Some guitars show up with attitude before you even plug them in—this HM Strat is one of them. Fender brought this cult classic back for a reason, and this Bright White reissue absolutely nails the vibe: sleek, fast, 80s-inspired, and built to rip.
This one is in excellent condition overall, with only some light rash near the neck heel to mention. No dings, no deep scratches, nothing that takes away from how sharp it looks. I just went through it myself—fresh 10s, a perfectly balanced Floyd Rose, polished frets, and spot-on intonation. It plays exactly the way an HM Strat should: fast, responsive, and ready for anything from tight rhythm work to full-on shred.
The specs on these reissues are fantastic—lightweight basswood body, slim C-to-D neck profile, 17” radius, and the HM humbucker with coil-split paired with two hot single coils. It’s the kind of setup that lets you cover way more ground than you’d expect from a guitar with this kind of edge.
Comes with the trem bar.
Weight: 8 pounds
If you want the full backstory on how and why this model was brought back, here’s a great read directly from Fender:
Like 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 fully insured
Inspection Notes
Inspection and setup notes will be added per listing. Each guitar is personally played, cleaned, and set up before listing.
Shipping & Insurance
Ships within 1-2 business days via UPS or FedEx Ground. Every guitar is fully insured for its full purchase price. Packed properly — hard cases shipped in a double box with foam padding.
