Hello, Im new to the forum. I've had my American Stratocastor for about 10 years, I have rarely used it. Paid around 1600 for it. probably played it 20-30 times only. it is in extremely good condition.

Looking for some information, what strings are best on it, i changed the strings once, and they didnt last nearly as long as the original they came with. Help would be much appreciated, as im not sure what is a fair price to sell it at. Thanks!

Matt

Serial number: Z0284285

Hi Matt

If this Z0284285 is the serial number of the guitar it was made in 2000 or 1999 which ties into your 10years of ownership quite nicely. As far as spec's go there wasnt much thats different to a modern American Standard thats made today. Yours may be a American Series, its essentialy a different name for the same guitar. I think the tuners and tremblock were updated not long ago. As for pickups its probably 3 American Strat® Single-Coil Pickups. Fender® Sealed Tuning Machines made by schaller.

As for strings well theres a world of options to choose from. Non are really better than others its just preference. Some people swear by Dean Markley, I swear at them. Its the same with all brands, you just have to keep trying different ones till you find a manufacturer you like. Your guitar would have had .009-.042" gauge strings fitted new, they would have been Fender 150R's I suspect.

Please post a picture, we love looking at guitars on this site.

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