ST Style Guitar

The Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster '65, in Candy Apple Red, embodies the spirit and sound of 1965, a pivotal year in music history. Made in the USA, this guitar features an alder body, a maple neck with a gloss nitrocellulose finish, and a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard. It features three Pure Vintage 1965 "Gray Bottom" single-coil pickups, a vintage synchronized tremolo bridge, and period-accurate construction.

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The Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster '65 is a vibrant tribute to one of the most defining periods in music. This electric guitar is not just an instrument, it is a time capsule that allows you to relive the atmosphere of 1965, when the Stratocaster conquered the rock scene. The bright and deep Candy Apple Red color makes it a true work of art both visually and sonically. Its alder body offers a perfectly balanced tone, with well-defined mids and robust lows, which gives each note an unmatched warmth and depth.

The Stratocaster's maple neck is a model of its kind: a "1965 C" profile that allows for a perfect grip and exceptional playing comfort. The high-gloss nitrocellulose finish, of impeccable quality, highlights the beauty of the wood while providing a clear and precise resonance. The 7.25" (184 mm) radius and vintage-tall frets make bending easy, giving the user total and fluid control over their playing, without the fear of the strings fricking.

As for the pickups, the Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster '65 incorporates them in an SSS configuration (three single-coil pickups), which allows it to reproduce the tones so characteristic of the era, with a clarity and brilliance worthy of the best productions of Fender's golden age. These Pure Vintage 1965 "Gray Bottom" pickups are manufactured with the same precision as those of the 60s, using materials such as composite fiber bobbins and AlNiCo magnets for unparalleled sonic authenticity. The presence of the three-ply Eggshell pickguard and Vintage White knobs further accentuate the retro side of this instrument.

The details of the hardware, such as the Pure Vintage synchronized tremolo bridge and the Deluxe tuners, aren’t just for looks. They’re designed to deliver stability and flawless performance, even during the most intense sessions. Fender has successfully combined old-world aesthetics with modern functionality, and every element of the guitar, from the string guide to the stamped steel saddles, has been crafted to recall the models of the ’60s.
In short, with this ’65 Stratocaster, you’re making history with an instrument that doesn’t just play music… it tells the story of an era.
Body shape
 ST-shape
Color
 Red, Candy Apple Red
Number of strings
 6
Number of frets
 21
Body
 Solid body
Body material
 Alder
Neck material
 Maple
Fingerboard material
 Rosewood
Nut width
 42,00 mm (1,654")
Fingerboard radius
 184 mm (7,25")
Tremolo
 Vintage
Instrument size
 4/4, standard
Scale length
 648,00 mm (25,50")
String gauge
 010 - 046
Type of tuners
 Vintage
Case or cover included
 Hard Case
Pickup type
 Passives
Hardware color
 Nickel
Electronic
 Passive
Construction
 Bolt-on neck
Cutaway
 Yes
Bridge configuration
 6 saddles, Vintage
Pickguard color
 White
Finish
 Gloss polish
Pickup setup
 SSS
Country of production
 USA
  • Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster Round-Lam RW Candy Apple Red
  • Electric guitar
  • Presented at NAMM 2025
  • Country of manufacture: United States
  • Series: American Vintage II
  • Manufacturer part number: 0110280809
  • Body shape: Stratocaster
  • Construction: Solid body, bolt-on neck
  • Scale length: 25.5" (648 mm)
  • Color: Candy Apple Red
  • Material: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Neck: Maple
  • Neck finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Shape: 1965 "C"
  • Fingerboard: Round-Lam Rosewood
  • Fingerboard finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer gloss
  • Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
  • Inlays: Pearloid White Dots, 7 mm
  • Frets: 21 Frets, Vintage Tall
  • Nut: Bone
  • Pickup Configuration: SSS (3 Single Coils)
  • Bridge Pickup: Single-Coil Pure Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom
  • Middle Pickup: Single-Coil Pure Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom
  • Neck Pickup: Single-Coil Pure Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom
  • Controls: Volume, 2x Tone
  • 5-Way Switch
  • Bridge: Pure Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
  • Saddles: Vintage, Stamped Steel
  • Pickguard: 3Ply Eggshell
  • Knobs: Vintage White
  • Switch Tip: Vintage White
  • Finish Hardware: Chrome/Nickel
  • Machine heads: Vintage Fender Deluxe
  • Strings: Fender USA 250R Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046)
  • Supplied in Vintage-Style Black Case (Orange Interior)
The Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster '65 carries the legacy of artist and engineer Leo Fender, who revolutionized the electric guitar world in the 1950s and '60s. True to the spirit of Fender's early models, this series pays tribute to the authenticity of the sound of the era. Perfectly anchored in the history of music, it allows today's players to relive the sonic experience of the classic rock scene.
Fender - American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster Round-Lam RW Candy Apple Red + Etui
Fender - American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster Round-Lam RW Candy Apple Red + Etui
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Warranty 3  years
REFERENCE : ZFEN0110280809
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