1983 Dan Smith Era Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Gloss Black (Upgraded & Modified)
1983 Dan Smith Era Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Gloss Black (Upgraded & Modified)
Condition: In excellent condition with minimal cosmetic wear. Hard case included.
Photos shown are of the product on hand.
Ref: 32080
Serviced, repaired if needed, and tested by our techs
3 months electrical, 6 months structural warranty
On used gear, excluding misuse, neglect, unreasonable wear and service items like strings. On top of your rights under consumer law.
Afterpay available on this one
Interest-free layby in store (20% deposit, up to 3 months) · Afterpay up to A$4,000, in store and online · Zip above A$4,000
7-day change-of-mind returns
From the day you receive it. A 20% restocking fee applies, and you pay return postage. Not for strings or mouth-played items. Faulty? No fee, and we pay postage. Returns policy
Pickup available at 16 Chrome Street
Usually ready in 2 hours
See it in person first? Ask to try it at the shop. Quote Ref: 32080.
Key details
- Comes with original hardcase, strap and dehumidifier.
Overview
The Fender 1983 Stratocaster from the Dan Smith era marks a pivotal point in Fender’s history, representing a return to classic design and improved craftsmanship after the CBS years. Built in Fullerton, California, it features an alder body, smaller pre-CBS headstock, 4-bolt neck plate, and vintage-style single-coil pickups delivering the iconic Strat tone with exceptional clarity and response.
Highly sought after for its limited production run and transitional features, this model bridges the vintage and modern eras of Fender, making it a collector’s favourite for both tone and historical significance.
Specs
| Year | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Made in | Fullerton, United States |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Finsh | Gloss black |
| Scale length | 25.5" |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Construction | Bolt-on neck with 4-bolt neck plate (return from 3-bolt) |
| Fretboard Material | Maple |
| Fret Count | 21 stainless steel frets (upgraded) |
| Headstock | Smaller “pre-CBS style” headstock redesign introduced under Dan Smith era |
| Saddle | Upgraded graphtec saddles |
| Pickups | 2x original single coil pickups on the neck and middle, bridge pickup is upgraded with a 1985 Seymour Duncan Hot Rail |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Notes | Return to 4-bolt neck plate, removal of large headstock, body contour refinements, improved build quality under Dan Smith’s direction |
| Serial number | E318267 |
Condition & Warranty
Tested and under warranty. Every preloved item is serviced, repaired if needed, and tested by our techs before it goes on sale. Used gear comes with our warranty: 3 months for electrical faults and 6 months for structural faults. It excludes misuse, neglect, unreasonable wear and service items such as strings and batteries. It's on top of your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
7-day change-of-mind returns. From the day you receive it, on new and preloved gear. It must come back as you received it. A 20% restocking fee applies, and you pay return postage. Not for strings or anything played with the mouth. If it's faulty, the fee never applies, your Australian Consumer Law rights apply, and we pay return postage. Returns policy
Shipping. Free standard shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199 and under 5kg, with an express option at checkout for most items. Guitars over A$2,000 ship free by courier to Qld, NSW, Vic, ACT and Tas, and half price to SA, WA and NT. Preloved items usually ship the same day or within 72 hours.
