How can you tell a vintage Strat?

0:504:51Tone Tips: How to Spot a Vintage Stratocaster - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWithout to zoom in slightly. You can see that radius. Actually is quite high something in the regionMoreWithout to zoom in slightly. You can see that radius. Actually is quite high something in the region of six and three-quarters or something this has quite a pronounced effect on.

How can you tell a Mexican Stratocaster?

2:207:37How to date your Mexican made Fender Stratocaster guitar mimYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOn American strats I found the little tags with the with the serial numbers or the date. In the neckMoreOn American strats I found the little tags with the with the serial numbers or the date. In the neck pockets. Once you take the neck off or in the pickup cavities or on the underside of the pickguard.

How can you tell a American Stratocaster?

2:0412:40MEXICAN STRAT vs AMERICAN STRAT - Guitar Tone Comparison!YouTube

Are American-made Fenders worth it?

A used American strat/tele is easily worth the $700-800 or so they usually go for. They have nice features that MIM strats dont - specifically, better pickups, and the rolled fingerboard edges are a great comfort feature that really does make a difference.

Are string trees necessary on a Stratocaster?

All guitars dont need string trees. With Fenders traditional flat headstocks and inline tuners, the high strings have a longer distance between the nut and tuning posts, requiring the installation of a string guide. They might be small, but they can have a big impact in your tone and tuning.