Fender is the undisputed number one brand for electric guitars and basses.
It is beloved by countless top artists, including Eric Clapton, John Mayer, and Cory Wong. (Titles omitted)
The Stratocaster model, released by Fender in 1954, debuted as a derivative of the Telecaster, the original solid-body guitar.
Its revolutionary design and exceptional versatility have endeared it to countless artists, coloring the music scenes of various genres from its debut to the present day.
It truly represents the quintessential electric guitar.
The ST-456 is a Stratocaster from the highly regarded yet now defunct Fender Japan brand (integrated into the Fender brand).
Serially marked as MADE IN JAPAN E, it comes from a period particularly prized by collectors.
Manufactured by FujiGen, one of Japan's renowned veteran manufacturers.
The body is Alder, the neck is Maple, and the fingerboard is Rosewood.
The body, pickguard, knobs, and pickup covers are all finished in Black, giving it a cool look.
The pickup layout is the versatile SSH configuration.
It covers everything from crisp clean tones to hard-driving sounds.
A Fender Japan masterpiece that remains popular today.
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Approximately 60% of the frets remain.
The truss rod is stiff but confirmed to move about 90 degrees.
The neck condition is good.
The body and finish show dullness and rust on metal parts.
Scratches are present on the body top and pickguard. Numerous dents and scuffs are visible on both cutaway areas, the elbow contour, and near the control knobs.
Impact marks and scuffs are also present on the elbow section of the body sides, near both strap pins, and around the controls. Impact marks can be seen on the body back, back contour, both cutaway areas, and near the back panel.
There is a scratch on the neck plate, and an impact mark on the 2nd fret of the fingerboard.
Numerous fine impact marks are visible on the back of the neck near the 3rd to 9th frets.
There is a brown discoloration near the nut on the 1st string side, and fine scratches are scattered across the headstock top.
Additionally, there is an impact mark on the upper headstock side, and an impact mark is visible near the 1st string peg on the headstock back.
The condition of the electronics is good.
No clear modifications were observed.
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-Way Selector
Nut Width: 41mm
Bridge String Spacing: 11mm
Scale Length: 25.5 inches
Manufacturing Year: 1984–1987
Country of Manufacture: Japan
For setup, we use Pitbull Strings, which we import and sell.
These high-quality strings deliver a natural sound, maximizing the instrument's performance and character. Enjoy them together with your guitar.
TONIQ craftsmen deliver this instrument after rigorous inspection.
Accessories: Soft Case
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspection: Takahashi
Product Photography: Tanoue
Includes TONIQ 3-Month Warranty
◯About GIB and TONIQ Warranties
●Permanent Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased at our store qualify for free “String Vibration Setup” (normally ¥4,400) for life. (Reservation required)
・Please present your warranty card with your name filled in.
・Only applies to the original purchaser who bought the item at a GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop.
・Please cover shipping and other associated costs.
●Resale Value Guarantee
If you decide to sell your purchased item within 6 months of purchase, we guarantee its resale value at our store. The value is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
●Defect Warranty
Basic Co., Ltd. provides a warranty against defects for products it sells. Except for some items like consignment goods, we will repair free of charge (or, if repair is impossible, accept returns or provide refunds) for failures occurring within a specified warranty period after purchase, under normal usage.
The warranty period is 3 months for used items and 1 year for new items.
Please note that the following cases will incur charges even within the warranty period:
・Failures or damage caused by transportation, moving, dropping, etc.
・Replacement of consumable parts.
・Failures or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・Failure or damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions in the instruction manual.
・Failure or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
・If the warranty card lacks your name, model name, serial number, etc., or if any text has been altered.
・If the warranty card is not presented or has been lost.
(Warranty coverage applies only to purchases made within Japan)
● Trade-in available for up to 15% OFF
When purchasing, using our trade-in service reduces the sales price by 10%. (Commissioned items excluded. Applicable only when the trade-in value is 20% or more of the sales price.)
Furthermore, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly Buyback Boost Campaign, the discount rate increases to 15%.
We ship using sturdy cardboard boxes.