1997 Fender ST71-140 YM Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Series Stratocaster - Battle Tested Road Warrior Dripping w MOJO - Crafted in Japan CIJ - Pro Set Up! w Perfect Frets

Sale Price: $1,799.00 Original Price: $1,971.00

Circa 1997-2000 Fender ST71-140YM
Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Series
Vintage White Finish (Aged to a Buttery Yellow))
Made In Japan

Featuring USA Made Dimarzio YJM DP217 PU's
Serial # O011443
Weight: 7 lbs

Nut: 1.58

Thickness of the Neck at the First Fret is .74 and .84 at the 12th

Comes with a Vintage Tweed Case w Tremelo Arm

$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!

Shred Like a Viking God: 1997 Fender Japan Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Strat Awaits Its Next Warrior!


Hey, guitar slingers and neo-classical shredders! Are you ready to channel the lightning-fast fury of Yngwie himself? Feast your eyes on this battle-hardened beast: a 1997 Fender Japan ST71-140YM Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Strat that's seen more stages than a rock 'n' roll roadmap. This isn't some pristine museum piece—oh no, it's road-worn royalty, dripping with mojo from epic gigs and endless jams. Covered in glorious battle scars that tell tales of triumph, it's super lightweight (feels like it's floating in your hands) and insanely resonant, vibrating with soul-shaking sustain that’ll make your amps weep with joy.


Plays like a dream? Hell yeah—it glides through arpeggios and sweeps with effortless precision, begging you to unleash Malmsteen-level mayhem. And check out the quirky tributes: a cheeky Donald Duck sticker grinning from the headstock face (because even shred gods need a quack-up), and a sleek Ferrari emblem on the back, nodding to Yngwie's love for speed on strings *and* wheels. This Strat isn't just an instrument—it's a time machine to '90s virtuosity, packed with personality and primed for your next conquest.


Don't let this Scandinavian storm pass you by! Snag it now and make your solos legendary. DM me before some other fretboard fiend steals the thunder! 🎸⚡🦆

A distinctively designed model for one of the world's most distinctive Strat masters. Designed to offer searing tone that sits at the core of Yngwie's playing, this is a must-have for any uber-fan or for anyone who wants an absolute shred machine.

ST71-YJM

JAPAN (DOMESTIC MARKET)

BODY

Body Material: Alder

Body Finish: Thin Poly Over Lacquer

Body Shape: Stratocaster

NECK

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Shape: Oval Type

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Fingerboard Material: Scalloped Maple

Fingerboard Radius: 10” (250 mm)

Number of Frets: 21

Frets Size: Super Jumbo

Nut Material: Brass

Nut Width: 1.650" (42mm)

Position Inlays: Black Dots, Wide Spacing

Truss Rod: Bullet Style

Skunk Stripe: Yes

Walnut Plug

Made/Crafted in Japan Decal

HEADSTOCK

Type: Small

Logo: Spaghetti

Other Decals, front: "STRATOCASTER", "WITH SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO", Signature

Other Decals, back: Custom Edition Logo

ELECTRONICS

Neck Pickup: Di Marzio DP217, Staggered Poles, "DIMARZIO"

Middle Pickup: ST-Vintage (Japan), Staggered Poles

Bridge Pickup: Di Marzio DP217, Staggered Poles, "DIMARZIO"

Controls: 5-Way Switch, Volume, Tone 1. (Neck), Tone 2. (Mid)

Configuration: SSS

HARDWARE

Bridge: S8F 6-Saddle Vintage Style with Steel Block

Saddles: Vintage Style, "FENDER"/"FENDER" same directions

Tuning Machines: Gotoh Vintage Style

String Tree: #1 Wing

Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Pickguard: 3-Ply White, 11 Hole

Plastics: White

Neck Plate: 3-Bolt

COLORS

Yellow White

Pearl Yellow White

Serial Number Position: Base of the neck


This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.

**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best. 

* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues

* Intonation is spot-on

* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.

* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned, but no matter what they come looking and shining like new with no divots.

* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!


***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.


About Us

The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world  who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter.

Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.

Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.

I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude


For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us 


I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.

Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s


We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping. 

Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties

ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.

I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.



Circa 1997-2000 Fender ST71-140YM
Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Series
Vintage White Finish (Aged to a Buttery Yellow))
Made In Japan

Featuring USA Made Dimarzio YJM DP217 PU's
Serial # O011443
Weight: 7 lbs

Nut: 1.58

Thickness of the Neck at the First Fret is .74 and .84 at the 12th

Comes with a Vintage Tweed Case w Tremelo Arm

$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!

Shred Like a Viking God: 1997 Fender Japan Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Strat Awaits Its Next Warrior!


Hey, guitar slingers and neo-classical shredders! Are you ready to channel the lightning-fast fury of Yngwie himself? Feast your eyes on this battle-hardened beast: a 1997 Fender Japan ST71-140YM Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Strat that's seen more stages than a rock 'n' roll roadmap. This isn't some pristine museum piece—oh no, it's road-worn royalty, dripping with mojo from epic gigs and endless jams. Covered in glorious battle scars that tell tales of triumph, it's super lightweight (feels like it's floating in your hands) and insanely resonant, vibrating with soul-shaking sustain that’ll make your amps weep with joy.


Plays like a dream? Hell yeah—it glides through arpeggios and sweeps with effortless precision, begging you to unleash Malmsteen-level mayhem. And check out the quirky tributes: a cheeky Donald Duck sticker grinning from the headstock face (because even shred gods need a quack-up), and a sleek Ferrari emblem on the back, nodding to Yngwie's love for speed on strings *and* wheels. This Strat isn't just an instrument—it's a time machine to '90s virtuosity, packed with personality and primed for your next conquest.


Don't let this Scandinavian storm pass you by! Snag it now and make your solos legendary. DM me before some other fretboard fiend steals the thunder! 🎸⚡🦆

A distinctively designed model for one of the world's most distinctive Strat masters. Designed to offer searing tone that sits at the core of Yngwie's playing, this is a must-have for any uber-fan or for anyone who wants an absolute shred machine.

ST71-YJM

JAPAN (DOMESTIC MARKET)

BODY

Body Material: Alder

Body Finish: Thin Poly Over Lacquer

Body Shape: Stratocaster

NECK

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Shape: Oval Type

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Fingerboard Material: Scalloped Maple

Fingerboard Radius: 10” (250 mm)

Number of Frets: 21

Frets Size: Super Jumbo

Nut Material: Brass

Nut Width: 1.650" (42mm)

Position Inlays: Black Dots, Wide Spacing

Truss Rod: Bullet Style

Skunk Stripe: Yes

Walnut Plug

Made/Crafted in Japan Decal

HEADSTOCK

Type: Small

Logo: Spaghetti

Other Decals, front: "STRATOCASTER", "WITH SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO", Signature

Other Decals, back: Custom Edition Logo

ELECTRONICS

Neck Pickup: Di Marzio DP217, Staggered Poles, "DIMARZIO"

Middle Pickup: ST-Vintage (Japan), Staggered Poles

Bridge Pickup: Di Marzio DP217, Staggered Poles, "DIMARZIO"

Controls: 5-Way Switch, Volume, Tone 1. (Neck), Tone 2. (Mid)

Configuration: SSS

HARDWARE

Bridge: S8F 6-Saddle Vintage Style with Steel Block

Saddles: Vintage Style, "FENDER"/"FENDER" same directions

Tuning Machines: Gotoh Vintage Style

String Tree: #1 Wing

Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Pickguard: 3-Ply White, 11 Hole

Plastics: White

Neck Plate: 3-Bolt

COLORS

Yellow White

Pearl Yellow White

Serial Number Position: Base of the neck


This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.

**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best. 

* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues

* Intonation is spot-on

* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.

* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned, but no matter what they come looking and shining like new with no divots.

* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!


***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.


About Us

The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world  who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter.

Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.

Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.

I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude


For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us 


I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.

Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s


We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping. 

Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties

ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.

I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.