Fender Japan Stratocaster ST57-58US Sunburst 2003
Fender '57 Strat, sunburst, made in Japan 2002-4. This is simple and satisfying. The 1957 version of the Stratocaster had a gold spaghetti logo, maple board, two tone finish, one ply guard, three single coils and a six point tremolo bridge, so this gets all those things in homage to the legendary original. These ST57 models have a generous neck shape: a fat D-profile that sits in the hand beautifully. The USA pickups are bright and clear, with a fast bass response, even, smooth mids and a chirpy top end. There's plenty of oomph when you dig in hard, this sounds awesome. You can't go too wrong here: it's in great shape for a 22 year old guitar and absolutely understands the Strat assignment.
Model: Fender Japan Stratocaster ST57-58US
Made: Japan, 2002-4, Dyna Gakki factory
Serial: Q028462
Finish: two tone sunburst, gloss poly
Body: basswood
Neck: maple, maple fretboard, 25.5" scale, 7.25" radius, 50s D shape
Weight: 3.265kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender USA ST-Vintage single coil x3
Accessories: basic gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has scuffs on the end and bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The back has a dent on the top horn and some dimples on the bottom horn and elbow area. The sides have dimples in the elbow area and scuffs near the jack. The front has scuffs near the jack, play wear on the guard and horns and some corrosion on the bridge.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/46 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 7/10, minor wear only