What year is Fender 50th anniversary?
2004
The Fender 50th Anniversary Stratocaster appeared in 2004, commemorating the appearance of the Fender Stratocaster in 1954. At the time, the Stratocaster was intended as an upgrade or replacement to the very successful Telecaster, but wound up being equally popular siblings.
How much is a Fender Strat worth?
Fender Stratocasters are the most expensive, ranging from $500-$2500, with the most popular Fender American Professional Stratocaster costing around $1500. Squier Stratocasters are more affordable versions which range from roughly $180-$500.
How much did a Fender Stratocaster cost in 1955?
RIGHT: The Stratocaster’s synchronized tremolo and contour body were radical features when the model was introduced in 1954, so it’s no surprise that each is noted on the headstock. The Strat’s original owner bought it new in November of 1955 for $317.
What pickups are in the 50th anniversary Stratocaster?
The 50th Anniversary American Deluxe Series Stratocaster also features three single-coil Fender Samarium Cobalt Noiseless pickups and S-1 Switching, making this one of the most versatile guitar models Fender has ever made.
Who owns the Stratocaster #0001?
It was for sure built in 1954, making it one of the first Stratocasters, but in fact the first Strat ever built is printed with the serial 0100 and is currently owned by George Gruhn, vintage guitar aficionado and owner of Gruhn’s Guitars in Nashville.
What is the most sought after Fender Stratocaster?
Similarly to first-issue books, the 1954 Stratocaster is the most collectible compared to all of the other years. Strats from ’54 are being sold for $100,000 or more. And sometimes it’s much more — at the time of publication, Reverb.com had a 1954 Stratocaster with a listed price of $225,000.
How much is a 1957 Fender Strat worth?
In 1956 Fender replaced the earlier Bakelite-style knobs and pickup covers with a more flexible and durable plastic. The February 1957 list price for a Stratocaster with tremolo was $274.50. The current value is $25,000.
How much is a vintage Stratocaster worth?
We have found that 1960’s Fender Stratocasters can range in value from $4,500 to $100,000.