Up for sale is a vintage and all-original1983 Fender Dan Smith Era Standard Stratocaster (2-Knob) with a Rosewood Fretboard in a classic black finish. This specific model is a fascinating piece of Fender history, hailing from the brief but impactful "Dan Smith era" (roughly 1981-1984) when Fender sought to return to a higher standard of quality and traditional design principles. Distinctive features of this period include the smaller headstock and a streamlined control layout, notably the simplified two-knob configuration (one volume, one tone) with an output jack mounted directly on the top of the body, moving away from the three-knob, pickguard-mounted jack design prevalent just before and after this period. This makes it a unique and sought-after instrument for collectors and players interested in this transitional phase of the company.
The guitar is invery good condition, especially considering it has over 40 years of life under its belt. The instrument shows minor signs of wear consistent with age and occasional play, contributing to its authentic vintage character. The most notable signs of use are some scratches on the bass side of the top, which have been photographedy. All electronics and hardware are original and function perfectly. It plays very nicely with a good setup and delivers an amazing, rich vintage sound that only an instrument of this age can produce. The guitar comes complete with its original case, ready for its next chapter with a new owner.
Model:Fender Standard Stratocaster (Dan Smith Era)
Year:1983
Finish:Black
Fretboard Material:Rosewood
Condition:Very good (minor cosmetic signs of wear)
Configuration:2-knob control layout (Volume, Tone)
Originality:All original parts and electronics
Playability:Plays nicely with a good setup; sounds amazing
