(SOLD) Fender Japan '57 Stratocaster ST57-75TX Ocean Turquoise Metallic 2004
Fender '57 Strat, ocean turquoise, crafted in Japan 2004-5. This is such a great finish for a Strat, I'm definitely on board. With a few years on the clock, the deep marine hue pops perfectly against the golden maple board... it looks so good. This was the high end Fender Japan offering in it's day, so it's blessed with an alder body and a set of USA made Texas Special pickups. That lends it a thick, fat take on the Strat-spank. There's plenty of punch and bounce to your notes on the neck position, or a charming mix of slice and warmth on the bridge and middle. The neck is a vintage style D shape, so it's mildly chunky without being huge. It's a really great piece of maple and feels awesome in the hands. This just works, it's a great Strat and will surely fulfil all your Stratty desires.
Model: Fender '57 Reissue Stratocaster (ST57-75TS)
Made: Japan, 2004-05, Tokai plant, (serial R046931)
Finish: ocean turquoise metallic (OTM), 1-ply white guard
Body: alder
Neck: 1-piece maple inc board, moderate 'D' shape, 7.25" radius, 25.5" scale
Weight: 3.495kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender USA Texas Special single coil x3
Case: basic non original gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: mild finish wear. Headstock has minor dimples on the end. The neck has no major marks. The back has a couple of dimples on the top edge and bottom edge as well as near the cavity, no major marks. The sides have a couple of dimples near the knobs, scuffs in the elbow area and some dimples in the waist area along the top. The front is pretty tidy, so it's just a few dimples around the bridge and back edge as well as some play wear on the guard and horn. Overall: very good condition (8/10).
Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, action is low, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Frets have some light wear, they're looking good, 8/10 for life left. Setup with fresh 10/46 strings.