{"product_id":"1979-fender-stratocaster-vintage-usa-black-strat-with-original-case","title":"1979 Fender Stratocaster – Vintage USA Black Strat with Original Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1979 Fender Stratocaster in Black with a black pickguard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a classic late-1970s CBS-era Strat that has become increasingly popular with players looking for authentic vintage Fender tone without paying the premium commanded by 1950s and 1960s examples. While these guitars aren’t generally considered “investment-grade” collectibles, they have developed a loyal following thanks to their distinctive feel, sound, and unmistakable late-’70s aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Good Condition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ 8.19 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ 1979 Fender Stratocaster Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 1979, Fender was producing Stratocasters with several features that distinguish them from earlier models:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid ash body (most black examples were ash)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple neck with either a maple or rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge 1970s headstock with bullet truss rod adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-bolt neck with Micro-Tilt adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“F” stamped tuning machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree single-coil Fender pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne volume and two tone controls with a five-way selector switch (standard by this time)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese guitars are often a bit heavier than earlier Stratocasters, frequently weighing between 9 and 10 pounds due to the dense ash bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good 1979 Strat delivers everything players expect from a vintage Fender:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, articulate cleans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePunchy bridge pickup with plenty of bite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm, glassy neck pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamous “in-between” quack in positions 2 and 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent response through both clean and overdriven amplifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany players appreciate the strong sustain that comes from the heavier ash body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Condition Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar is in decent shape. Plays and sounds great. If you are looking for a little vintage mojo, this is the one. It’s been played and loved but still plenty of miles left in the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal black finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack pickguard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal hardshell case included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets remain in good condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlays and sounds excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest cosmetic wear appropriate for nearly 50 years of use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47741143482545,"sku":null,"price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/9151\/9921\/files\/IMG_5921.jpg?v=1784697517","url":"https:\/\/tobiasmusic.com\/products\/1979-fender-stratocaster-vintage-usa-black-strat-with-original-case","provider":"Tobias Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}