The unmistakable sparkle of a 1957 Stratocaster remains among the most celebrated electric guitar tones ever created. Inspired by Fender's acclaimed Pure Vintage designs, the Coastline '57 Stratocaster pickup set captures that unmistakable character while introducing a subtle overwind for greater tonal depth and authority. Combining period-inspired construction with Alnico V beveled magnets and carefully voiced single-coil performance, the Coastline '57 set retains the classic Stratocaster chime and dynamic response players expect while delivering a fuller, more harmonically rich voice for today's musicians.

Slightly Overwound Design for Greater Tonal Depth

Starting with the proven foundation of Fender's Pure Vintage designs, the Coastline '57 pickups use a carefully calibrated overwind to add body and sustain without sacrificing the openness and articulation that define great Stratocaster tone. Alnico V beveled magnets and Formvar magnet wire preserve the lively attack and high-end detail of classic Fender single-coils, while staggered pole pieces help maintain balanced output across every string. A reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup eliminates hum in positions 2 and 4, and wax-potted construction provides reliable performance without compromising the pickups' expressive vintage character. Traditional fiber bobbins and period-correct cloth-covered lead wire complete the vintage-inspired Coastline '57 pickup design, reflecting the same attention to detail that has made Fender's earliest Stratocaster pickups enduring favorites among players.