When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Fender 1978 Stratocaster

Color:WalnutWeight: 7lbs 12oz/7.8lbs Serial: S910263

Good Condition

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

Vintage Vibe, Authentic Tone

Straight from the CBS-era, this all-original 1978 Stratocaster is a genuine piece of Fender history. Built in the Fullerton, California plant, it embodies the look, feel, and sound of a truly transitional time for the world's most popular electric guitar. The Walnut finish and black appointments give it a serious, stage-ready look, while the naturally aged patina shows it's been played and loved for decades.

The Heart of the Tone

At its core, this Strat is all about the original, hand-wound Fender Grey-Bottom single-coil pickups. These Alnico V pickups are known for their clear, bell-like chime and classic Strat sparkle. They deliver the percussive attack and glassy tones that made these guitars legendary across countless records. Paired with a resonant Ash body and a one-piece Maple neck, the result is a guitar with exceptional clarity, snap, and sustain.

Classic '70s Feel

The Medium "C" profile maple neck feels instantly familiar and comfortable, offering a great platform for both chording and single-note runs. The vintage-correct 7.25" fingerboard radius provides a classic playing feel, perfect for authentic string bending. This guitar features the iconic 3-bolt neck plate with Micro-Tilt adjustment and the 'bullet' truss rod, hallmarks of its era that make it a true collector's item and a fantastic player's guitar.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Country of Origin: USA (Fullerton, California)
Production Year: 1978
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Construction: Bolt-on neck
Number of Frets: 21
Orientation: Right-handed
Body Wood: Ash
Neck Wood: One-piece Maple

Fingerboard Wood: Maple
Neck Profile: Medium "C"
Neck Joint: 3-Bolt with Micro-Tilt adjustment
Truss Rod: Bullet-style adjustment at the headstock
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1.625" (41.3 mm)
Inlays: Black dots
Headstock: Large CBS-era Stratocaster headstock
Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo (6-screw)
Saddles: Stamped bent steel
Tuners: Fender "F" sealed tuners
Hardware Finish: Chrome
Neck Plate: 3-bolt Micro-Tilt plate
Pickup Configuration: SSS
Pickups: Three Hand Wound Fender Grey-Bottom Alnico single coils
Controls: Master Volume, Tone (Neck), Tone (Middle)
Switch: 3-way blade switch (many players later upgraded to a 5-way)

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.