The Japan - made Traditional series combines Fender's classic instrument - making aesthetics with refined Japanese craftsmanship, delivering reliable quality. This 2023 Limited Edition MIJ Traditional 60s Stratocaster® in Aged Dakota Red features a gloss - finished basswood body and 21 vintage - style frets. The 9.5 - inch radius 'U' shape maple neck offers a unique traditional performance. The 6 - saddle vintage - style Synchronized Tremolo bridge and the original pick - up selected for the series produce a realistic and musical vintage tone. The narrow nut width is ideal for Japanese players. This guitar reproduces the aged look of Fender's original color, with a rich, deepening hue over time. It reflects excellent guitar craftsmanship and flexible responses to players' needs. Specifications include a Stratocaster® body shape, basswood body material, gloss polyester finish, 'U' shape neck profile, rosewood fretboard, 9.5' (241 mm) fretboard radius, 25.5' (64.77 cm) scale length, 21 vintage frets, white dot inlays, vintage - style single - coil Strat® pickups, 6 - saddle vintage - style Synchronized Tremolo bridge, 3 - ply mintgreen pickguard, nickel - plated steel strings (.009 -.042 gauges), vintage - style tuning machines, nickel/chrome hardware finish, and comes with a gig bag.
Using this Fender Japan Traditional II 60s Stratocaster is a breeze. Just pick it up and start strumming. The narrow nut width makes it easy for your fingers to move around the fretboard, especially for Japanese players. When you want to create different tones, use the pickups. The bridge, middle, and neck pickups give you a range of vintage - style sounds. For the tremolo bridge, you can use it to add vibrato to your playing, but be gentle when you're moving it. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in the provided gig bag when you're not using it to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe the strings with a soft cloth after each use to prevent rust. If you notice the tuning is off, use the vintage - style tuning machines to adjust it. Make sure to store your guitar in a place with stable temperature and humidity to avoid damage to the wood and other components.
