The early-’60s Strat, recreated in the USA – nitro finish, slab rosewood board and Pure Vintage ’61 tone. The Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster in 3-Color Sunburst brings back the 1961 Strat: an alder body in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, a 1961 “C” maple neck with a slab rosewood fingerboard and clay dots, and three Pure Vintage ’61 single-coil pickups.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Players and collectors who want the sound and feel of an early-1960s Strat – blues, surf, classic rock and pop guitarists, studios and serious players stepping up to a vintage-correct US Fender.
What’s in the box
- American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster
- Vintage-style brown case (orange interior)
Specifications
| Body | Alder, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer |
|---|---|
| Colour | 3-Color Sunburst |
| Neck | Maple, 1961 “C”, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, 4-bolt |
| Fingerboard | Slab rosewood, 7.25″ (184.1 mm) radius |
| Frets | 21, vintage tall |
| Scale length | 25.5″ (648 mm) |
| Nut | Bone, 42 mm |
| Inlays | Clay dot |
| Pickups | 3 x Pure Vintage ’61 single-coil Strat (SSS) |
| Controls | Master Volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle), Tone 2 (bridge) |
| Switching | 5-position blade |
| Bridge | Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo, bent steel saddles, chrome bridge cover |
| Tuners | Pure Vintage single-line “Fender Deluxe” |
| Hardware | Nickel/chrome |
| Pickguard | 3-ply mint green |
| Truss rod | Vintage-style butt adjust |
| Strings | Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel, .010-.046 |
| Case | Vintage-style brown case included |
| Orientation | Right-handed |
Good to know
- The truss rod adjusts at the body end (vintage butt adjust) – best done by a technician.
- Nitro lacquer is softer than modern finishes; some stands and straps can mark it.
- Factory strings are .010-.046.
FAQ
Is a case included?
Yes, Fender lists a vintage-style brown case with orange interior.
How is it different from a modern Strat?
It has a 7.25″ vintage radius, vintage tall frets, nitro finish and Pure Vintage ’61 pickups for an authentic early-’60s feel and tone.
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