single-coil pickups deliver a versatile range of tones, from sparkling cleans to powerful rock crunches, making it an ideal choice for genres spanning blues, rock, and beyond.

This Stratocaster features a comfortable maple neck with a smooth finish, ensuring ease of play during long sessions. The synchronized tremolo bridge allows for expressive vibrato effects, while maintaining the guitar's tuning stability. With a classic 5-way pickup selector switch, players can easily navigate through a variety of tonal options, tailoring the sound to their specific needs. The guitar's construction and components reflect Fender's commitment to quality, promising durability and reliability for performers and hobbyists alike.

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or an aspiring guitarist, the Fender Stratocaster American Traditional stands as a testament to Fender’s legacy in musical innovation and quality.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar
  • Maple neck with a smooth finish
  • Three single-coil pickups for versatile tones
  • Synchronized tremolo bridge for expressive vibrato
  • 5-way pickup selector switch for tonal variety
  • Classic Stratocaster design and silhouette
  • Made in the USA, ensuring top-notch build quality
Genesis Music Store

Genesis Music Store

Fender American Traditional 1999 USA

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Fender American Traditional 1999 USA

Genesis Music Store

Genesis Music Store

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Fender stratocaster american traditional upgrade Seymour Duncan Pickups & Jescar Frets

SMOSYU MUSIC

SMOSYU MUSIC

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Fender Stratocaster American Traditional - Cek Sound

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Yhuliant Musik Shop

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Stratocaster American Traditional.

Mods and upgrades

  • Owners have successfully upgraded with a 2000's USA big block vintage tremolo for improved tuning stability.

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  • Installing a DG-20 EMG kit is recommended for those seeking a louder, more dynamic sound profile.

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Build quality

  • The neck and body can be either USA or Mexican made, but consistently noted for high-quality construction.

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Use cases and applications

  • Ideal as a daily practice guitar or for small gigs where premium gear is less desirable.

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Features and functionality

  • The presence of a black truss rod plug is noted despite the 'Made in USA' label, highlighting a unique feature of this model.

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ridgemusic

Don't leave home without it

My go-to beater guitar. It has great tonal qualities, especially when upgrading pickups (American Traditionals use Mexican electronics). It will survive any gigging situation, it will not disappoint in the studio. Used this guitar for almost 10 years and I am not buying another strat any time soon.

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See how Tom McCarthy uses Fender Stratocaster American Traditional

Tom McCarthy

Guitarist

Pretty Vicious

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In this photo Tom uses a Fender Stratocaster American Traditional.

See how Túlio Augusto uses Fender Stratocaster American Traditional

Túlio Augusto

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Túlio Augusto uses the Fender Stratocaster American Traditional, particularly for blues concerts, as evidenced by a user-uploaded photo.

See how Louis Futon uses Fender Stratocaster American Traditional

Louis Futon

Guitarist, Bassist

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The cited article is an interview with Louis that details the recording process for his album "Way Back When". He mentions the use of many pieces of gear stating, "All the guitar was recorded on my American Fender Strat,".

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Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Fender Stratocaster American Traditional, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

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