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Shinko Music [Autumn Super Sale] Stratocaster Authority [Book]

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The Fender Stratocaster, the most iconic electric guitar model, is celebrating its 60th anniversary.
This is the definitive Stratocaster research mook that provides a thorough chronological explanation of the evolution of each model released over the 30 years from its birth in 1954 to 1984!

Based on the many years of research and dedication of author Yasumasa Imai, a renowned authority on vintage guitars, and with the cooperation of various guitar shops, this latest updated edition of our Stratocaster research and appreciation book is packed with content that rivals our previously published works such as "Strato Seventies," "Mustang Authority," and "Telecaster Authority." It features a wealth of photographs of actual Stratocasters from various years, including the first 1954 model, as well as detailed (disassembled) images.

The book is packed with photos and data that thoroughly elucidate the specifications and evolution of the instrument itself, so it is sure to be enjoyed by a wide range of people, from Stratocaster enthusiasts and users to collectors and connoisseurs who have a passion for this type of guitar research book.

[CONTENTS]
History and Analysis of FENDER STRATOCASTER
Transition and development from the earliest model to the variation model

Made in 1954
Made in 1955
Made in 1956
Made in 1957
Made in 1958
Made in 1959 [Maple fingerboard]
Made in 1959 [Rosewood fingerboard]
Made in 1960
Made in 1961
Made in 1962
Made in 1963
Made in 1964
Made in 1965
Made in 1966
Made in 1967
Made in 1968
Made in 1969
Made in 1970
Made in 1971 [4-point fastening]
Made in 1971 [3-point fastening]
Made in 1972
Made in 1973
Made in 1974
Made in 1975
Made in 1976
Made in 1977
Made in 1978-1979
Made in 1980
Made in 1981
Made in 1982

Anniversary Stratocaster
The Strat
Walnut Super Strat
Gold Stratocaster
Standard Stratocaster
Elite Stratocaster
Vintage Stratocaster

Special Features: STRATOCASTER 60th Anniversary Models
A teardown and test drive report on five 60th anniversary models that Stratocaster enthusiasts should check out!

Fender Stratocaster
Serial number 6 dation logic guide
Guide to determining the year of manufacture

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