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The Greatest Guitar Ever Made!

Although I have an appreciation for all guitars, I am absolutely obsessed with the Fender Stratocaster guitar. The look, the feel, and most importantly the seemingly endless spectrum of sounds these guitars produce. 

From the first ones produced by Leo and company in 1954 to the modern-day Stratocasters, this guitar is arguably the most recognized guitar in the world. Many amazing artists have helped propel the Stratocaster to this iconic position. Players like Hendrix, Vaughn, Bonamassa, Gilmore, Guy, Frusciante, Clapton, Harrison, Valens, Malmsteen, Cray, and Dale are just some of the greats and the list goes on and on. However, I believe it always comes back to the Strat itself. How else could so many people play the same guitar and create so many different sounds and genres of music? This guitar must be magic!

In its many configurations the Stratocaster can produce any guitar sound you could ever want - sounds from melodic clarity to barn burning blues and everything in between.

Over time we’ll talk about some of the different models through show and tell. We’ll take them apart and look at the insides. We’ll discover innovations and failures. You’ll see this guitar featured many times throughout our website with demonstrations, articles and more.

I’m excited and I hope all of you are as well. We’re just getting started so come back and visit us often so you don’t miss anything. 

If you are also a fan of the Stratocaster, we would love to hear from you. If you’re not already a fan, there is a strong chance you’re going to change your mind!

Mike

  

The guitar pictured above is a 1982 Fender Stratocaster in Candy Apple Red. Known commonly as "The Strat", this was Fenders most expensive model at the time.

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 If you would like to see more about the Fender Stratocaster, then follow the links below. The content will change from time to time with links to different articles to keep fresh content. 

Weapon Of Choice: Why The Stratocaster Survives

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

Across six decades, the combination of innovative design and talented players has helped the Stratoc

2015 quick read article written by Robert Goldstein and published on NPR

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

 The full story on the Strat's initial groundbreaking years. By Jeff Owens

The History of the Stratocaster: The 1960s

The History of the Fender Stratocaster: The 1950s

The History of the Stratocaster: The 1960s

 From surf to psychedelia, the sixties were the decade that changed everything. By Jeff Owens

How the Strat Came to Have Two Heads

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

The History of the Stratocaster: The 1960s

History lesson written by Jeff Owens describing the headstock change during CBS ownership of Fender.

Ash vs. Alder: What's the Difference?

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

 Get the facts on Fender guitar body woods, Ash and Alder.

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

Stratocaster Buying Guide: Fender Insiders Compare 8 Electric Guitar Models

 Learn about what to consider when buying a Strat® and watch Fender Insiders including guitarists Cory Wong and Melanie Faye play 8 popular models including the Player, Vintera '50s, and Ultra. 

15 Stratocaster Players for the Ages

A Guide to Fender Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickups

15 Stratocaster Players for the Ages

 From Stevie Ray Vaughan to Eric Clapton, here are some Strat slingers that put the famous guitar on the map.  By Mike Duffy

Take Care of Your Guitars

A Guide to Fender Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickups

15 Stratocaster Players for the Ages

 Learn some practical tips on guitar storage. By Jeff Owens

A Guide to Fender Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickups

A Guide to Fender Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickups

A Guide to Fender Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickups

 Take your Strat tone to the next level with brand new PUPs. By Mike Duffy

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