{"product_id":"fender-american-stratocaster-3-color-sunburst","title":"1983 Fender American Vintage Reissue AVRI '62 Stratocaster 3-Tone Sunburst (Fullerton Plant)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1983 Fender American Vintage Reissue '62 Stratocaster – Fullerton's Finest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Altitude Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e1983 Fender AVRI '62 Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the best of Fender’s early American Vintage Reissue series, built at the original Fullerton, CA factory using Pre-CBS equipment. This iconic reissue faithfully captures the essence of the legendary 1962 Stratocaster with its alder body, nitrocellulose lacquer finish, slab rosewood fretboard, and original black bottom pickups. Period-correct details like potentiometer date codes from the 48th week of 1982 and a pencil-dated neck stamped 6-21-1983 ensure its authenticity. With its bell-like tones, authentic playability, and historical significance, this Stratocaster is a collector’s dream and a joy to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFullerton, CA – Original Plant, First Reissues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFender’s first American Vintage Reissue Stratocasters (1982–1984) were essentially the precursor to Custom Shop instruments. Built in Fullerton, CA, on the same machinery used to produce the revered Pre-CBS models, these guitars represent Fender’s dedication to replicating the sound and feel of their most iconic designs. Led by the Dan Smith-era team, Fender chose the 1957 and 1962 Stratocasters as templates for their historical and musical importance, capturing the timeless playability and tone of Leo Fender’s original creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Vintage Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe slim C-shaped maple neck and 7.25-inch radius rosewood fretboard offer the smooth, comfortable playability of a true vintage guitar. Its 21 vintage-style frets and Fullerton-crafted curves deliver the feel of an original 1962 Strat. The pickups provide quintessential Strat tones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iconic bell-like chime and clarity for clean, soulful playing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twangy, punchy tones perfect for rock, blues, and early surf sounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra-Correct Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-piece alder with nitrocellulose lacquer finish, stamped and dated in the tremolo cavity (12-20-1982) with \"Robles\" marking in the pickup cavity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pencil-dated and stamped 6-21-1983, with light finish checking and original waterslide logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original black bottom pickups, potentiometer dates from the 48th week of 1982, CTS pots, and a 5-way blade switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with lacquer checking, minor dings, and minimal fret wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the original case with two springs and whammy bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage-accurate construction using original Fullerton equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell-like tones from the neck pickup and bright, twangy bridge tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal AVRI pickups, electronics, and hardware for authentic sound and feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrocellulose lacquer finish that ages gracefully over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Piece of Fender History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Fullerton-built AVRI '62 Stratocaster captures the heart of Fender’s golden era, combining unparalleled craftsmanship with authentic vintage tones. Perfect for players and collectors alike, it’s a rare opportunity to own a historically significant guitar that plays and sounds as good as it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this timeless Strat to your collection and experience the sound of Fender’s legacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49594760003880,"sku":"F-AVRI-3TS-1983","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/4225\/2328\/files\/fender_avri_fullerton_62_3tsb_1983.jpg?v=1733777687","url":"https:\/\/altitudeguitar.myshopify.com\/products\/fender-american-stratocaster-3-color-sunburst","provider":"Altitude Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}