Fender superstrat 24 frets model 12-2300 met 2 special Dimarzio humbuckers, Kahler Spyder tremelo, jumbo frets, scale length 25”, radius 17”, bluestone color
Serial: H + 6 digits (1988-1989)

Sterke output volume met een tight en compressed geluid als gevolg van de DiMarzio humbuckers ideaal voor dat shredder geluid kenmerkend voor die periode.

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Key specs for 1988-1989 models

body — basswood (lightweight, resonant with good mids).
neck — bolt-on maple, thin “c” profile, sculpted heel joint for upper-fret access. scale length — 25” (shorter than standard 25.5”, Easier for bends and faster feel). fretboard — rosewood or maple, very flat 17” radius, 24 medium-jumbo frets.
pickups — typically hss (dimarzio super 3 humbucker in bridge, fender singles in middle/neck) or hh/h configurations; coil-split option on humbucker.
tremolo — licensed kahler spyder double-locking system (stable but parts are now hard to find).
other — gotoh tuners, side jack, no pickguard, bold ’80s colors (e.g., Razzberry, ice blue).

Owners and reviewers from the era (and retrospectives) often praise the build quality—japanese craftsmanship was excellent, comparable to contemporary charvels or ibanez rgs. The neck earns rave reviews for its speed and comfort, described as “shredable,” “effortless,” and similar to early jackson “speed necks.” It’s versatile: the hss setup delivers classic strat quacks/clean tones from the singles, while the hot bridge humbucker handles high-gain leads and metal riffs well. Many call it underrated or a “cult classic,” with solid playability and tone that holds up today. Yes, they are excellent for playing shred guitar. Designed explicitly as fender’s “heavy metal” superstrat, they feature: • fast, flat-radius neck. • 24 frets. • upper access. • locking trem. • high-output bridge pickup. The shorter scale aids bending and speed runs, while the thin profile and jumbo frets make technical playing (tapping, sweeping, fast alternate picking) feel natural. Players like greg howe showcased them for fusion/shred, and modern reviews (even of reissues) call them “total shredders” or “launch pads for ferocious lead playing.”