The Kith Records Fender Stratocaster is a limited-edition electric guitar developed through a collaboration between Fender Musical Instruments Corporation and Kith Records. The model reworks Fender’s Player Stratocaster platform with custom detailing tied to Kith’s design direction. The release aligns with Kith’s 15th anniversary and Fender’s 80th anniversary, connecting the instrument to both brands’ milestone timelines while maintaining the original Stratocaster proportions and layout.
The guitar is presented as a Limited Player Stratocaster, featuring co-branded elements and a refined finish across the body and hardware. It is priced at $1,600 USD and released under the Kith Records label, with distribution through Kith retail locations and select stockists. The construction retains standard Stratocaster components, including the body shape, pickup configuration, and control layout.
Custom Stratocaster Guitars
Kith Records x Fender Stratocaster Marks Dual Anniversaries
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