To help celebrate the Stratocaster’s 70th year, this 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster from Music Experience unveils a unique look and sound that blend some of the model’s greatest elements throughout its many years into one supreme 6-string. A body of solid alder matched with a modern “C”-shaped maple neck provides a combination that’s both classic and quite comfortable to play, topped with 22 frets of gorgeous and easily navigable rosewood. Quality hardware components abound, including an outfit of ClassicGear tuning machines and a workhorse 2-point tremolo bridge. As for its sonics, the 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster comes powered by three Pure Vintage ’59 single-coil Strat pickups, keeping an assortment of authentic tones on hand that directly channel the sound of the Stratocaster’s golden years. A happy 70th to the Stratocaster, indeed!

Fender 70th Anniversary Player Stratocaster at a Glance:

• Alder Body Finished in Nebula Noir
• Pure Vintage '59 Single-Coil Strat® Pickups
• Maple "Modern C" Neck
• 9.5"-Radius Rosewood Fingerboard with Rolled Edges
• 2-Point Tremolo Bridge with Bent-Steel Saddles
• ClassicGear™ Tuners

Player-grade command

The foundational elements of the 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster begin with a beautifully balanced body of alder that will make a remarkably comfortable fit for just about any guitarist who tries it on. That secure feel is enhanced further by a traditional maple neck, shaved to Fender’s modern “C”-shaped carve that brings plenty of fleet-of-finger maneuverability to the table. The final piece of the puzzle is a cut of gorgeous rosewood at the fingerboard, making ample room for navigating all 22 vintage frets across an addictingly smooth 9.5-inch radius that every axe-wielder can appreciate.

Pure Vintage ’59 single-coils

The 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster doesn’t stop at tonewoods, however. In fact, its pickup armament is one for the ages! Three Pure Vintage ’59 single-coil Strat pickups line the body of the 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster, promising an onslaught of old-school personality that’s been precisely engineered to exude the phenomenal tone and snappy response of the last of the ’50s single-coils. From the moment you plug in, these Alnico V magnets come to life with balanced brightness and a warm, round atmosphere. Put them to the test in just about any way you see fit, and you’ll quickly notice how perfectly their tone sits in mixes genre-wide.

Equipped for the spotlight

You need an axe that won’t let you down in the musical moments that matter most, and that guitar is the 70th-anniversary Player Stratocaster. Holding its intonation to performance-grade standards is a set of ClassicGear tuning machines, enabling you to play stress-free and as passionately as the moment demands on stages of all sizes. At the opposing end, Fender’s tried-and-true 2-point tremolo bridge awaits your every nuance with maximum expressive potential. Factor in its extremely natural and old-school string response that comes courtesy of a real bone nut, and we’d be hard-pressed to find another Player Strat that plays as beautifully as the 70th anniversary!

What Fender Says...

For players who demand the ultimate in performance and tone, American Ultra is our most advanced series of guitars and basses. Featuring stainless-steel frets and eye-catching custom colors with matching painted headcaps, the American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster is Ultra – elevated. The American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster features a unique Augmented “D” neck profile with Ultra rolled fingerboard edges for endless playing comfort and a tapered neck heel that allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard with 22 stainless steel medium-jumbo frets means effortless and accurate soloing, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups and advanced wiring options provide endless tonal possibilities – without hum. Sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional, supremely comfortable in any playing position. Other features include sealed locking tuning machines, chrome hardware and TUSQ™ nut. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights. Includes premium molded hardshell case.

2-Point Tremolo Bridge

This Stratocaster features a two-point tremolo bridge for smooth, superior tremolo action, expressive vibrato and dive bombs.

Pure Vintage '59 Single-Coil Strat® Pickups

Pure Vintage pickups are constructed just like pickups from Fender’s golden years. Materials include cloth-covered wire, fiber bobbins and alnico magnets. Pure Vintage '59 Single-Coil Strat® Pickups deliver rich, vintage-inspired tones.

9.5“-Radius Rosewood Fingerboard with Rolled Edges

The 9.5” radius fingerboard facilitates fluid leads and choke free bends while the hand-rolled fingerboard edges provide a supremely comfortable feel.

“Modern C” Shape 22-Fret Maple Neck with Bone Nut

Adding another fret extends the range, while the slim and rounded “Modern C”-shaped neck profile is comfortable for almost any playing style. A premium bone nut delivers increased resonance with outstanding tonal qualities.

ClassicGear™ Tuning Machines

Combining vintage style with a modern 18:1 gear ratio, ClassicGear tuning machines have smooth action and make it easier to fine-tune your instrument.

70th Anniversary Stratocaster Neck Plate

Each 70th Anniversary Stratocaster includes a commemorative 70th anniversary neck plate.