Fender 1982 Dan Smith Stratocaster - Three-Tone Sunburst with Original Hardshell Case & Original Hang Tags

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This used 8.6lb Fender will ship insured, fully setup, and inspected from our Rapid City, SD location. This guitar is in excellent condition with a few light scratches throughout the instrument. There is also some dings on the fingerboard. For full condition, refer to photos.

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The 1982 Fender Stratocaster, famously known as the “Smith Strat” after Fender’s then-CBS-era director Dan Smith, is a coveted vintage guitar renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and return to traditional Stratocaster features, and it’s available at Haggerty’s Music today! This model, finished in a rich Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst, embodies the transition period for Fender as they shifted back to higher-quality production after the 1970s. With its slim C-shaped neck and vintage-style hardware, this Stratocaster offers a distinctly smooth, classic feel paired with a bright, articulate tone. The "Smith Strat" is particularly celebrated for its clarity and sustain, attributed to a revamped build quality that set a new standard for Fender guitars of its era. Collectors and players alike value the 1982 Stratocaster for its historical significance and unique tonal qualities.

Features/Specs

Body & Finish:

• Body Material: Alder
• Finish: Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst
• Body Shape: Double Cutaway

Neck & Fingerboard:

• Neck Shape: Slim C-shaped profile
• Neck Material: Maple
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Scale Length: 25.5”
• Number of Frets: 21 vintage-style frets

Electronics:

• Pickup Configuration: SSS (Single-Single-Single)
• Pickup Type: Vintage-style Fender single-coil pickups
• Controls: Master volume, two tone controls
• Switching: 5-way pickup selector switch

Hardware:

• Bridge: Vintage-style Fender synchronized tremolo
• Tuning Machines: Fender vintage-style tuning pegs
• Hardware Finish: Chrome

Additional Features:

• Historical Significance: Early 1980s Fender quality transition model, known for enhanced craftsmanship
• Case: Original Hard Shell Case included
• Parts: Additional parts are included