I have three questions:
I am trying to decide between two guitars - The Fender 50th Anniversary American Stratocaster and the Fender American Vintage '57 Stratocaster. The 50th Anniversary is about $200 less. I have played them both, and I think they're both really nice. That's the problem. I began scrutinizing the specs, hoping I'd find something that would tip the scales either way.
1. The 50th has a polyurethane finish and the 57 has a nitro-cellulose lacquer finish. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each finish?
2. The bridge and tuners on the reissue are more like an original, but the more modern hardware on the 50th wouldn't bother me if they are considered better. Are they, or is it just personal preference?
3. Are there any other significant differences that I'm not considering, such as the Ash vs. Alder body?
Thanks in advance for any responses.
I am trying to decide between two guitars - The Fender 50th Anniversary American Stratocaster and the Fender American Vintage '57 Stratocaster. The 50th Anniversary is about $200 less. I have played them both, and I think they're both really nice. That's the problem. I began scrutinizing the specs, hoping I'd find something that would tip the scales either way.
1. The 50th has a polyurethane finish and the 57 has a nitro-cellulose lacquer finish. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each finish?
2. The bridge and tuners on the reissue are more like an original, but the more modern hardware on the 50th wouldn't bother me if they are considered better. Are they, or is it just personal preference?
3. Are there any other significant differences that I'm not considering, such as the Ash vs. Alder body?
Thanks in advance for any responses.