{"product_id":"08-2800005752762","title":"[SN US18071578] USED Fender USA \/ American Special Stratocaster HSS Maple Fingerboard Black [3.70 kg \/ Manufactured in 2018] Fender [08]","description":"This is a Fender USA American Special Stratocaster with an HSS configuration and a maple fingerboard, manufactured in 2018.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe American Special is a value-oriented series produced under the concept of “Bringing ‘Made in USA’ to More People.” It features an alder body, a maple neck with a large headstock, a 9.5R fingerboard, jumbo frets, two Texas Special Strat pickups and an Atomic Humbucking pickup, a Greasebucket Tone Circuit to prevent high-end roll-off when the volume is turned down, and a vintage-style tremolo.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile it’s on the more affordable end of the U.S.-made guitar market, its tone and playability rival those of higher-end models. It offers excellent playability and a rich variety of sounds thanks to its powerful humbucker and Texas Special single-coil pickups.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSigns of use are visible (multiple dents on the lower part of the body, minor scratches and scuffs, wear and playing marks, picking marks, a sheen on the back of the neck from playing, and tarnish, pitting, and rust on metal parts and screws, among other cosmetic damage).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nIt was set up upon arrival (cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, string height adjustment, and fret leveling). The frets are at a height that poses no issues for playing, and the truss rod has been verified to function properly up to 60° in both directions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nCondition Grade: B+: Some scratches are present, but the instrument is suitable for normal use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSerial Number: US18071578\u003cbr\u003e \nYear of Manufacture: 2018\u003cbr\u003e \nCountry of Manufacture: United States\u003cbr\u003e \nCase: Hard case (non-original)\u003cbr\u003e \nAccessories: Arm\u003cbr\u003e \nWeight: 3.70 kg\u003cbr\u003e \nTruss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right with no problems\u003cbr\u003e \nRemaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing\u003cbr\u003e \nString Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nString action (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nNut width: 43.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck Shape: Modern \"C\"\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 1st fret: 21.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 12th fret: 22.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nScale: 648 mm (25.5\")\u003cbr\u003e \nRadius: 241 mm (9.5\")\u003cbr\u003e \nStrings at Setup: ERNIE BALL 2223 \/ .009-.042 set\u003cbr\u003e \nRepairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment, fret leveling\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, but updates may not always be in real time.\u003cbr\u003e \nWe sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.","brand":"FENDER USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68081417027836,"sku":"08-2800005752762","price":144560.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2247\/6028\/files\/e4213e243da9497baffb3e0db8a3f167_202610307651511.jpg?v=1793963354","url":"https:\/\/intl.ishibashi.co.jp\/products\/08-2800005752762","provider":"Ishibashi Music Corporation. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}