Well, in technical terms, they still basically did what a Strat was supposed to do, and indeed some 1970s updates to the technical spec were highly beneficial, better matching the Stratocaster to the era. However, there was a long list of perceived negatives, which compounded the bugbears of latter 1960s Strat history.

What finish did Fender use in the 70s?

Fender started using polyester finishes in the 1970s. Thick and hard, polyester finishes were introduced in several industries that decade—musical instrument manufacturing included—and quickly proved popular.

How much did a Fender Stratocaster cost in 1972?

The Stratocaster price remained unchanged in the period 1970-1973, $315/$367 without/with tremolo. Optional extra raised the price cumulatively: $18 for a maple neck, between $14.50-$20.50 for a custom finish (depending on model, not finish!) and $30-$40 for left handed examples.

What was the best year for Strats?

1954
Here are our honorable mentions for the Stratocaster’s best year: 1954: This was the Stratocaster’s very first year in production. Similarly to first-issue books, the 1954 Stratocaster is the most collectible compared to all of the other years. Strats from ’54 are being sold for $100,000 or more.

How many Eric Johnson Strats are there?

Limited to 50 instruments worldwide and Masterbuilt by Carlos Lopez, the Eric Johnson “Virginia” Stratocaster is a 1:1 replica of this magnificent instrument, one that could only be born in the Dream Factory—the Fender Custom Shop. Every intricacy of Johnson’s original was reproduced in painstaking detail by Lopez.

What is nitrocellulose lacquer?

Nitrocellulose lacquer is made by mixing fast-drying solvents with wood and cotton pulp containing cellulose that has been broken down by nitric and sulfuric acid. After the hard film cures, it rubs out well; and its slightly amber color enhances both light and dark woods with a warm, attractive patina.

Where are Dillion Guitars manufactured?

They also seemed to change the factory(for only a couple of years) to Vietnam, which made the quality turn to crap. So they went back to Korea. I also seen some Dillions with the “gibson” style-cut headstock, but I cant seem to find any. If anyone can shed some light on this, it would be great.

What year is Eric Johnson Strat?

Built from 2005, the Fender Eric Johnson Stratocaster is based on Johnson’s 1957 Stratocaster, with which he’s used on many albums and countless performances. Drawing from 1957 specifications, the Fender Eric Johnson Stratocaster is built from a light-weight two-piece Alder body, and a one-piece Maple neck.

What Strat does Eric Johnson play?

Eric Johnson plays Fender Stratocaster guitars, most notably his 1954 Strat, finished in three-tone sunburst, known as “Virginia” and his 1957 Strat which has a two-tone sunburst finish. He has played others as well including a few Gibson models such as the SG, ES-335, and Les Paul.