{"product_id":"fender-1976-stratocaster-black-in-ohsc","title":"FENDER 1976 STRATOCASTER BLACK IN OHSC \"Very rare model\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'arial black', 'avant garde';\"\u003eFENDER 1976 STRATOCASTER BLACK IN OHSC Guitar World AUSTRALIA PH 07 55962588\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"dsdiv\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVINTAGE 1976 USA FENDER STRATOCASTER STRAT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cpre class=\"moz-quote-pre\"\u003eStep into the groove of the '70s with this 1976 Fender Stratocaster, a true vintage gem that screams classic tone and timeless vibe! This beauty hails from the CBS era, blending iconic Fender \u003cbr\u003ecraftsmanship with the soulful character that made Strats the choice of legends like Hendrix, \u003cbr\u003eClapton, and Gilmour. Its sleek, contoured alder body—likely finished in a period-correct black,—feels like an extension of your soul, while the maple neck (or rosewood fretboard option) \u003cbr\u003edelivers that smooth, fast playability Strats are famous for.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nUnder the hood, you’ve got three single-coil pickups pumping out that glassy, bell-like chime for cleans and a gritty, singing bite when you push it through an overdriven amp. \u003cbr\u003eThe 5-way selector switch, a factory standard by ’76, lets you dial in everything from twangy rhythms to creamy\u003cbr\u003e leads with effortless versatility. The synchronized tremolo bridge, complete with its original ashtray cover (if it’s still there!), gives you that signature Strat wobble for subtle\u003cbr\u003e vibrato or dive-bomb flair. With a 7.25-inch fretboard radius and medium-jumbo frets, it’s a dream for bending \u003cbr\u003estrings and laying down soulful licks.\n\nThis 1976 Strat isn’t just a guitar—it’s a time capsule. Built in Fullerton, California, during a pivotal year when Fender transitioned to headstock serial numbers (likely S6xxxxx or 76xxxxx),\u003cbr\u003e it carries the mojo of an era defined by disco, rock, and rebellion. Whether you’re a collector hunting \u003cbr\u003efor vintage authenticity or a player craving that unmistakable '70s tone, this Strat’s got the look, feel, and sound to turn heads and melt faces. \u003cbr\u003eExpect some honest playwear—maybe a few dings or finish checking—that only add to its road-worn character. \u003cbr\u003ePlug it in, and you’re not just playing a guitar; you’re channeling history.\n\nReady to own a piece of rock ‘n’ roll royalty? Grab this 1976 Strat and let it sing your story. Call now, and let’s make some music!\u003c\/pre\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery rare model with Factory Phase switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.35kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial# 6787716\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwing Tags, Check Card\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre S6 Prefix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll original vintage black Fender Statocaster. Great condition considering she’s 40 years old. She plays and sounds exactly like you’d expect from a vintage strat- fast smooth neck, low action, and silky tones. Serial numbers all match as they should. The body has aged beautifully little with characteristic wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:  Very smooth straight maple neck \u0026amp; fingerboard with black dot inlays. Frets have absolutely no wear, and are super smooth with string bends and slides. 70’s style large headstock with bullet truss rod and dual string trees. Logo and serial number are perfectly intact. F-style tuners work as they should and the guitar stays in tune impeccably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:  Standard contoured body, black finish, naturally worn in all the right places, but not beat up. Original 3-ply  black pickguard in great shape with no cracks. Original white knobs, white 3 way switch knob, and strap buttons. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics:  Original pickups- sound amazing. Original 3 way switch with rare phase switches. The volume and  tone pots are original. All pots turn smooth and there is no buzzing with proper ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase:  The guitar ships in a original hard case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52619714494754,"sku":null,"price":19999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0066\/2818\/files\/Fender-strat-1976-black-bigcom-1__19419.1682867559.1280.1280_732a9c59-b408-4df3-bd76-c0564730ad43.jpg?v=1790231873","url":"https:\/\/guitar.com.au\/products\/fender-1976-stratocaster-black-in-ohsc","provider":"Guitar World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}