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Fender Vintera® III Late '50s Stratocaster Dakota Red
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Electric Guitar
Fender
Fender Vintera III Late ’50s Stratocaster
Series: Vintera III
Orientation: Right-Hand
Color: Dakota Red (varies by model)
Country of Origin: Mexico
Overview
The Fender Vintera III Late ’50s Stratocaster is a meticulously crafted vintage recreation that captures the authentic look, feel, and tone of Fender’s late 1950s era. Built with an alder body and a maple neck with maple fingerboard, it delivers the unmistakable Stratocaster sound with punch, clarity, and sparkling highs.
The late ’50s soft “V”-shaped neck profile provides a substantial, period-correct grip, while the 7.25" radius fingerboard with vintage-tall frets ensures a comfortable and expressive playing experience. Equipped with three vintage-style late ’50s single-coil pickups, this model produces warm, woody tones with classic Fender chime and articulation.
A vintage-style synchronized tremolo system with bent steel saddles offers smooth pitch control and authentic feel, while vintage-style tuning machines provide stable tuning and classic aesthetics.
Key Features
Playability and Comfort
Late ’50s soft “V”-shaped neck for a chunky, vintage-inspired feel
7.25" radius fingerboard with vintage-tall frets for smooth playability
Gloss urethane neck finish for a classic Fender touch
Tonewoods and Construction
Body: Alder for balanced tone with punch and clarity
Fingerboard: Maple for bright attack and snap
Gloss polyester finish for durability and vintage styling
Electronics
Three vintage-style late ’50s single-coil pickups (SSS configuration)
Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge)
5-position blade switch for wide tonal versatility
Hardware and Setup
6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles
Vintage-style tuning machines for stable and accurate tuning
Nickel/chrome hardware with period-correct appointments
Includes tremolo arm and gig bag
Specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyester |
| Body Shape | Stratocaster |
| Body Style | Solid Body |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Finish | Gloss Urethane |
| Neck Shape | Late ’50s Soft “V” |
| Neck Construction | 4-Bolt Standard |
| Fingerboard Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 7.25" |
| Position Inlays | Black Dot |
| Side Dots | Black |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Truss Rod | Vintage-Style Butt Adjust |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.650" |
| Fret Size | Vintage Tall |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Bridge | Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo |
| Pickguard | 1-Ply White |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Tuning Machines | Fender Vintage-Style |
| Strings | Fender Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042) |
| Pickup Configuration | SSS |
| Bridge Pickup | Vintage-Style Late ’50s Single-Coil Strat |
| Middle Pickup | Vintage-Style Late ’50s Single-Coil Strat |
| Neck Pickup | Vintage-Style Late ’50s Single-Coil Strat |
| Switching | 5-Position Blade |
| Orientation | Right-Handed |
Why Choose This Guitar?
The Fender Vintera III Late ’50s Stratocaster is ideal for players who want:
Authentic late ’50s Stratocaster tone and feel
Bright, articulate single-coil sound with classic Fender chime
A substantial vintage neck profile for traditional playing experience
A timeless instrument suited for rock, blues, surf, and indie styles
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Return Shipping
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