{"product_id":"1982-fender-avri-62-black-stratocaster-fullerton","title":"1982 Fender American Vintage Reissue AVRI '62 Stratocaster - Black (Fullerton Plant)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e1982 Fender AVRI ’62 Stratocaster – Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eThe Altitude Summary\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eThis is a rare and compelling example of Fender’s first American Vintage Reissue “’62” built in Fullerton (1982–84), essentially their first in‑house “custom shop” attempt to recapture vintage mojo. The gloss black finish has aged beautifully—with lacquer checking, paint chips, and dings that form a natural relicing—but it retains solid structural integrity. The frets have been replaced with vintage spec wire and show minimal wear, so you get vintage flavor without fretboard fatigue. The guitar plays superbly with low action throughout, effortless string response, and rich Strat tone that feels alive. At \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e7 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s comfortable for long playing sessions yet substantial enough to resonate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Build Story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eBetween 1982 and 1984, Fender revived the “Vintage Reissue” Strat program at Fullerton, using many of the same jigs, tools, and techniques once employed in pre‑CBS production. The ’62 model was chosen (alongside the ’57) as one of the most revered original Strat designs, and thus it received extra attention in terms of appointments, body contours, and vintage-accurate hardware.  The black finish is especially rare in this line—most ’62s came in sunburst or white—making this one particularly striking to collectors and players alike. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eTone \u0026amp; Electronics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eThis Strat is all original under the hood: the vintage-style single-coil pickups with black bottoms and original pole‑piece lacquer remain intact; the original cloth wiring and solder joints are untouched. Your description of “great tone” is spot on: expect the characteristic open top-end shimmer, balanced mids, and singing sustain that vintage Strats are known for. The 5-way switching kit that originally came with the model gives more sonic flexibility than the default 3-way, and many players run it to access the additional in-between wiring options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003ePlayability \u0026amp; Comfort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003eWith the fret replacement, the neck now feels smooth and fresh, while preserving the vintage 7.25\" radius and “slim” neck profile typical of the Fullerton AVRI ’62s. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eow action all across means you can dig in or play softly without fretting out. At 7 lbs, the body has an ideal “just right” heft to sustain notes without being tiring on stage or in rehearsal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003eCollector Appeal \u0026amp; Rarity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003eBlack was a custom color in the early Fullerton reissues and thus comparatively rare. Most buyers and collectors gravitate toward sunburst or white finishes—meaning this black example gives you a unique variation on a sought-after model. The fact it remains 100% original (aside from frets) enhances its value as both a playable instrument and a collection piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eRare \u003cstrong data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eblack\u003c\/strong\u003e nitrocellulose finish from the original Fullerton run\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eAuthentic Fullerton‑era ’62 AVRI build using vintage tooling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003eOriginal, unmodified electronics, pickups, and wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3118\" data-end=\"3154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3154\"\u003eReplaced frets with minimal wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003eLow action and excellent playability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3228\"\u003eComfortable 7 lb body weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003eIncluded: original case, manual, Fender strap, tremolo arm, spring packet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306019864872,"sku":"F-AVRI-62-83-BLK","price":5200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/4225\/2328\/files\/Fender_1982_Fullerton_Black.jpg?v=1760729566","url":"https:\/\/altitudeguitar.myshopify.com\/products\/1982-fender-avri-62-black-stratocaster-fullerton","provider":"Altitude Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}