High-quality Kurt Cobain inspired Vandalism Stratocaster replica based on a Harley Benton ST-20 platform.

This guitar was built to recreate the appearance and vibe of Kurt Cobain's famous black Stratocaster as seen during Nirvana's legendary "Live at the Paramount" performance in Seattle.

The neck has been fitted with a Fernandes Sticker and repainted to resemble the Fernandes replacement neck that was fitted after Kurt broke the original neck during the European Nevermind tour.

The guitar features an extensive heavy relic treatment and includes the iconic VANDALISM sticker, capturing the worn appearance of the original instrument during the Paramount era.

To minimize unwanted noise and interference, the entire electronic cavity has been shielded with copper foil, creating an effective Faraday cage.

The guitar is in excellent condition and functions flawlessly.

Reason for sale: Downsizing my collection.

Specifications

  • Harley Benton ST-20 platform
  • Poplar body
  • Maple neck
  • Laurel fretboard
  • Modern C neck profile
  • 22 frets
  • 648 mm (25.5") scale length
  • 42 mm nut width
  • 305 mm (12") fretboard radius
  • Double-action truss rod
  • Chrome hardware
  • Synchronized tremolo
  • Sealed tuning machines

Electronics

  • Seymour Duncan SJBJ-1B BLK bridge pickup
  • Harley Benton single-coil middle pickup
  • Harley Benton single-coil neck pickup
  • 1 Volume control
  • 2 Tone controls
  • 5-way pickup selector switch

Features & Upgrades

  • Heavy relic finish inspired by Kurt Cobain's Paramount-era Stratocaster
  • Authentic VANDALISM sticker by The Feederz
  • Fernandes sticker on headstock
  • Complete copper shielding of all electronic cavities
  • Ernie Ball "Heavy Bottom Skinny Top" 10–52 strings installed

Additional Information

  • Excellent playability with comfortable action
  • Straight neck and stable tuning
  • Quiet electronics thanks to full cavity shielding
  • Ideal for Nirvana fans, collectors, or players looking for a unique Cobain-inspired instrument with stage-ready playabilit

This item is sold As-Described

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Listed5 days ago
ConditionMint (Used)
Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • ST-20
Finish
  • Schwarz
Year
  • 2025
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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