1989 Fender Stratocaster Deluxe Plus – First Year Model

* 1989 Fender Stratocaster Deluxe Plus – Crimson Frost – Collector Grade

• First-Year 1989 Fender Strat Deluxe Plus – Lace Sensors & Wilkinson Nut – Original

Description

Up for sale is a fantastic example of Fender’s high-end innovation from the late '80s: a 1989 Stratocaster Deluxe Plus. 1989 was the inaugural year for the "Deluxe" designation in the Plus series, and this guitar features all the premium appointments that made these "Custom Shop quality" production models legendary.

This is a Version 1 model, featuring the early-run specifications that collectors hunt for. It’s a versatile workhorse that handles everything from crystal-clear bell tones to thick, overdriven lead lines with ease.

Key Features & Specs:

• Pickups: Original Lace Sensor set These pickups offer classic single-coil character with zero 60-cycle hum.

• Nut: Early-style Wilkinson Roller Nut for incredible tuning stability even with heavy tremolo use.

• Hardware: Original Brushed Chrome Schaller Locking Tuners and a 2-point American Standard Tremolo.

• Electronics: Equipped with the TBX (Treble Bass Expander) tone control, allowing for a wider frequency response than a standard Strat.

• Neck: Comfortable "C" shape maple neck with a 9.5" radius—perfect for modern playability.

Condition:

• Body:very clean no major dings or scratches!

• Frets: minimal wear! Almost new!

• Functionality: All electronics are clean; the TBX pot and 5-way switch work perfectly.

• Modifications: None 100% Original!

Includes:

• Original Hardshell Case In excellent original condition!

• original tremolo arm included!