{"product_id":"1956-57-fender-stratocaster-refin","title":"1956\/57 Fender Stratocaster (Refin)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFender Stratocaster (1956\/57) Vintage Electric Guitar – Sunburst Refin\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1956\/57 Fender Stratocaster is a killer example of a player grade mid 50s Stratocaster. With original pickups and pots, an original \"Bakelite\" pickguard, pickup covers and knobs, and genuine early Fender construction, it offers players and collectors an authentic example of one of the most influential electric guitar designs ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Stratocaster Tone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree original single-coil pickups deliver the glassy, bell-like clarity and snap that defined the Stratocaster sound. The bridge pickup is bright and cutting, the middle offers a focused, articulate voice, and the neck pickup produces a warm, rounded tone with plenty of definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its original pickups and pots, this Strat delivers the classic tones you've heard on a countless hit records, from sparkling cleans to rich, dynamic tones when pushed into overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage Feel \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece maple neck and vintage 7.25\" radius give this guitar the classic feel of an early Stratocaster. Set up with a low, comfortable action, it is easy to play and immediately inviting, whether you're working through classic rhythm parts or expressive lead lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining original pickups, pots and \"Bakelite\" parts with the unmistakable tone and feel of early Fender craftsmanship, this Stratocaster offers a rare opportunity to own and play a true piece of rock 'n' roll history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine 1956\/57 Fender Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal single-coil pickups and pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal \"Bakelite\" pickguard, pickup covers and knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal three-way pickup selector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-piece maple neck and fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlassy, bell-like vintage Strat tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow, comfortable playing action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull body refinish in sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructurally sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll electronics function perfectly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1956\/57 (early 1957 build)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStratocaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19855\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunburst (refinish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-piece maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFretboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack dots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 5\/8\" (approx. 42mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender single-coil x3 (original)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes \/ non-original black Tolex Fender case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSourced from\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustin, TX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition note: The body has been fully refinished in sunburst with a clear overspray. The pickups, pots, \"Bakelite\" pickguard, pickup covers and knobs are original. This is an early 1957 build, pairing a 1957 body with a late 1956 neck, consistent with Fender's practice of assembling guitars from stocked components. The guitar is structurally sound and all electronics function perfectly.\u003cbr\u003eFor more information on this instrument, please email \u003ca href=\"mailto:vintage@musoscorner.com.au\"\u003evintage@musoscorner.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48321147666587,"sku":"FEN-VINTAGE-1956FENDER19855","price":32000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0405\/4683\/files\/195657FenderStratocaster.jpg?v=1790903810","url":"https:\/\/www.musoscorner.com.au\/products\/1956-57-fender-stratocaster-refin","provider":"Musos Corner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}