Fender ST54-80AM - '54 Stratocaster Reissue w Dimarzio PU's
Serial: P093211
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.68
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .94
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.01
Fat V Shaped Neck, Lots of Girth
Radius: 7.25
Scale: 25.5
Weight: 7.9 lbs
Comes in a Hard Case with the Paperwork & Tremelo Arm Pictured
$$$ 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!
🔥 STEP INTO 1954 WITHOUT THE TIME MACHINE (OR THE FIVE-FIGURE PRICE TAG)! 🔥
Feast your eyes on this circa 1999 Fender Japan ST54-80AM — a high-end ‘54 Stratocaster reissue that captures the magic of the very first year the Strat changed music forever. Finished in a gorgeous two-tone sunburst over a beautifully grained lightweight ash body, this beauty is in near-mint condition and has been professionally set up and dialed in for pure tone and effortless playability. Plug it in and you’ll swear Leo Fender himself just handed it to you fresh off the Fullerton line.
The Specs That Make Collectors Drool
This isn’t a run-of-the-mill reissue — the ST54-80AM was Fender Japan’s premium Vintage Series homage to the original 1954 Strat, built with obsessive attention to period-correct details (typically at the renowned Dyna Gakki factory during the Crafted in Japan era).
• Body: Lightweight ash — resonant, snappy, and loaded with that classic midrange punch and sparkling clarity ash is famous for.
• Neck: One-piece maple with that coveted soft-to-deep “V” profile — substantial, comfortable, and full of 1950s character. Soft shoulders and a satisfying grip that encourages classic thumb-over playing.
• Fingerboard: Maple with 7.25” radius, 21 vintage-style frets, and black wide-spaced dot inlays. Authentic vintage feel under the fingers.
• Scale length: 25.5”. Nut width ≈ 42 mm (≈ 1 11/16”).
• Pickups: USA-made American ’50s / Custom Shop ’54 single-coils (staggered-pole Alnico magnets) — the real deal. These deliver authentic early-Strat magic: clear, open, percussive, and full of woody snap and glassy highs.
• Electronics: Classic SSS configuration with 5-way switch, master volume, and dual tone controls.
• Hardware: Vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo with steel block (S8F), vintage-style tuners, round (button) string tree, nickel/chrome hardware, 1-ply white 8-hole pickguard, and the iconic small headstock with spaghetti logo and “Original Contour Body” wording.
Everything about it screams early Strat: the contours, the vibe, the details.
The Sound
This guitar sings pure 1950s Strat heaven. The ash body + maple neck + USA ’50s-style pickups produce that legendary combination of glassy chime, tight lows, complex mids, and sparkling highs with excellent note definition. Neck pickup is warm and round with beautiful clarity. Middle position delivers classic quack and spank. Bridge is bright, cutting, and articulate without ever getting harsh. Roll the tone knobs back and it gets creamy and vocal. Perfect for everything from clean surf and country chicken-pickin’ to blues, classic rock, and beyond. It’s lively, responsive, and full of that open, airy Strat character that makes you want to keep playing for hours.
The Playability
Professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and feel — low action, perfect intonation, and a neck that simply feels right. The vintage 7.25” radius and V-profile deliver that authentic 1950s playing experience while remaining incredibly comfortable for modern players who appreciate a substantial neck. The frets are in excellent shape (near-mint overall condition means minimal wear), the tremolo works smoothly, and the whole guitar is balanced, resonant, and inspiring. It encourages expression — bends, vibrato, chicken-pickin’, or just floating on those sparkling cleans. This is the kind of guitar that disappears in your hands and lets the music flow.
Near-mint cosmetic condition means the stunning two-tone sunburst still pops with rich amber-to-dark edges, the ash grain shows through beautifully, and the hardware and plastics look sharp. This is a carefully preserved example of one of Fender Japan’s most highly regarded vintage reissues — a guitar that punches way above its weight and delivers true ’54 Strat magic without the museum-piece price.
Whether you’re a player chasing that classic Fender sparkle, a collector looking for a top-tier Japanese reissue, or someone who simply wants a guitar that inspires every time you pick it up… this ST54-80AM is ready to become your new favorite.
Don’t let this one get away. The Strat that started it all, reborn in Japan with USA pickups and near-perfect condition — professionally dialed and waiting for its next chapter.
This is the one.
🔥 This guitar (or bass) has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. We make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must
notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described. Please note there is a 10% restocking fee on guitar orders that have been purchased and paid for - that have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier. We perform a final set up and change strings put when an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, if something very small can be overseen, if tiny marks, dings or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS, but USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier in certain situations. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can’t under value merchandise as it can not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different avenues, contact us by phone for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
Fender ST54-80AM - '54 Stratocaster Reissue w Dimarzio PU's
Serial: P093211
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.68
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .94
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.01
Fat V Shaped Neck, Lots of Girth
Radius: 7.25
Scale: 25.5
Weight: 7.9 lbs
Comes in a Hard Case with the Paperwork & Tremelo Arm Pictured
$$$ 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!
🔥 STEP INTO 1954 WITHOUT THE TIME MACHINE (OR THE FIVE-FIGURE PRICE TAG)! 🔥
Feast your eyes on this circa 1999 Fender Japan ST54-80AM — a high-end ‘54 Stratocaster reissue that captures the magic of the very first year the Strat changed music forever. Finished in a gorgeous two-tone sunburst over a beautifully grained lightweight ash body, this beauty is in near-mint condition and has been professionally set up and dialed in for pure tone and effortless playability. Plug it in and you’ll swear Leo Fender himself just handed it to you fresh off the Fullerton line.
The Specs That Make Collectors Drool
This isn’t a run-of-the-mill reissue — the ST54-80AM was Fender Japan’s premium Vintage Series homage to the original 1954 Strat, built with obsessive attention to period-correct details (typically at the renowned Dyna Gakki factory during the Crafted in Japan era).
• Body: Lightweight ash — resonant, snappy, and loaded with that classic midrange punch and sparkling clarity ash is famous for.
• Neck: One-piece maple with that coveted soft-to-deep “V” profile — substantial, comfortable, and full of 1950s character. Soft shoulders and a satisfying grip that encourages classic thumb-over playing.
• Fingerboard: Maple with 7.25” radius, 21 vintage-style frets, and black wide-spaced dot inlays. Authentic vintage feel under the fingers.
• Scale length: 25.5”. Nut width ≈ 42 mm (≈ 1 11/16”).
• Pickups: USA-made American ’50s / Custom Shop ’54 single-coils (staggered-pole Alnico magnets) — the real deal. These deliver authentic early-Strat magic: clear, open, percussive, and full of woody snap and glassy highs.
• Electronics: Classic SSS configuration with 5-way switch, master volume, and dual tone controls.
• Hardware: Vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo with steel block (S8F), vintage-style tuners, round (button) string tree, nickel/chrome hardware, 1-ply white 8-hole pickguard, and the iconic small headstock with spaghetti logo and “Original Contour Body” wording.
Everything about it screams early Strat: the contours, the vibe, the details.
The Sound
This guitar sings pure 1950s Strat heaven. The ash body + maple neck + USA ’50s-style pickups produce that legendary combination of glassy chime, tight lows, complex mids, and sparkling highs with excellent note definition. Neck pickup is warm and round with beautiful clarity. Middle position delivers classic quack and spank. Bridge is bright, cutting, and articulate without ever getting harsh. Roll the tone knobs back and it gets creamy and vocal. Perfect for everything from clean surf and country chicken-pickin’ to blues, classic rock, and beyond. It’s lively, responsive, and full of that open, airy Strat character that makes you want to keep playing for hours.
The Playability
Professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and feel — low action, perfect intonation, and a neck that simply feels right. The vintage 7.25” radius and V-profile deliver that authentic 1950s playing experience while remaining incredibly comfortable for modern players who appreciate a substantial neck. The frets are in excellent shape (near-mint overall condition means minimal wear), the tremolo works smoothly, and the whole guitar is balanced, resonant, and inspiring. It encourages expression — bends, vibrato, chicken-pickin’, or just floating on those sparkling cleans. This is the kind of guitar that disappears in your hands and lets the music flow.
Near-mint cosmetic condition means the stunning two-tone sunburst still pops with rich amber-to-dark edges, the ash grain shows through beautifully, and the hardware and plastics look sharp. This is a carefully preserved example of one of Fender Japan’s most highly regarded vintage reissues — a guitar that punches way above its weight and delivers true ’54 Strat magic without the museum-piece price.
Whether you’re a player chasing that classic Fender sparkle, a collector looking for a top-tier Japanese reissue, or someone who simply wants a guitar that inspires every time you pick it up… this ST54-80AM is ready to become your new favorite.
Don’t let this one get away. The Strat that started it all, reborn in Japan with USA pickups and near-perfect condition — professionally dialed and waiting for its next chapter.
This is the one.
🔥 This guitar (or bass) has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. We make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must
notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described. Please note there is a 10% restocking fee on guitar orders that have been purchased and paid for - that have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier. We perform a final set up and change strings put when an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, if something very small can be overseen, if tiny marks, dings or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS, but USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier in certain situations. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can’t under value merchandise as it can not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different avenues, contact us by phone for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
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