USED Fender / 1974 Stratocaster with Natural Maple Fingerboard [05]

A 1974 Stratocaster has arrived!

A vintage model with the distinctive presence unique to the CBS era. Featuring a natural-finish ash body paired with a one-piece maple neck, this guitar exudes the authentic charm of that era. In particular, the imposing large headstock—a signature feature of 1970s Fender guitars—creates a striking stage presence and a look that really stands out.

In terms of sound, this guitar is characterized by the fast attack and clear articulation resulting from the combination of the ash body and maple neck. Each note has a distinct contour, allowing you to enjoy a crisp, clean sound during chord work and strumming. Furthermore, paired with the gray-bobbin single-coil pickups, it offers excellent high-end clarity and produces a powerful, well-defined tone even when the amp is driven.

Another appealing feature of this model is its lightweight design at just 3.35 kg. It ranks among the lighter ash-body Stratocasters of its era, successfully balancing excellent playability with a rich, resonant tone. It also offers superb responsiveness, directly reflecting the nuances of your picking—a feature that adds to its appeal.

In addition to CBS-era-specific features such as the 3-bolt neck joint and micro-tilt mechanism, the powerful look of the large headstock and the sharp, clear sound characteristic of an ash body evoke the rock scene of that era. It pairs well not only with clean tones but also with heavily driven rock sounds, making it a great choice for fans of hard rock and classic rock from the 1970s onward.

This guitar combines the classic vintage Fender style, a crisp, clear sound, and the distinctive presence of the Large Head era. It’s a practical vintage guitar that lets you fully experience the charm of 1970s Stratocasters.

Model: Fender Stratocaster
Year: 1974
Finish: Natural
Body: Ash
Neck: 1-Piece Maple Neck
Fingerboard: Maple
Neck Joint: 3-Bolt Micro-Tilt
Pickups: Gray Bobbin Single Coils (173974)
Controls: 1 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Selector
Pot Codes: CTS 137743X
Serial Number: 578765
Weight: 3.35 kg

Condition: B+: Has some minor scratches, but is in good working condition for normal use

Serial Number: 578765
Year of Manufacture: 1974
Country of Manufacture: United States
Case: Hard case
Accessories: Tonearm
Weight: 3.35 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right with no problems
Remaining Fret Life: Defects present; replacement should be considered during the next repair
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String action (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 40.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.9 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 22.5 mm
Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
RADIUS: 184 mm (7.25")
Strings at Setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 / .010-.046 set
Repairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment

* 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.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives.

* This item is a one-of-a-kind product, and we are listing it 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.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.