Description
Preloved Fender 50th Anniversary American Deluxe Stratocaster – Sunburst (2004)
A modern classic with vintage roots — this 2004 Fender 50th Anniversary American Deluxe Stratocaster is not only a top-tier player’s guitar, it’s a highly sought-after collector’s piece. Available now at Colemans Music Melbourne.
Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Fender Stratocaster, this USA-made American Deluxe model blends the best of traditional Strat design with forward-thinking modern features — wrapped in an elegant 2-Tone Sunburst finish with gold hardware for a touch of collectable class.
This model was a limited edition release in 2004, and examples in such clean, original condition are becoming increasingly hard to find. Its collectability is enhanced by its original Fender 50th Anniversary tweed hard case, still in good condition, and the fact that this guitar still has the original plastic on the pickguard — a rare bonus for collectors.
The body is crafted from alder with a beautiful gloss finish, and paired with a modern “C”-shaped maple neck and compound-radius maple fretboard with abalone dot inlays. This neck plays effortlessly, and the frets show minimal wear — making it just as enjoyable to play as it is to own.
Tonally, this Strat delivers on all fronts thanks to its Fender N3 Noiseless single-coil pickups. These pickups maintain classic Strat sparkle and clarity without the hum, and the S-1 switching system gives you access to a huge array of tones — from vintage snap to modern punch — via both series and parallel pickup combinations.
The two-point synchronized tremolo with high-mass block, locking tuners, and gold-plated hardware round out the premium feature set.
Key Features:
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Limited 50th Anniversary Edition (2004) – Made in USA
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Gloss 2-Tone Sunburst Alder Body with Gold Hardware
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Maple Neck with Modern “C” Profile and Abalone Dot Inlays
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Maple Fretboard with Compound Radius and 22 Frets (minimal wear)
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Fender N3 Noiseless Single-Coil Pickups (SSS Configuration)
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S-1 Switching System with expanded tonal versatility
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2-Point Tremolo with High-Mass Block for enhanced sustain
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Deluxe Locking Tuners for tuning stability
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Original Fender 50th Anniversary Tweed Hard Case included
Condition:
This guitar is in exceptionally good preloved condition, showing only minor signs of use. The frets are clean, the neck is smooth, and the overall finish shines. It’s clear this instrument has been well cared for and lightly played.
Collector’s Value:
As a limited edition model celebrating a pivotal moment in Fender history, this Stratocaster holds significant collector appeal. With its anniversary badging, high-end specs, and condition that borders on showroom-fresh, this guitar is equally suited for display or performance. Models like this will only become more desirable over time — especially complete with the original 50th Anniversary tweed case.
If you’re looking for a true player’s Strat with investment potential, the 2004 Fender 50th Anniversary American Deluxe Stratocaster offers the best of both worlds.
🎸 Available now at Colemans Music – Melbourne’s trusted home for premium preloved Fender guitars.
