VanZandt USED STV-R2 (3-Tone Sunburst/R) [SN. 9905]

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Recommended used items! A recommended used VanZandt STV-R2 that will impress even vintage enthusiasts! Estimated to be manufactured in 2025. This is a classic, timeless, and ever-p opular 3-tone sunburst color! This Vanzant STV is sure to impress even the most discerning vintage enthusiasts. There are many dead copies of vintage guitars, but what sets Vanzandt apart is that it prioritizes ease of use, preventing it from being a mere copy. By smoothly finishing the edges of the fretboard and frets, and by using a slightly larger fretboard radius than Fender, it readily accommodates modern playing styles, and most people should be able to play it without any problems. This brand is incredibly popular because it reproduces the vintage sound that Japanese users envision, perhaps even better than the original, and offers excellent playability that perfectly matches the modern music scene! Many people who experience it once choose to buy another one, making it a brand with a very high rate of repeat customers. VanZandt's lineup is dedicated to the pursuit of sound and playability. Among them, the STV-R2 is particularly popular. It features a carefully selected alder body, a highly rigid maple neck, and a luxuriously flat-laminated Indian rosewood fingerboard. All materials are selected for their superior acoustic properties and assembled to maximize resonance. To further enhance that resonance, the finish is applied in an extremely thin layer of nitrocellulose lacquer. The BLUES pickup was selected, contributing to a thick, full sound with a dry tone. The characteristic sound of this model is its rich midrange, the elimination of harsh, piercing highs, and a thick, punchy sound. You can also fully appreciate the changes in sound depending on the angle and strength of your picking. The note separation is good, there is no muddiness even in chords, and each note of a solo phrase rings out clearly. The wide tonal range suggests that it can handle a wide range of sounds without being limited to a specific genre, reflecting its current evolving style. Furthermore, it is now equipped with an upgraded "Less Pressure" type pickup. By loosening the winding of the pickup wire, the harshness of the sound is slightly reduced, and while the original thickness of the guitar is faithfully reproduced, a moderate sense of space in the sound creates an exquisite comfort that gently unfolds in the depths of your ears. Rather than strictly adhering to vintage styles, the incorporation of modern features such as a gentle fretboard radius and 22 frets demonstrates a pursuit of high potential as an instrument. The finish, which avoids excessive gloss and highlights the natural texture of the wood, exudes a sense of elegance. This is a flagship model from Vanzant, which has been attracting increasing attention in recent years! Due to various circumstances in recent years, new models have been forced to change the headstock, but this particular instrument has an F-style headstock. It is estimated to be a 2025 model. It features the classic and very popular 3-tone sunburst color! This model is highly popular both new and used! It's a neo-vintage Stratocaster-type guitar that produces the ultimate sound! We have just received a recommended used item! It is estimated to be a 2025 model. Due to the thin lacquer finish, there are some scratches on the body top and back, paint peeling, pick scratches on the pickguard, and some tarnishing on the parts, but overall it is in fairly good condition! None of these affect playability. We have performed a full maintenance and cleaning at our shop, so it is ready to use right away. The frets are in good working order and have almost all of their life left. The nuts are in good working order and function normally. The truss rods also function correctly for normal adjustments. The weight is approximately 3.47kg. It has a perfect balance that makes it easy to use while still delivering a solid, resonant sound. This is a classic, timeless, and ever-popular 3-tone sunburst color guitar! Accessories include the original gig bag and tremolo arm. Don't miss this opportunity! SN. 9905 Weight ≈ 3.47 kg Accessories: Original gig bag, tremolo arm.BODY: ALDER NECK : INDIAN ROSEWOOD on MAPLE / 22F Narrow Neck RADIUS: 210R Nut width: 42mm NUT: Oil-finished bone nut PICKUPS: BLUES ×3 (LESS PRESSURE) FINISH : ALL NITROCELLULOSE LACQUER *Please note that all items we carry are pre-owned and only one of each is available. We regret to inform you that we will be prioritizing customers who have placed orders. Please note the following before making inquiries or requests for reservations. Customers viewing product pages other than those on the Ikebe Musical Instruments website, Please place your order by viewing the product page of the retailer or by going to the music store's purchase page. Show more