Discover the Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster Electric Guitar, a masterful recreation of a classic that forever changed the music industry. This guitar is a testament to Fender's commitment to authenticity and craftsmanship, replicating the original design with period-accurate bodies, necks, and hardware. The American Vintage II series is a tribute to the late '50s and early '60s, a time when Fender's popularity soared and the Stratocaster reigned supreme. By 1961, the Stratocaster had evolved into a more refined instrument, boasting a vibrant 3-Color Sunburst finish with a bolder black edge, perfectly complemented by a 3-ply pickguard that accentuates the Strat's iconic curves.This 1961 Stratocaster model features a premium alder body, known for its well-balanced tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end. It's equipped with a trio of Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster pickups, specially voiced to reproduce the authentic sound and performance of the original model year. The medium "C"-Shaped maple neck is paired with a 7.25" radius slab rosewood fingerboard, providing the comfortable playing feel of a vintage instrument.The guitar also features a vintage-accurate synchronized tremolo with a cold-rolled steel block and bent steel saddles, single-line "Fender Deluxe" tuners, and a 3-ply pickguard. All hardware on the American Vintage II series is designed to look, sound, and function just like the originals, with many components still manufactured on the original '50s and '60s era Fender factory machines.Finished with a Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer, a premium finish used on '50s and '60's Fender instruments, this guitar reveals the instrument's true tonal character. The American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster is a direct descendant of the original Fenders, designed for players who appreciate vintage Fender tone and feel. Experience the purest form of Fender electrics with the American Vintage II series - the stuff of legends.