The Fender American Vintage II 1973 Stratocaster brings the unmistakable vibe of the early ’70s Strat into the modern era — complete with the look, feel, and sound that made this period so distinctive in Fender’s history. Finished in a sleek Olympic White over a resonant ash body, this Strat delivers all the bright, articulate punch you’d expect from the era, with just enough low-end definition to keep it balanced and musical.
The 3-bolt maple neck and matching maple fingerboard feel instantly familiar, sporting a comfortable ’73 “C” profile and gloss finish that gives it that unmistakable vintage sheen. The 9.5” radius and medium jumbo frets add a modern touch that makes bends and fast runs smoother than ever.
Under the hood, a trio of Pure Vintage ’73 single-coils capture all the sparkle, snap, and subtle mid-scoop that defined the sound of the decade. And thanks to the clever S-1 switch hidden in the master volume, you can add the neck pickup to any position — unlocking tones you won’t find on a traditional Strat. From glassy cleans to biting leads, this one has the entire ’70s tonal palette covered.
Other period-correct appointments — like the synchronized tremolo with “ash tray” cover, Pure Vintage “F” tuners, and a parchment pickguard with aged knobs — make this Strat look like it time-traveled straight from a ’73 stage setup. It’s all packed in a vintage-style black case with plush orange interior, making this Limited Edition Strat a true tribute to one of Fender’s boldest decades.
Features:
Body: Ash with gloss polyurethane finish
Color: Olympic White
Neck: Maple, 1973 “C” profile with gloss polyurethane finish
Neck Construction: 3-Bolt with Micro-Tilt™ adjustment
Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5” radius with black dot inlays
Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo
Scale Length: 25.5”
Nut: Bone, 1.650” width
Pickups: Pure Vintage ’73 Single-Coil Strat® (Neck, Middle, Bridge)
Electronics: Master Volume (S-1 adds neck pickup), Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge)
Switching: 5-way blade
Bridge: American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo with “ash tray” cover
Tuners: Pure Vintage Fender “F” Stamped
Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment with aged white knobs and switch tip
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Case: Vintage-style black case with orange plush interior
