Do Strats have 21 or 22 frets?

Fender says, “The American Vintage ’65 Stratocaster, the Standard Stratocaster (AKA “mexi-strat”) and the Classic Series ’60s Stratocaster all feature 21 frets. All other models feature 22 frets.”

How many frets does a Stratocaster have?

22 frets
The American Vintage ’65 Stratocaster, the Standard Stratocaster and the Classic Series ’60s Stratocaster all feature 21 frets. All other models feature 22 frets.

Do Strats have 24 frets?

Fender HM (as in Heavy Metal) Strats had 24 frets . First made in Japan and later in the US, late eighties to early nineteens. You can get one used on ebay. Or – get an ordinary Fender strat, sell the neck, buy a 24 fret neck from Warmoth (you’ll have to modify the pickguard and possibly the routing).

Can you put a 22 fret neck on a 21 fret strat?

“Can you put a 22 fret neck on a 21 fret guitar”. The answer is yes. You can put any scale neck on any body, as long as it fit’s the pocket and lines up straight.

When did telecasters get 22 frets?

The Acoustasonic Telecaster is a combination of an acoustic and electric guitar. First produced in 2010, this 22 fret guitar was then reintroduced in 2019 after some changes were made.

Why do guitars only have 22 frets?

This is primarily due to the pickup placement. On a 22 fret guitar, the neck pickup and bridge pickup are further apart. This means the neck pickup will be closer towards the nut. This tends to make 22 fret guitars sound warmer and more bassy than 24 fret guitars.

Why do guitars have 22 frets?

The number of frets a guitar has affects the tone. 22 fret guitars sound warmer and thicker, because the neck pickup is placed closer to the nut of the guitar. They are generally easier to play because the neck is shorter so you don’t have to reach as much down the fretboard.

Are 21 and 22 fret necks interchangeable?

The only difference between the 21 and 22 fret neck is that the 22’s fretboard extends a little past the neck pocket. Scale length and all that is the same. Strat necks are pretty much interchangeable.

Can you put a 24 fret neck on a Strat?

On a strat, the neck pickup is located exactly where the 24th fret would be. You will need to move the neck pickup closer to the bridge if you want to fit a 24 fret neck onto it. You’ll probably also need to route the neck pocket as well.