{"product_id":"fender-american-vintage-ii-1961-stratocaster-fiesta-red-used-excellent","title":"Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster - Fiesta Red (Used, Excellent)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to Cottonwood Music Emporium! Up for sale is a stunning \u003cb\u003eFender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster\u003c\/b\u003e finished in a vibrant, period-correct Fiesta Red gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. Designed for players with a fine appreciation for authentic Fender tone and feel, this instrument captures the quintessential essence of the original early '60s Stratocaster. From the premium alder body to the meticulously voiced pickups, this guitar is built with unmatched quality down to the very last screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific Stratocaster features a medium 1961 \u003cb\u003e\"C\"\u003c\/b\u003e-shaped maple neck mated to a gorgeous 7.25-inch radius slab rosewood fingerboard, offering a comfortable and truly vintage playing experience. Plugged in, the trio of Pure Vintage 1961 Stratocaster pickups deliver that unmistakable, chimey bell-like tone that put the Strat on the map. Weighing in at a comfortable 7lbs 14.2oz, it resonates beautifully and is ready for the stage or studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure Vintage '61 Pickups:\u003c\/b\u003e Three meticulously voiced single-coil pickups engineered to reproduce the authentic, sparkling vintage Strat tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriod-Correct Neck:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961 \"C\" shape maple neck with a 7.25-inch radius slab rosewood fingerboard and vintage tall frets for classic playability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo with a cold rolled steel block and bent steel saddles, plus single-line \"Fender Deluxe\" tuners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Beautiful Fiesta Red in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer that allows the wood to breathe and will age gracefully over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Package:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the original Fender hardshell case, the chrome bridge cover, and all factory case candy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/b\u003e V2445501\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufactured Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/2025 (United States)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 7lbs 14.2oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBody Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeck Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Maple (1961 \"C\" Shape)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeck Measurements:\u003c\/b\u003e Width: 1.68\" at Nut \/ 2.05\" at 12th Fret | Depth: .83\" at 1st Fret \/ .93\" at 12th Fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/b\u003e Slab Rosewood, 7.25\" Radius, Clay Dot Inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrets:\u003c\/b\u003e 21, Vintage Tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePickups:\u003c\/b\u003e 3x Pure Vintage '61 Single-Coil Strat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControls:\u003c\/b\u003e Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck\/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge), 5-Way Blade Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePickguard:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-Ply Mint Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is in \u003cb\u003eExcellent\u003c\/b\u003e condition. It has been incredibly well cared for and shows minimal signs of use. The Fiesta Red nitrocellulose finish remains glossy and vibrant without major blemishes. The frets have plenty of life left, the neck is straight, and all electronics function perfectly without any static or scratching. It includes the original Fender case and all original case candy. Please review all provided photos to fully evaluate the cosmetic condition of this beautiful instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49215719276799,"sku":"Fender AV II 1961 -lopez09152026","price":1849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1110\/3544\/files\/medium_f407f9c6-173e-465d-b90e-d3ba346b8dee.jpg?v=1789503466","url":"https:\/\/www.cottonwoodmusicemporium.com\/products\/fender-american-vintage-ii-1961-stratocaster-fiesta-red-used-excellent","provider":"Cottonwood Music Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}