1971 Fender Stratocaster, Sunburst + OHSC
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Summary
Model: Stratocaster
Year: 1971
Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst
Modifications: Refretted, changed nut, changed switch (original retained)
Weight: 3.338
Case: OHSC
Fingerboard: Maple
Body Wood: Alder
Neck Wood: Maple
Tuners: Correct F-Plate
Pickups: Correct grey bottom
Hardware: Correct
Neck Profile: Large C
Nut Width: 40.2
Neck Depth 1: 22.6
Neck Depth 12: 25.3
Pots: Correct CTS, matching codes
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.
1971 Fender Stratocaster, Sunburst + OHSC
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Clean, 4-bolt, Maple neck '71 Fender Stratocaster in its original 3-tone sunburst. A really attractive example with a beautifully aged finish, and a rich, vibrant patina that speaks to decades of care and minimal wear.
One of the first things to note is this Strat's neck profile, which is on the chunkier side, but is all the better for it. It's a really nice smooth C profile and it feels great in the hand, offering both comfort and resonance to the instrument overall. The green ink neck stamp, typical of the era is no longer legible but all specs conform to the period. A pro refret, changed nut and good setup make this guitar a very nice playing example with an excellent feel.
The electronics have been kept largely original, equipped with the correct grey-bottom pickups with staggered, non-beveled pole pieces and spring height adjusters. These pickups produce a bright, articulate tone with the signature Fender sparkle, while the neck and middle pickups offer a warm, balanced sound, and the bridge pickup delivers that biting, cutting tone that Strats are known for. The pickups measure 5.32k at the neck, 5.34k in the middle, and 5.69k at the bridge, and the sound is well balanced across all positions. All 3 CTS pots date to the 52nd week of 1970 and with the exception of some slightly messy solder on the volume pot, the guitar's wiring appears stock.
An added 5-way switch improves the tonal versatility, with the original 3-way switch included in the case. Hardware is all present and correct; the original "F" tuners function well, the correct Pat pend Nickel saddles, correct bridge and two piece die cast trem unit.
Weighing in at a comfortable 3.3kg, this Stratocaster is well-balanced, unlike many of the period. Whether you're looking for a collectible vintage Fender or simply seeking an incredible-playing guitar, this Strat delivers on both fronts. The combination of its classic 3-tone sunburst finish, superb tonal qualities, and a neck that plays like a dream make it an outstanding example of a very well cared for 4-bolt neck Strat.
Comes complete with its original hard case, bridge cover, and tremolo arm.
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Summary
Model: Stratocaster
Year: 1971
Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst
Modifications: Refretted, changed nut, changed switch (original retained)
Weight: 3.338
Case: OHSC
Fingerboard: Maple
Body Wood: Alder
Neck Wood: Maple
Tuners: Correct F-Plate
Pickups: Correct grey bottom
Hardware: Correct
Neck Profile: Large C
Nut Width: 40.2
Neck Depth 1: 22.6
Neck Depth 12: 25.3
Pots: Correct CTS, matching codes
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.
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