Fender USA/Mexico…what’s the difference?
With such a wide range of Fender guitar models available, it can often be very confusing for the average buyer when deciding on which model will be best suited for their particular needs. Below is a quick summary of the various features for both Fender Stratocaster and Telecaster models which may assist you in your purchase decision.
Fender American Standard Telecaster
American Standard (USA)
Body
- Made in USA
- 3-piece body
- Non-veneered
- Polyurethane finish
Neck
- Made in USA
- 1-piece maple neck
- Bi-flex truss rod
- 22 medium jumbo frets
- Vintage spaghetti logo
Hardware
- Schaller staggered machine heads
- “Easy Glider” string tree
- 4-bolt micro-tilt neck plate
Electronics
- USA pickups - Alnico V magnets
- USA 2-point high-mass tremolo
- Stamped vintage saddles
Extras
- SKB case
- Strap and cable
Fender Standard Stratocaster
Standard (Mexico)
Body
- Made in Mexico
- 5-7 piece body
- Veneer used on Sunburst
- Polyester finish
Neck
- Made in Mexico
- 1-piece maple neck
- Single truss rod
- 21 medium jumbo frets
- 70’s style logo
Hardware
- Import machine heads
- “Butterfly” string tree
- 4-bolt standard neck plate
Electronics
- Mexican pickups - Ceramic magnets
- Import 6-screw tremolo
- Stamped vintage saddles
Extras
- Standard gig bag
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