Fender Japan ST57-55 1986 #E636031

$702.00

Description

A popular model from Fender Japan that follows the 1950s Stratocaster design, the "ST57-55" has arrived in stock. The weight is 3.41kg. The neck pocket bears the markings "ST-57-55" and "3-18-86," which leads us to determine this is a 1986 manufactured "ST57-55".

Based on the E series and "MADE IN JAPAN" marking, it was manufactured between 1984 and 1987, which is consistent with the neck. Fender Japan products from this period were assembled and manufactured at Fujigen, maintaining stable quality and excellent cost-performance, while achieving contemporary playability that adapts to various styles.

It features a Basswood body with a Maple neck and Maple fretboard with 21 frets. The pickups have no markings on the back, so replacement history is unknown, but the wiring was defective upon arrival, so we have completely replaced the pots and re-wired the instrument. The controls are simple, with the two tone controls affecting the front and center pickups only, with no effect on the rear. The single-ply pickguard is also characteristic of the '57 specifications.

The neck grip has just the right thickness—not too fat, not too thin. It feels different from recent American Standard or American Professional models. We have already set it up in-house, so the current play condition is excellent, making it perfect for players who want to play hard. As a Stratocaster from a period that is becoming Japan Vintage, I think it's a great instrument that can be used casually.

This is a model where Japanese craftsmen carefully and accurately inherited the essence of old Fenders with attention to detail, reproduced in various aspects. Please take this opportunity.

BODY: BASSWOOD / NECK : MAPLE OVAL TYPE, 324 SCALE
FRETBOARD: MAPLE 184R, 21F
PICKUPS: ST-VINTAGE x 3
CONTROLS & SWITCH:1VOL / 2TONE / 5WAY SW
BRIDGE: DIECAST BLOCK VINTAGE
COLOR: BLK

【Accessories】Fender leather soft case, arm

【Appearance & Condition】In addition to dulling of parts, there are scratches, dents, and small dents throughout the neck and body sides, showing signs of use. None of these affect playability.

【Truss Rod】Good clearance

【Frets】Approximately 50% or more remaining (no significant impact on playability)

【Neck】Straight

【Nut Width】Approximately 43mm

・If buzzing, choking, or other issues significantly affecting playability are found, we will always note them. If there is no such notation, we consider the play condition to have no problems.
・If "Original" or "Replacement" is not specified, we do not make definitive statements regarding specifications or condition.
・Regarding the truss rod, from a product protection standpoint, we only check up to approximately 45 degrees in both the tightening and loosening directions. (The notation "Good clearance" indicates there is approximately 45 degrees of clearance in both directions.)
・The posted content is as of the time of listing. There may be variations due to seasonal or aging changes.
・Accessories are limited to those shown in the posted photos and listed on the product page.
・As we conduct simultaneous sales at our storefront, the item may be sold or under negotiation.
・We are unable to accommodate time zone specifications for product delivery.

・For any other questions or if you wish to try the instrument, please contact us via our inquiry form or email address (mion-gakki@mion.tokyo).
・Our business hours are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (11:00–18:30).