This 2018 Fender Eric Johnson Thinline Stratocaster in Sunburst is a beautifully crafted signature model that blends classic Stratocaster tone with a unique semi-hollow design for enhanced resonance and dynamic response. Developed in collaboration with Eric Johnson—one of the most detail-oriented tone purists in modern guitar history—this model reflects meticulous attention to every aspect of construction, feel, and sound. It includes the original case and paperwork, making it a complete and well-documented example.

Tonally, the Thinline Stratocaster offers a slightly more open and airy character compared to a traditional solidbody Strat, with enhanced resonance and a touch of added warmth. The single-coil pickups deliver classic Fender sparkle, articulate highs, and clear, bell-like tones, while the semi-hollow construction contributes subtle depth and bloom to notes and chords. It excels in clean and edge-of-breakup settings, where its dynamic response and clarity really shine, but it also handles overdrive beautifully while maintaining definition and musicality. The neck profile and setup reflect Eric Johnson’s exacting preferences, resulting in an incredibly smooth and responsive playing experience.

This example presents in excellent condition with only the lightest signs of use.  The frets show little to no wear.  The neck is perfect, and the guitar set up with little effort.  It is pretty much perfect!

As with all instruments at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and professionally set up to play its absolute best. 

Mahar's Vintage Guitars is a brick-and-mortar and web-based retailer. We are happy to talk with you before you make a purchase.   Please reach out if you feel so inclined! We cross market our items here and on our own site, so items are subject to sale elsewhere at any time (however we will never cancel a sale if it happens here first). See our profile here, our Google reviews as well as our 100% positive Reverb feedback. Also, Reverb limits us to only 25 pictures of our items. There is a good chance we have more. Contact us if you’d like to see them.

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Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“The Thinline Strat has incredible resonance.” – The Gear Page
“Classic Strat tone with extra depth.” – TDPRI
“Super responsive and articulate.” – Harmony Central
“Eric Johnson nailed this design.” – Reddit r/Guitar
“One of the best modern Strat variants.” – Ultimate Guitar

Notable Players / History
Eric Johnson is widely respected for his refined tone and attention to detail, and his signature Fender models reflect those standards. The Thinline Stratocaster expands on his earlier signature designs by incorporating a semi-hollow body, offering players a unique variation on the classic Strat platform while maintaining traditional Fender character

SPECS:

• Color: Sunburst
• Weight: 6lbs 13oz
• Body: Semi Hollow Alder with F-Hole, '57 style cavities
• Body Date/Code: See Pic
• Neck: 1-Piece Quartersawn Maple
• Neck Profile:  '57 Soft "V" 
• Neck Date/Code: See Pic
• Fretboard: Maple
• Inlays: Black Dot
• Frets: Original
• Fret Count: 21
• Nut: Original Bone
• Nut width: 1-5/8"
• Radius: 12"
• Scale: 25.5"
• Neck thickness at 1st Fret: .878"
• Neck thickness at 12th Fret: .995"
• Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
• Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
• Overall Length: 38-3/8"
• Lower bout: 12-1/2"
• Waist: 9"
• Upper bout: 11"
• Body depth/thickness outside edge: 1-3/4"
• String gauge: 10-46
• Hardware Color: Chrome
• Pickguard: Original
• Bridge Pickup/Brand: Eric Johnson Single Coil Bridge
• Pickup Reading: 7.96k
• Original?: Yes
• Middle Pickup/Brand: Eric Johnson Single Coil Middle
• Pickup Reading: 7.23k
• Original?: Yes
• Neck Pickup/Brand: Eric Johnson Single Coil Neck
• Pickup Reading: 7.35k
• Original?: Yes
• Bridge: Original
• Tuners: Original American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
• Knobs: Original
• Switch: 5 Way
• Pots/Codes: Original
• Case: OHSC
• Notes: 

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