***On display at our Joplin, Mo location***

The Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster is a premium electric guitar designed for players seeking the authentic sound and spirit of a transition-year classic. Featuring a resonant alder body and a 1965 C-shaped maple neck topped with a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, this instrument delivers professional tone and effortless playability. Equipped with meticulously voiced Pure Vintage 1965 pickups, the Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster provides the dynamic, era-correct performance that defined rock's most electrifying decade. The stunning Candy Apple Red finish enhances its timeless, high-performance appeal, making it a standout on any stage.

• Alder Body: Provides a well-balanced, resonant tone characterized by robust lows and beefy mids.
• 1965 C-Shaped Neck: Features an authentic, era-specific profile that offers a comfortable and familiar playing feel.
• Round-Laminated Rosewood Fingerboard: Paired with a 7.25-inch radius and vintage-tall frets to facilitate smooth note bending and chord work.
• Pure Vintage 1965 Pickups: Specifically voiced with period-correct materials like cloth-covered wire and fiber bobbins to replicate the authentic sound of the golden era.
• Pure Vintage Synchronized Tremolo: Equipped with bent steel saddles to ensure reliable tuning stability and classic vibrato performance.
• Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish: A premium finish that allows the instrument to breathe, revealing its true tonal character and aesthetic beauty.
• Transition Logo Headstock: Features the historically accurate, larger lettering associated with the 1965 model year.
• Vintage-Style Hardware: Components manufactured on original 50s and 60s era factory machines to ensure period-correct function and appearance.
• Included Case: Comes with a premium vintage-style black hardshell case with an orange interior for secure protection.
• Scale Length: 25.5-inch scale length for optimal string tension and classic resonance.
• Nut Width: 1.650-inch bone nut for precise string spacing and sustain.
• 5-Position Pickup Switching: Provides a wide range of versatile tonal options across all pickup combinations.

Built with Fender’s dedication to historical accuracy and superior craftsmanship, the Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster captures the essence of a legendary era in music history. Combining period-accurate specifications with modern reliability, this instrument exemplifies the innovation that continues to set the standard for electric guitars today. Its combination of professional-grade electronics and iconic design makes it an essential choice for any discerning musician.

Ernie Williamson Music is a full-line music store offering sales, service, rentals and the best lesson programs in the area. We are a "Best of the Ozarks" award winner, ranked in the top 100 music stores in the US, the number one Taylor Guitar dealer in Missouri, and a top 20 Taylor Guitar dealer in the US. We're a locally owned store with friendly, knowledgeable staff—but we make sure our prices compete with the big box stores. Whether you shop online or come by one of our four regional locations, you'll get excellent service, quality gear, and low prices.