Fender Mexico Stratocaster Sunburst 1997-1998 Modified Series Wiring / 3.47kg

A Fender Mexico Stratocaster manufactured around 1997–1998, featuring a classic Sunburst finish, rosewood fingerboard, and a modified push-pull tone control that provides additional series-wiring options.

With its traditional Stratocaster appearance and expanded pickup switching functionality, this guitar offers a combination of familiar Fender design and practical modifications.

Introducing a Fender Mexico Stratocaster, manufactured around 1997–1998.

This guitar features the classic combination of a Sunburst finish, maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard.

Its traditional Stratocaster design includes three single-coil pickups, a bolt-on neck, and 21 frets.

The familiar body shape and control layout make it a straightforward instrument to play, while the modifications to the electronics provide additional tonal possibilities.

The most notable feature of this example is its modified series-wiring system.

The tone potentiometer assigned to the middle and bridge pickups has been replaced with a push-pull potentiometer.

Pulling up the tone knob activates a modified wiring arrangement that brings the middle pickup into the circuit, allowing access to series-connected pickup sounds.

Unlike the conventional parallel pickup combinations available on a standard Stratocaster, series wiring can produce a thicker sound with greater output.

This gives the instrument additional tonal options beyond those normally available through a traditional five-way selector.

The modification is particularly useful for players who enjoy the clarity of Stratocaster single-coil pickups but occasionally want a fuller response for rhythm or lead playing.

The original five-way pickup selector arrangement remains part of the guitar's control system.

The instrument features one master volume control, a neck pickup tone control, and a combined middle/bridge tone control with push-pull switching.

This arrangement retains the familiar Stratocaster control layout while adding an extra function without requiring an additional switch on the pickguard.

The pickup configuration consists of three single-coil pickups.

The neck pickup provides the rounded, clear response associated with traditional Stratocaster sounds, while the middle and bridge positions offer brighter tonal characteristics.

The modified series-wiring function expands the available combinations, making the guitar more flexible than a conventional three-single-coil Stratocaster.

Please note that the pickguard and middle/bridge tone potentiometer have been replaced.

These modifications should be considered when evaluating the instrument's originality.

The guitar features a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard and a bolt-on neck joint.

The 21-fret configuration follows the traditional Stratocaster format.

Its Sunburst finish and rosewood fingerboard give the instrument a familiar appearance associated with classic Fender guitars.

The instrument weighs 3.47kg, providing a manageable balance for everyday playing.

The string action is currently set at approximately 1.5mm on the 1st-string side and 2.0mm on the 6th-string side at the 12th fret.

The guitar is fitted with 10–46 gauge strings.

These measurements provide a useful reference for its current setup.

Regarding its cosmetic condition, there are minor surface scuffs from previous use.

However, no significant damage has been reported, and the overall appearance remains exceptionally clean considering its age.

The Sunburst finish retains its classic appearance, and the instrument presents very well for a Stratocaster manufactured in the late 1990s.

With its traditional Fender styling and additional series-wiring functionality, this Stratocaster is an interesting option for players who appreciate vintage-style instruments with practical electronic modifications.

It is particularly worth considering for those looking for a 1990s Mexican-made Fender Stratocaster with more tonal flexibility than the standard configuration.

As this is a used instrument, there may be additional minor scratches, marks, or signs of wear that are not fully visible in the listing photos. If you would like to inspect any specific areas, particularly the modified electronics or cosmetic condition, please feel free to contact us. Additional photos are available upon request.

• Brand: Fender

• Model: Stratocaster

• Country of Manufacture: Mexico

• Estimated Year of Manufacture: 1997–1998

• Neck: Maple

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Neck Joint: Bolt-On

• Pickup Configuration: SSS (Three Single-Coil Pickups)

• Controls: 1 Volume, Neck Tone, Middle/Bridge Tone with Push-Pull Switch / 5-Way Pickup Selector

• Additional Switching: Modified Series Wiring

• Color: Sunburst

• Frets: 21

• Estimated Year of Manufacture: 1997–1998

• String Action at 12th Fret:

  • 1st String Side: Approximately 1.5mm

  • 6th String Side: Approximately 2.0mm

• String Gauge: 10–46

• Weight: 3.47kg

Modifications / Replaced Parts:

• Pickguard: Replaced

• Middle/Bridge Tone Potentiometer: Replaced with a push-pull potentiometer

• Wiring: Modified to provide additional series-connected pickup sounds

Cosmetic Condition:

• Minor surface scuffs and signs of previous use are present.

• No significant damage has been reported.

• Overall, the guitar remains in exceptionally clean cosmetic condition considering its age.

Please carefully review the listing photos for details of the cosmetic wear, modified components, and overall condition.

〈Photos and Condition〉

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