{"product_id":"fender-american-vintage-ii-1965-stratocaster-candy-apple-red","title":"Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster, Candy Apple Red Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster in Candy Apple Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for players who want an authentically vintage-focused Strat rather than a modern guitar simply dressed in retro styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA, it recreates a fascinating transitional period in Stratocaster history with an \u003cstrong\u003ealder body, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish, 1965 “C” maple neck, 7.25-inch round-laminated rosewood fingerboard and 21 vintage-tall frets\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003ePure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom Stratocaster single-coil pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver the clear, expressive SSS character at the heart of the design, while period-inspired hardware includes a Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo, bent steel saddles and single-line Fender Deluxe tuning machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in rich \u003cstrong\u003eCandy Apple Red\u003c\/strong\u003e and supplied with a vintage-style black hard case with orange interior, this is a serious choice for players who value authentic mid-'60s Fender specifications, traditional playing feel and American-made construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zg-eJSm_SpE?si=Hnvn4WT6C3vHIzeU\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A 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Single-Coils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Vintage Tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage-Style Black Hard Case with Orange Interior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriod-focused recreation of a 1965 Stratocaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage Fender enthusiasts, blues, rock, soul, pop and traditional Strat players\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster in Candy Apple Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-style black hard case with orange interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery new guitar sold through Fair Deal Music is checked before leaving us, with attention given to the instrument's electronics, controls, hardware and general playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a vintage-focused guitar such as the American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster, the traditional neck radius, tremolo design and vintage-style hardware make a good setup particularly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any wooden instrument, setup can shift slightly during delivery as the guitar responds to changes in \u003cstrong\u003etemperature and humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you need advice on action, neck relief, tremolo setup, string gauge or general maintenance, our experienced team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic 1965-Inspired Specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II range is designed around specific historical Fender eras rather than a general vintage aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model focuses on \u003cstrong\u003e1965\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining the correct style of round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, transition-era visual details, vintage hardware and year-specific pickup voicing into a deliberately traditional Stratocaster platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom Pickups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003ePure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom Single-Coil Strat pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e form the tonal centre of the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are built around period-inspired materials and construction principles to deliver the clarity, attack and expressive response associated with mid-1960s Stratocaster sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRound-Laminated Rosewood Fingerboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eround-laminated rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e is an important period detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using the thicker slab-style rosewood board found on earlier Stratocasters, Fender recreates the curved laminated construction associated with this stage of the model's development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7.25-Inch Vintage Radius\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e7.25\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the neck a noticeably more curved feel than the 9.5\", 12\" or compound radii found on many modern guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who enjoy vintage Fender ergonomics, particularly traditional chord work, blues phrasing and classic rhythm playing, this is a major part of the instrument's appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNitrocellulose Lacquer Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alder body and maple neck use \u003cstrong\u003egloss nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing the vintage-focused construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNitro finishes are strongly associated with Fender's historic instruments and also allow the appearance of the guitar to develop naturally through years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage-Style Tremolo And Tuners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo uses bent steel saddles and a period-inspired design, while the single-line \u003cstrong\u003eFender Deluxe tuning machines\u003c\/strong\u003e complete the mid-'60s specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are not merely cosmetic additions; they help preserve the traditional feel and adjustment style expected from a vintage-style Stratocaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican Vintage II Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandy Apple Red finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlder Stratocaster body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloss nitrocellulose lacquer body finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaple neck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic 1965 “C” neck profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound-laminated rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.25\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e21 vintage-tall frets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger white pearloid dot position markers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25.5\" scale length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBone nut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom Strat pickups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional SSS pickup configuration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive-position blade selector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Tone controls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Vintage synchronized tremolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBent steel saddles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Vintage single-line Fender Deluxe tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree-ply eggshell pickguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-style neck plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrome and nickel-plated steel hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-style hard case included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster vs American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e represents an earlier stage in Strat history, using a maple fingerboard, “V”-style neck and Pure Vintage '57 pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1965 model is the better choice if you favour \u003cstrong\u003erosewood under the fingers, a rounded 1965 “C” profile and the slightly later visual and pickup character of a mid-'60s Strat\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the '57 if a one-piece maple-style feel and 1950s Fender aesthetic are more important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster vs American Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed as a contemporary working Fender, with modern ergonomics, V-Mod II pickups and a more modern tremolo and neck specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II goes in almost the opposite direction. Its 7.25\" radius, 21 frets, vintage hardware, nitro finish and year-specific pickups are aimed at players who actively want traditional Fender feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Professional II for modern versatility; choose the American Vintage II for historical authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster vs Player II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer II Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e offers modern Fender playability at a considerably more accessible level, with a 9.5\" radius, 22 medium-jumbo frets and Player Series Alnico V pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II is aimed at a different buyer. Its USA construction, nitro finish, year-specific pickup set and period-correct hardware make it the stronger option when vintage specification is the reason you are buying the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster vs Modern SSS Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modern SSS Strat will normally give you flatter fingerboard geometry, larger frets and hardware designed around contemporary setup preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1965 model intentionally avoids those changes. Choose it when you want the \u003cstrong\u003efeel, response and control layout of a vintage-style Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e, not simply the appearance of one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is particularly well suited to players who know they enjoy traditional Fender specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent option for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Stratocaster enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced Fender players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who prefer 7.25\" fingerboard radii\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who enjoy rosewood-board Stratocasters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic rock players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoul and R\u0026amp;B musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional pop guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudio musicians looking for vintage-inspired Strat sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors wanting a period-focused production Fender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers considering vintage Fender instruments but wanting a new guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who specifically value nitrocellulose lacquer finishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing between an \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Vintage II, American Professional II or Player II Stratocaster?\u003c\/strong\u003eOur experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres And Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster is naturally suited to music where traditional single-coil articulation and dynamic playing response matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck pickup is an obvious choice for \u003cstrong\u003eblues, expressive lead work and warmer clean sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the bridge provides the sharper attack required for rock and more aggressive rhythm playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intermediate pickup combinations work especially well for \u003cstrong\u003esoul, funk, R\u0026amp;B, pop and clean rhythm work\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the distinctive textured Stratocaster sounds that sit naturally around vocals and other instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts vintage radius and fret specification will particularly appeal to guitarists whose technique centres on traditional chord work, controlled bends, melodic phrasing and dynamic rhythm playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes A 1965 Stratocaster Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1965 sits at an interesting point in Fender history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy this stage, the Stratocaster had moved away from the maple-fingerboard specification associated with its earliest years and was using a \u003cstrong\u003eround-laminated rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model also recreates recognisable mid-'60s details including the larger pearl-style position dots, transition-era Fender logo treatment and gray-bottom style pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor modern buyers, those features matter because the American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster is not simply labelled “vintage”. It recreates a particular period with a specific neck shape, fingerboard construction, hardware style and electronics package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender Stratocaster first appeared in \u003cstrong\u003e1954\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the instrument continued to evolve throughout the following decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1965, the Strat had already moved through several important design changes. Rosewood fingerboards had replaced the all-maple appearance of the earliest models, and the thinner round-laminated rosewood construction had become part of Fender production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe period also saw changes in logos, position markers, pickup construction and other small details that now help enthusiasts distinguish one era of vintage Fender production from another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster is designed around that transitional moment. Rather than combining features from several decades, Fender uses the 1965 specification as its reference point, giving players a way to experience the style of a mid-'60s Stratocaster without entering the vintage guitar market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Recommended Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster uses conventional passive electronics, making it easy to integrate into virtually any traditional guitar rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pairs particularly well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender valve amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-style combo amps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean and edge-of-breakup amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverdrive pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuzz 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Interior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster uses \u003cstrong\u003epassive single-coil electronics and requires no battery or external power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect it to your amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or audio interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e¼-inch instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict 🎵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster in Candy Apple Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is for players who genuinely want a vintage Fender experience rather than simply vintage-inspired looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts standout combination is the \u003cstrong\u003e1965 “C” neck, 7.25\" round-laminated rosewood fingerboard and Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, they give the guitar a very different personality from a contemporary Player or American Professional Strat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experienced players, vintage Fender enthusiasts, blues and classic rock guitarists, collectors and musicians who prefer traditional Stratocaster feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Player and Player II Stratocasters, American Professional models, vintage-inspired Squier instruments and other modern Strat-style guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fender-style valve amplifiers, overdrive, fuzz, compression, delay and spring-style reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buy this model because you actively want its vintage geometry. The 7.25\" radius and 21-fret neck are an important part of its character, not specifications intended to imitate a modern Strat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the sort of Strat that immediately makes sense to someone who likes older Fender necks. The nitro finish, curved rosewood board and vintage hardware give it a much more traditional experience than Fender's modern professional ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our Birmingham showroom, our knowledgeable musician-led team helps guitarists choose instruments based on what will genuinely suit their playing, sound and budget. Whether you're choosing your first American-made Fender, moving towards a more vintage specification or comparing American Vintage II models, we're happy to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large Birmingham showroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtensive experience with new, pre-owned and vintage Fender guitars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The American Vintage II range is Fender's USA-made vintage-focused production series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does round-laminated rosewood mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using a thick flat-bottomed slab of rosewood, the fingerboard is shaped as a thinner curved laminate over the maple neck. This construction reflects the style used by Fender during the mid-1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a 7.25-inch fingerboard radius difficult to play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily. It simply feels more curved than a modern 9.5\" or 12\" fingerboard. Many players particularly enjoy it for chord work and traditional Fender playing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are vintage-tall frets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-tall frets combine a relatively traditional narrow fret width with additional height. They help retain a period-inspired feel while giving the player enough fret height for expressive bending and vibrato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the Pure Vintage '65 pickups noiseless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They are traditional Stratocaster single-coil pickups and therefore retain the characteristics, including potential single-coil hum, associated with vintage-style pickup construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this guitar suitable for modern rock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, provided you enjoy the vintage neck geometry. The pickups work very well with overdrive, distortion and fuzz, but the guitar deliberately feels more traditional than a contemporary high-performance instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between this and the American Professional II Stratocaster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II is designed around modern professional playability. 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