How much is a 1961 Fender Stratocaster worth?

The 1961 list price was $289.50. The current value for one in excellent all-original condition is $20,000. This Stratocaster is in excellent condition, with few body marks and a clean pickguard and electronics.

How much is a 1960 Fender Stratocaster worth?

We have found that 1960's Fender Stratocasters can range in value from $4,500 to $100,000. There are many factors that go into that valuation and we can assist in finding the actual value of your instrument.

Who played a 1961 Stratocaster?

Rory Gallagher (1948–1995), an Irish blues rock guitarist, often credited as one of the most influential Irish rock and blues guitarists of all time. Gallagher is well known for his worn 1961 sunburst Stratocaster.

What is my Fender Stratocaster worth?

Fender guitars hold their value well, especially the American-made ones. The classic American Professional Stratocaster costs around $1500 and around $1000-$1200 second-hand. Vintage Fender guitars in mint condition have been sold for over $1 million.

What was the best year for Strats?

The Best Year for the Stratocaster

While certain years for the Stratocaster stand out, 1962 stands above all of them. Compared to other years, there were more changes made to the Stratocaster that year than usual. The Brazilian rosewood used for the fretboard of the neck was made thinner to bring out a brighter tone.

Guitar of the Day: 1961 Fender Stratocaster | Norman's Rare Guitars

What year Stratocaster is the most valuable?

Price Tag: $3.9 million. Gilmour's iconic black Stratocaster was purchased by Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay, for a whopping $3.9 million, during a David Gilmour auction in New York in June (2019). This makes it the most expensive guitar ever sold!

What is the Holy Grail Fender Stratocaster?

Lovies guitars is offering up the Holy Grail of guitars here. A one-owner, All original, Golden Era, 1957 Fender Stratocaster in 2 tone Sunburst with original Hard Shell Case. This guitar was purchased in 57 and owned by one person/family until now.

How do I find the value of my guitar?

Check the Blue Book of Guitar Values.

The Blue Book is one of several respected pricing guides that can help you determine the general value of your guitar, depending on its overall condition and playability. You can find the Blue Book online and search it for free at bluebookofguitarvalues.com.

What old guitars are worth money?

What guitar did Eddie Van Halen play?

Van Halen used custom equipment throughout his career. His original choice of guitar was a Gibson Les Paul, for which he replaced the original P90 pickup on the bridge with a humbucker in order to sound like Eric Clapton. He is most associated with the Frankenstrat, a custom guitar he built from parts.

What guitar did Jimi Hendrix play?

Jimi Hendrix was known for many things, including his love for Fender Stratocasters. He did play other guitars, but after 1966 his arsenal mostly consisted of Strats, the two most famous being the Woodstock Stratocaster, and his personal favorite, Black Beauty.

Who used a red Stratocaster?

Even though Gary Moore used a very wide variety of guitars during the fiery course of his career, it is to the Fiesta Red '61 Stratocaster that many of his fans return, again and again, as both an icon of his artistry on the instrument and a tonal touchstone.

What is a 1959 Fender Stratocaster worth?

1959 Fender Stratocaster could fetch between $25,000 to $35,000 on the current TradeMe auction.

How much did a Stratocaster cost in 1954?

The first full-scale production run began in October 1954, with the vibrato model priced at $249.50 and the non-vibrato model at $229.50.

What is the most sought after guitar?

How old does a guitar have to be to be vintage?

In general terms, any instrument older than 30 years is considered vintage. However, the consensus among players is that the vintage status should be granted only to guitars built before 1980. The “antique” tag is reserved for instruments older than 100 years, which for now only applies to acoustic guitars.

Are old guitars worth it?

A vintage guitar is really worth it. Due to limited availability, the prices are going higher and higher. Although more advanced and up-to-date guitars are available on the market, there is still a demand for vintage guitars and people are spending thousands of dollars buying them.

How much is a 1983 Fender Stratocaster worth?

The 1983 Stratocasters are not the world's most loved variation, but in most cases, they are still pretty good guitars. A 1983 Strat is worth about $1,000-$1,200 if the condition is collector's grade and if it comes with its nearly impossible to replace trem bar handle.

What is a 1968 Fender Stratocaster worth?

The 1968 Fender pricelist shows a Strat with tremolo and custom finish at $330, plus $57.50 for the case. The current estimated value is about $10,000.

What does CBS stand for Fender?

By 1965 Fender Musical Instruments had grown into one of the largest musical instrument company in the world. Early 1965 is when Leo sold his company, Fender Musical Instruments, to CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System).

Why are pre-CBS Fender better?

The reason pre-CBS Fenders are considered to be better is that at the time Fender was just starting and they took a very hands-on approach to the building of their guitars. The CBS period brought about a decline in the quality of the brand, despite the existence of great guitars from the era.

What years are pre-CBS Fender?

The Stratocasters made by Fender before the sale to CBS are regarded as the finest Fenders ever made. Only produced during the narrow window from 1953-65, Pre-CBS Fender Stratocasters are rare and much sought-after by collectors of vintage guitars.

What guitars go up in value?

If you are looking for a more affordable investment, the team of in-house musical instrument experts recommend looking for a pre-1965 Jazzmaster, Mustang or Jaguar, which are slowly increasing in value as well. A guitar made from Korina wood is like the holy grail for guitar players.