{"product_id":"1998-fender-standard-stratocaster-black-maple-neck-upgraded-pickguard-mim","title":"1998 Fender Standard Stratocaster – Black Maple Neck | Upgraded Pickguard | MIM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1998 Fender Standard Stratocaster in Black with a maple fretboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is one of those guitars that immediately feels right in your hands. There’s something about a well-aged Strat that’s been played and cared for properly, and this one really delivers on that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a late 90s Strat, this one is in \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eamazing shape for its age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s clearly been well looked after over the years, and it presents beautifully overall. You just don’t come across too many from this era in this kind of condition anymore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere this one really stands out is the \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eplayability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. It feels incredibly smooth and broken-in in the best way, with a \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebuttery feel across the entire neck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. The frets are in great shape, and it plays cleanly and comfortably up and down the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s currently fitted with a \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustom pearloid-style pickguard and matching knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, which give it a really sharp look against the black finish. If you prefer a more traditional look, I do also have the \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal pickguard and knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, which I can include on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTonally, it’s everything you’d want from a Strat—clear, punchy, and versatile with that classic Fender sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuitars from the 90s are starting to get harder to find in clean, well-kept condition like this, and this is a great example of why people hold onto them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat stood out to me\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Exceptionally clean \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efor a 90s Strat—getting harder to find like this\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButtery, broken-in feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e that makes it hard to put down\u003cbr\u003e • Great fret condition and smooth playability across the neck\u003cbr\u003e • Tasteful \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustom pickguard and knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, with originals available\u003cbr\u003e • Classic Strat tone with clarity and versatility\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all my guitars, this one’s been cared for and dialed in—no guesswork, no surprises, just a great instrument that’s ready to play. I personally inspect and test every guitar before it ships, making sure it’s in the exact condition I’d want to receive myself. These guitars come from me, not a shop—each one gets the kind of attention and care only a real guitar lover gives. Ships fast and insured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⏳ Quick note\u003cbr\u003e These guitars don’t usually sit. Most are purchased within 1–5 days, and I regularly hear from watchers after the listing has already sold. If this one’s on your radar, now’s the window!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46326297395371,"sku":"FN-98STRT-031726","price":470.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/8344\/1579\/files\/f566edb7-f6f7-4242-9994-28cee399c685.jpg?v=1773798608","url":"https:\/\/aeonicfrets.com\/products\/1998-fender-standard-stratocaster-black-maple-neck-upgraded-pickguard-mim","provider":"Aeonic Frets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}