The Fender Vintera® III Early '60s Stratocaster® is a time machine back to the decade that defined the electric guitar. Built with a classic alder body, this Strat delivers the punchy, crystal-clear articulation that made Fender a household name. When you plug this beauty in, you’re greeted by three meticulously voiced early '60s single-coil pickups that sparkle with the same chimey "glass" used by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan and John Frusciante.

The feel is just as authentic as the tone. Fender has outfitted this model with a period-correct early '60s "C" neck profile and a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard. The 7.25" radius and vintage-tall frets offer a playing experience that feels immediately familiar to any vintage enthusiast, making those big blues bends and soul-filled chords feel effortless.

Dressed in a stunning Sonic Blue finish and topped with a 3-ply mint green pickguard, this guitar looks like it just stepped out of a 1962 catalog. Between the vintage-style synchronized tremolo and the rock-solid tuning machines, you have a professional-grade instrument that honors its legacy while performing flawlessly on modern stages. Whether you're chasing surf-rock vibes or psychedelic blues, the Vintera III is ready to tell your story.

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Golden Era Tone: Three vintage-style early '60s single-coil pickups provide the authentic chime and "quack" that defined a generation of music.

Vintage Feel: The early '60s "C" neck profile and round-laminated rosewood fingerboard offer a comfortable, classic playing experience.

Classic Curves: Crafted with an alder body for a balanced, punchy sound that serves as the perfect foundation for any genre.

Expressive Vibrato: The 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles allows for smooth, expressive pitch control.

Timeless Aesthetic: Finished in iconic Sonic Blue with a mint green pickguard and aged control knobs for a true vintage look.

Body Wood: Alder

Neck Wood: Maple

Left/Right Handed: Right

Fretboard Wood: Round-Laminated Rosewood

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Fretboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Clay Dot

Neck Profile: Early '60s "C"

Finish: Gloss Polyester (Body), Gloss Urethane (Neck)

Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Tuners: Fender® Vintage-Style

Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Early '60s Single-Coil Strat®

Middle Pickup: Vintage-Style Early '60s Single-Coil Strat®

Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Early '60s Single-Coil Strat®

Electronics: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge), 5-Position Blade

Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles

Manufacturer Part Number: 0149160372

Depth at 1st Fret: .812"

Depth at 12th Fret: .887"