How much is a 1957 Fender Stratocaster?
The February 1957 list price for a Stratocaster with tremolo was $274.50. The current value is $25,000. The amp behind the guitar is a 1957 Model 5E8 Twin (known to collectors as “the low- powered Twin”).
When did Fender Stop using Bakelite?
(The pictures below are Bakelite or Polystyrene parts. They were commonly used by Fender for Strats from 1954 – early 1957. They switched to using ABS plastic in early to mid 1957.)
How much is a 1957 Gibson guitar worth?
The best option to know is to call us at 410-571-9660. We have found that 1950’s Gibson Les Pauls can range in value from $10,000 to $400,000. There are many factors that go into that valuation and we can assist in finding the actual value of your instrument.
What kind of guitar is a 1957 Fender Stratocaster?
Truly loyal to the guitar upon which it is based, the Fender American Vintage ’57 Stratocaster electric guitar was built to the specifications of the actual 1957 Stratocaster. ’57 was a great year for Strat builds, being at the height of the maple-neck era.
What is the serial number range on a Fender Stratocaster 57?
Below is a set of broken bakelite pickup covers. The serial number range for the 57 Fender Strat is generally from 16000 to 25000 (some numbers with a “0” or “-” prefix on the neck plate). If you need to figure out the exact year of your pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster, use the serial number and the general features of the guitar.
What year was the Fender Stratocaster made in Japan?
Model info: Designed after the 1957 version of the Stratocaster, the 1982 ’57 American Vintage Reissue, produced both in Japan and at the U.S. Fullerton plant, was Fender’s look to the past for its stake in the future.
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