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General| Model | '57 Stratocaster |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Alder |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Material | Maple |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Fret Style | Vintage-Style |
| Pickup Configuration | SSS |
| Tuners | Vintage-Style |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Neck Shape | Soft "V" |
| Fingerboard Radius | 7.25" (184.1 mm) |
| Controls | Master volume, 2 tone controls |
| Pickup Switching | 5-way blade |
| Bridge | Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Strings | Fender USA Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges) |
Describes the headstock design for tuning and string retention.
Details the maple neck, graduated for comfort and speed, with a truss rod.
Explains the three pickups and their adjustment screws for tone balance.
Notes the convenient placement and storage of the tremolo arm.
Outlines the functions of the switch for different playing styles.
States the volume control affects all pickup positions.
Describes how tone controls modify pickup sound based on selector position.
Highlights the body's ergonomic shape for player comfort and arm rest.
Explains adjusting bridge position for accurate string intonation and tuning.
Describes case hardened and chromed metal parts for durability.
Details the construction and protective qualities of the hard shell case.
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