Music Experience guitarists are stepping back into the ’70s with this 70th-anniversary Stratocaster from Fender. Donning a groovy throwback special-edition Antigua burst finish across its alder body, this 6-string pays homage to a long bygone stop on the Strat’s 70-year journey — and one that certainly garnered a lot of attention! Not only does the Antigua Stratocaster look like something that only the ’70s could produce, but its sound is entirely accurate to the era courtesy of a trio of 70th-anniversary vintage-style single-coil Strat pickups. The ’70s “U” neck profile makes an appearance as well, along with other period-correct elements such as a larger headstock, vintage-style “F”-stamp tuners, black pickups/control knobs, and a hardtail bridge. Even the hand-painted pickguard joins in the retro revelry!

Fender 70th Anniversary Vintera II Antigua Stratocaster at a Glance:

• Alder Body with Antigua Finish
• 70th Anniversary Vintage-Style '70s Single-Coil Strat® Pickups
• '70s "U"-Shape Neck
• 7.25” Radius Rosewood Fingerboard with Vintage Tall Frets
• Vintage-Style Hardtail Bridge with Block Saddles and Included Cover
• Vintage-Style “F” Stamped Tuning Machines

Wood that’s spec’d to ’79

Beneath its sandy, toasted marshmallow aesthetic, the structure of the Antigua Stratocaster stays fairly faithful to the original model from 1979. This Strat comes rooted with a bright and balanced body of solid alder, complemented by a brilliant maple neck topped in a dark and expressive cut of vintage-fretted rosewood. The neck itself has been carved to ’70s “U” specifications for absolutely nailing that deeper old-school grip — if you’ve played a real one, you’ll feel it instantly! A larger era-accurate headstock completes the wood component puzzle, making for an impressive physical replication that’ll stand out from any 6-string in its vicinity.

True ’70s single-coils

A Strat is only as good as its single-coil, and the Antigua Stratocaster is primed with a trio of absolutely exceptional period-correct pickups to get every job done. A ’70th-anniversary vintage-style ‘70s single-coil Strat pickup stands at the bridge, middle, and neck positions to deliver that iconic bell-like glassiness and punchy tonality that defined the model for an entire decade. Traditional Strat controls accompany this outfit, including a pair of Tone controls and a master Volume with a 5-way pickup selector for reeling in a feel that’s just right. From the heavy blues and soaring rock solos to gentler jazzy motifs, this sonic armament always remains ready to unveil its diverse musical palette.

Hard-to-beat hardware

The vintage-spec celebration continues into this 6-string’s hardware, leaving no surface of the Antigua Stratocaster unaccounted for. At the body, a vintage-style hardtail bridge with appropriate block saddles plays with a responsiveness that’s quite true to the original. At the headstock end, a complementing set of closed-back and properly marked “F”-stamp tuning machines ensure impeccable intonation, permitting accurate tuning tweaks with unfaltering reliability in any setting. To cap everything off, its black pickups, control knobs, and pickup selector switch tip totally nail the original Antigua’s essence.

What Fender Says...

Introducing the 70th Anniversary Stratocaster® Collection: Celebrating seven decades of timeless tone and iconic style. Each 70th Anniversary Stratocaster model showcases the rich heritage and legendary tones that have made the Strat® an unrivaled icon. From vintage purists to progressive players seeking cutting-edge features, rest assured there's a model that will deliver. Immerse yourself in the legacy of the Stratocaster and own a piece of Fender® history with the 70th Anniversary Stratocaster Collection. Revive the spirit of the '70s with the 70th Anniversary Vintera® II Antigua Stratocaster. The 70th Anniversary Vintera® II Antigua Stratocaster showcases our iconic Antigua finish, complemented with hand painted matching pickguard. The alder body provides classic Fender tone that's full of punch and clarity. The "U" shape maple neck is based on a classic '70s profile and offers a remarkably comfy feel, while the 7.25" radius rosewood fingerboard with vintage-tall frets provides vintage playability with ample room for big bends and expressive vibrato. Under the hood, you'll find a trio of 70th Anniversary Vintage-Style '70s Single-Coil Strat® pickups that deliver the perfect blend of warmth and bite. The vintage-style "F" stamp tuners and vintage-style hardtail bridge with block saddles ensure rock-solid tuning stability. The instruments in the 70th Anniversary Stratocaster Collection are available in limited quantities, so choose your 70th Anniversary Stratocaster today.

Alder Body

A classic Fender tonewood known for resonance, punch and clarity, alder has a balanced and lively tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end.

70th Anniversary Vintage-style '70s Single-coil Strat® Pickups

There’s really nothing like the timeless singing, snapping, screaming and sparkling sound of Fender single-coil pickups. These ‘70s spec pickups are full of the woody warmth and bell-like, crystalline tone that made Fender instruments famous.

70s "U”-shape Neck

Based on a '70s "U” profile, this rounded shape has slightly more shoulders for a slightly thicker feel that's remarkably comfortabley.

7.25” Radius Rosewood Fingerboard with Vintage Tall Frets

The 7.25” radius fingerboard provides vintage comfort and feel, while vintage-tall frets provide slightly more height than vintage for big bends and wide vibrato.

Vintage-style Hardtail Bridge with Block Saddles

This vintage-style hardtail offers proper intonation, full adjustability and rock-solid stability.

70th Anniversary Stratocaster Neck Plate

Each 70th Anniversary Stratocaster includes a commemorative 70th anniversary neck plate.