Fender Aerodyne Stratocaster | 2015 Old Candy Apple Red | Made in Japan

Made in Japan. Lightweight basswood body with carved arched top. Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. 3 x MIJ single-coil pickups. Matching headstock. Weighs 3.3kg. Includes case.
 
The Fender Aerodyne Stratocaster has maintained cult favourite status because it bridges the gap between vintage Fender tone and modern high-performance playability. Produced in 2015, this MIJ model is frequently praised for its slim, satin-finished neck and high level of Japanese craftsmanship, which many players consider equal to or better than standard US-made production models.
 
Finished in Old Candy Apple Red (OCR) with a matching painted headstock and single-ply cream binding. Features a carved arched basswood body, a slim "C" maple neck with satin finish, and a 7.25" vintage radius rosewood fingerboard. The 6-saddle vintage-style tremolo and Gotoh tuners complete the package.
 
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Key Features
Year: 2015
Made in: Japan
Model: Aerodyne Stratocaster
Finish: Old Candy Apple Red (OCR) with matching headstock
Body: Lightweight basswood with carved arched top
Binding: Single-ply cream
Neck: Maple, Slim "C" profile, satin finish
Fingerboard: Rosewood, 7.25" vintage radius
Frets: 22 vintage-style
Scale: 25.5"
Pickups: 3 x MIJ standard single-coil Strat
Controls: 1 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 5-way blade switch
Bridge: 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo
Tuners: Gotoh cast/sealed chrome
Weight: 3.3kg
Condition: Pristine (one minor ding on back)
 
Sound and Tone
The three MIJ single-coils deliver classic Stratocaster tones: bright, clear and articulate. Position two and four offer that signature quack. The lightweight basswood body adds resonance and reduces fatigue.
 
Feel and Playability
The slim "C" maple neck with satin finish is fast and comfortable. The 7.25" vintage radius and rosewood fingerboard provide classic Strat feel. At 3.3kg, this is an exceptionally lightweight Strat.
 
Condition
Pristine condition. Almost no signs of use. Finish and binding are remarkably clean. Frets are near-perfect. One tiny minor ding on the back of the body, purely cosmetic and invisible from the front. Electronics 100% original and fully functional. A top-tier example of Japanese craftsmanship.
 
Background
The Aerodyne series was developed by Fender Japan for the domestic market before gaining international cult status. These models feature carved tops, matching headstocks and lightweight bodies. They remain highly sought after by players who want a modern take on the classic Stratocaster formula.
 
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