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
