Hall of Fame: 1996 Fender American Standard Stratocaster in Sunburst

Hall of Fame: 1996 Fender American Standard Stratocaster in Sunburst

Vincent Barras

The Fender American Standard Stratocaster from 1996 delivers the classic Stratocaster sound and feel that has defined electric guitar tone for decades. Featuring a comfortable modern neck profile, smooth tremolo system, and three single-coil pickups, it offers bright cleans, glassy highs, and articulate response across styles from blues to rock. Finished in a timeless sunburst, this mid-90s USA made Strat is a highly regarded example of Fender’s consistent build quality and playability from the era.

  • Year: 1996
  • Made in: United States
  • Body Material: Alder
  • Finish: Brown sunburst
  • Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)\
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Fretboard Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
  • Fret Count: 22 medium jumbo frets with white dot inlays
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
  • Pickups: American Standard Single-Coil Strat - Bridge, middle, and neck. SSS configuration
  • Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck Pickup), Tone 2 TBX™ (Middle/Bridge Pickups)
  • Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
  • Bridge: American Standard
  • Tuners: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
  • Serial Number: N6174514
  • Date Sold: 24/04/2026
  • Sold For: $1,950 AUD
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