Here for sale we have a Fender MIJ Hank Marvin Signature Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Vintage Fiesta Red finish. Made in Japan in 1996​/​1997, this bolt-on neck constructed guitar consists of a Solid Ash body, a Maple neck, and a 21-fret Maple fingerboard. Other appointments include a 6-Point Vintage Style Tremolo with “Fender” stamped saddles, Pure Vintage style tuners, two Alnico 50’s Reissue Strat pickups, and an upgraded Seymour Duncan 'Custom for Strat' that are wired to a master volume, neck tone control, a middle tone control, and a 5-way pickup selector. The Maple neck plays very well, with the ‘V’ Shape profile feeling nicely slim in the hand and providing effortless playability in all registers. Certainly, the profile helps to facilitate fast and articulate lead lines. The Gloss finish to the rear of the neck is glass-like to the touch and really helps with smooth navigation of the 25.5" scale. The Maple fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with a period-correct 7.25" radius and vintage-style frets ensures an authentically vintage playing experience across the neck. The smooth lines of the Stratocaster body are as comfortable in the arms as ever, ensuring comfort in both standing and seated positions. The two 50’s Reissue Alnico Single-Coils installed in this guitar deliver authentic vintage-inspired tones thanks to their period accurate specification. Pole pieces are staggered for a balanced output, whilst the Alnico magnets are employed to produce a bright, glassy tone. The neck is warm and round, with all of the power needed to push your solos to the front of the mix, and the middle is punchy and clear for those funky tones. The upgraded Seymour Duncan bridge pickup produces a searing output for bright and focussed rock rhythm tones, making for an excellent upgrade.. This is a fantastically authentic vintage-inspired piece that will age very gracefully. Brand- Fender Model- Hank Marvin Signature Stratocaster Finish- Vintage Fiesta Red Year- 1996​/​1997 Made In- Japan Body- Ash Neck- Maple Neck Profile- "V" Fingerboard- Maple Fingerboard Radius- 7.25" Frets- 21 Scale Length- 25.5" Nut Width- 1.64" Pickups- 2x ‘50 Reissue Single Coil with Staggered Pole Pieces (N, M), Seymour Duncan "Custom for Strat" single coil (B) Controls- Volume, 2x Tone, 5-way pickup selector Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.

Verification report

Our ID: 1280725121200 Weight: 7.6lbs Serial: V027896 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall very good condition, light indentation is apparent to the top front edge of the headstock, not piercing the finish. Two instances of moderate indentation is apparent to the rear treble side edge about half way down the headstock. Both of these markings pierce the finish. Neck: Overall very good condition, light playwear is apparent in the early register of the fingerboard that indents but does not pierce the finish. Body: Overall excellent condition, all aspects of the body demonstrate very light scratching and indentations infrequently apparent. These markings are visible only under direct lighting at certain angles, and do not pierce the finish. Condition of Frets: The frets demonstrate moderate signs of use, with indentation in the early register and flattening of the crowns throughout. This does not affect playability. There is moderate material remaining for future fret work. Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (flathead driver) not included. Hardware: Fully functional with very light signs of wear. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.75mm - Bass 2mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 10-46 When bending more than a step in the upper register of the treble strings, the note can choke out. Electrics: Fully functional. The bridge pickup has been replaced for a Seymour Duncan "Custom for Strat" pickup. Case & Accessories Tweed Stronghold hard case The case demonstrates light signs of use.