2006 Fender Japan ST62-DMC (Dimarzio Collection)

Crafted in Japan
'62 Stratocaster Reissue w Dimarzio USA Pickups
Serial # S011302
Action at the 12th Fret 4/64 3/64
Nut Width: 1.63
Fretboard Radius 7.25
Thickness of the neck: 1st fret .84 and .92 at the 12th

Weight 7 lbs 13 oz's
Medium C (Oval) Profile
Set up with 9-42 strings

Comes with a DELUXE Fender Soft Case

Check Out the Demo Below!

$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!

So delicious in both sound and looks, this killer playing Fender Stratocaster '62 vintage reissue is sure to make any Fender enthusiasts' dream come true! It is in excellent condition and perfect working order this Strat sports a super sweet Old Candy Red finish, that looks stunning. It has a fast medium chunky maple neck, this ST62 model Stratocaster features American made Dimarzio single coils, which are super nice and offer bell like tone, chime and enough power to cut through the mix.

Designed to pay tribute and try to replicates the golden era Pre-CBS Strat. This guitar is acoustically resonant and well balanced. The thick and dark slab rosewood fretboard has a 7.25 vintage Fender fretboard radius and stock vintage style fret-wire that retains most its full factory height.  They have been dressed/ leveled and polished and shine like glass. The neck is straight, the truss rod works flawlessly. The headstock sports a Pre-CBS small Strat shape, with correct logo and Kluson-style Gotoh tuners which turn smoothly and hold pitch nicely. The electronics all work flawlessly, and sound absolute killer. It as a well balanced feel with clear well defined mids, bright highs with plenty of classic Fender chime and sparkle. When pushed, the bridge and neck pickups have the juice needed to cut through the mix, and offer great power for smoking leads. Cosmetically, this guitar is in excellent shape with minimal play-wear.

Don't miss out on this KILLER example of a "Crafted in Japan" 1962 reissue that easily rivals most USA built counterparts!

General Specifications

Feature Specification

Country of Manufacture Japan (Crafted in Japan)

Body

Body Material: Basswood

Body Shape Stratocaster (S-style)

Body Type Solid Body

Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst)

Neck

Neck Material Maple

Neck Profile "C" shape or Oval type "C"

Neck Construction Bolt-On

Fretboard Material Rosewood (slab board)

Fretboard Radius 7.25" (vintage radius) or occasionally 9.5" depending on specific model variant

Scale Length 25.5" (648 mm)

Number of Frets 21 frets

Fret Wire Vintage or Narrow Tall

Nut Width ~1.650" (42 mm)

Inlays Dot

Hardware & Electronics

Pickups: Dimarzio Vintage Style Single Coils

Controls One volume, two tone controls, 5-way selector switch

Bridge Vintage-style tremolo bridge with adjustable saddles

Tuners Vintage-style deluxe tuners

This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 

About The Guitar Dude 

Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).  

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Our Guarantee  

We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.  

Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)

- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues. 

- Intonation is spot-on.  

- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.  

- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.  

Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy 

We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:  

- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.  

- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.  

- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.  

We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.  

Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.  

We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.  

Payment, Shipping & International Duties  

- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.  

- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.  

- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.  

International Shipping Note 

International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.  

Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.