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The Classic High Tenson Strings by Fire&Stone

The Firestone Classic High Tenson is a vintage-style electric guitar from the Firestone catalogue, generally associated with Japanese-made budget instruments from the 1970s–1980s. It follows a classic double-cutaway design similar to a Stratocaster, aimed at providing an affordable and versatile playing experience. The “High Tenson” naming typically refers to a factory setup or marketing term rather than a radically different model specification. These guitars are known for their straightforward construction and solid, workmanlike feel rather than high-end features. Over time, they have become interesting collector pieces due to their rarity and connection to Japan’s “lawsuit-era” guitar production. Depending on the exact production batch, specifications can vary quite a bit.

Specs:

• Model: Firestone Classic “High Tenson” (Strat-style electric guitar)
• Body: Typically solid alder or basswood (varies by production)
• Neck: Bolt-on maple neck
• Fingerboard: Rosewood or maple (model-dependent)
• Scale Length: 25.5" (Strat-style scale)
• Frets: Usually 21–22 frets (varies)
• Pickups: Generally 3 single-coil pickups (SSS layout, varies by version)
• Controls: 1 volume, 2 tone, 5-way selector switch (typical Strat wiring)
• Bridge: Vintage-style tremolo system
• Hardware: Chrome hardware (varies by unit)
• Finish/Colors: Sunburst, black, and other standard finishes depending on production run
• Origin: Likely Japan (vintage import-era Firestone instruments)

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