{"product_id":"fender-american-vintage-ii-61-stratocaster-electric-guitar-rosewood-in-surf-green-w-vintage-style-case-0110250857","title":"Fender American Vintage II 61 Stratocaster Electric Guitar Rosewood in Surf Green w\/Vintage Style Case - 0110250857","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster\u003cbr\u003eElectric Guitar Rosewood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeriod-accurate 1961 Stratocaster with Pure Vintage pickups, slab rosewood fretboard and nitrocellulose lacquer finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster Electric Guitar Rosewood recreates a defining era in Stratocaster history with period-inspired construction, vintage-accurate hardware and a feel designed for players who appreciate classic Fender craftsmanship. Built with an alder body, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish, medium C-shaped maple neck and slab rosewood fretboard, this American Vintage II model captures the response, comfort and musical character associated with early-1960s Stratocaster design. A trio of Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster single-coil pickups gives it the clarity, chime and expressive dynamics that made the Stratocaster a cornerstone of countless recordings and performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alder body and gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish give this Stratocaster a traditional foundation with lively resonance and a vintage-inspired feel. Its classic body shape remains comfortable, balanced and familiar, making it well suited for rhythm work, lead playing, studio sessions and stage performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1961 C-shaped maple neck is paired with a 7.25 inch radius slab rosewood fretboard for an authentic early-1960s playing experience. Clay dot inlays, vintage clay side dots, 21 frets and a bone nut add to the period-focused design, while the neck’s gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish reinforces the instrument’s vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster single-coil pickups deliver the clear, articulate sound that defines this model. The 5-position blade switch provides familiar Stratocaster versatility, from bright bridge pickup response to blended pickup sparkle, focused middle pickup tones and smooth neck pickup warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo uses bent steel saddles, a cold rolled steel block and 6-screw vintage-style mounting for expressive pitch control with traditional feel. Pure Vintage single-line Fender Deluxe tuning machines, a vintage-style butt-adjust truss rod and 4-bolt serialized neck plate complete the period-accurate hardware package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Electric Guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: American Vintage II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 1961 Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Shape: 1961 C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Construction: 4-bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard Material: Slab rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard Radius: 7.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition Inlays: Clay dot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide Dots: Vintage clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod: Vintage-style butt adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod Nut: Vintage-style butt adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1.650 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster single-coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle Pickup: Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster single-coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster single-coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Configuration: SSS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: Master volume, tone 1 for neck and middle pickups, tone 2 for bridge pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching: 5-position blade with bridge, bridge and middle, middle, middle and neck, and neck pickup settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTremolo Block: Cold rolled steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Mounting: 6-screw vintage-style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Cover\/Tailpiece: Included bridge cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Pure Vintage single-line Fender Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString Trees: Butterfly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Fender USA 250R nickel plated steel .010-.046\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTremolo Arm: Screw-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Plate: 4-bolt serialized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap Buttons: Vintage-style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you should choose the Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster Electric Guitar Rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster Electric Guitar Rosewood is a strong choice for players who want the feel, sound and detail of an early-1960s Stratocaster built with modern consistency. Its Pure Vintage 1961 pickups deliver classic Stratocaster clarity and dynamic response, while the slab rosewood fretboard, 1961 C neck shape, nitrocellulose lacquer finish and vintage-style tremolo give it the character serious Fender players look for. For players who value historical accuracy, expressive single-coil tone and timeless Stratocaster versatility, this American Vintage II model offers a deeply authentic playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48339303694557,"sku":"0110250857","price":3419.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1507\/1680\/files\/0000_2014b0af-774f-4605-b429-2bdf77704ae6.jpg?v=1786032895","url":"https:\/\/shop.theartsmusicstore.com\/products\/fender-american-vintage-ii-61-stratocaster-electric-guitar-rosewood-in-surf-green-w-vintage-style-case-0110250857","provider":"The Arts Music Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}