Fender Stratocaster User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
For Fender Guitars

Fender Stratocaster Specifications

General

Neck Material	Maple
Frets	21 or 22
Hardware	Chrome
Body Material	Alder, Ash
Fingerboard Material	Maple, Rosewood
Scale Length	25.5 inches
Bridge	Synchronized Tremolo
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Controls	1 Volume, 2 Tone
Nut Width	1.650 inches

Summary

Fender History and Milestones

Fender Product Innovation

Guitar Features and Specifications

Accessing Technical Specifications

Details on finding comprehensive specifications and support information on fender.com.

Factory Setup and Initial Adjustments

Setup Notes and Warranty Responsibility

Guidance on guitar setup, adjustments, and understanding product warranty terms.

Guitar Component Identification

Fender Guitar Model Showcase

Electric Guitar Setup Guide

Changing Guitar Strings

Instructions for replacing guitar strings to maintain sound quality and feel.

Setting Guitar Intonation

Procedure for adjusting guitar intonation for accurate pitch across the fretboard.

Truss Rod Adjustment Guide

Method for adjusting the truss rod to correct neck curvature and string tension.

Adjusting String Height

Guidance on setting string height (action) for comfortable playing and tone.

Pickup Height Tuning

Steps to adjust pickup height for optimal sound output and balance.

Guitar Care and Maintenance Tips

Fender Service and Contact Information

Important Product Safety Warnings