Fender American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster Vintage Blonde

Fender AV II 57 STRAT MN VBL American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster in Vintage Blonde!

The American Vintage II series brings Fender's icons from the 50s, 60s, and 70s back. And when Fender says "vintage," they don’t just mean the look. They actually build the instruments exactly to the specifications of the original models that have inspired musicians across all genres for generations.

The Fender American Vintage II series not only visually follows the historic designs that made music history. Many era-typical details have been precisely reproduced: bodies, necks, and hardware, premium finishes, as well as pickups carefully tuned to the tone of the original model year. Thanks to traditional Fender craftsmanship, each instrument embodies the authentic character and sound of its original counterpart.

The 1957 Stratocaster

With its seductive curves, sparkling clear sounds, and groundbreaking tremolo bridge, the Fender 1954 Stratocaster was a phenomenon on the market. The world had never seen or heard anything like it! By 1957, the Stratocaster had evolved and is still considered a masterpiece of half a century.

Three Pure Vintage '57 Stratocaster pickups, the flowing body shape, and an outstandingly playable neck in V-profile with a 7.25" radius maple fretboard—this is what the American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster offers in tone and feel, true to the original. Additional details include a historically accurate synchronized tremolo with cold-rolled steel block and bent steel saddles, "Fender Deluxe" single-line tuners, and a single-ply pickguard.

Glossy Nitrocellulose Finish

Nitrocellulose lacquer was used on Fender guitars and basses in the 50s and 60s. It’s a very lightweight premium finish that doesn’t impair but rather supports the instrument’s natural resonance characteristics.

Ash Body

Ash features beautiful grain and develops a very musical resonance. The wood supports a warm, clear tone with clean highs and punchy mids.

Maple Fretboard with 7.25" Radius

The 7.25" radius fretboard offers a comfortable, "typical vintage" playing feel. Vintage tall frets make precise bending easier.

1957 V-Profile Neck

The neck profiles of vintage instruments vary significantly. This is because Fender developed several variations over the decades. Each instrument in the American Vintage II series is equipped with the exact neck profile of the original model.

Pure Vintage '57 Stratocaster Pickups

The Pure Vintage pickups are precisely designed and tuned to the sound and performance of the original model year. Their construction and materials are identical to the pickups from Fender’s golden years, including cloth-covered wires, vulcanized fiber bobbins, and Alnico magnets.

The American Vintage II series brings classic Fender models back in their original form. Ideal for musicians who love vintage tone and feel and appreciate the highest quality—down to the last screw.

Fender American Vintage II. The Stuff Legends Are Made Of!