Best Fender ST Style Guitars 2025

Premium Fender st style guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 19, 2025 • Next update: November 26, 2025

Fender 60 Strat AOW/3TSB Heavy Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fender 60 Strat AOW/3TSB Heavy Relic

Blues Country Funk
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Fender 60 Strat AOW/3TSB Heavy RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelBody: Selected alderNeck: Quartersawn...

4.5/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Fender Hybrid II RAW ASH Strat BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Fender Hybrid II RAW ASH Strat BLK

Rock Indie Pop
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Fender Hybrid II RAW ASH Strat BLKElectric GuitarBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot fingerboard...

4.7/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Fender 60 Strat C3TSB SH Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fender 60 Strat C3TSB SH Relic

Funk Pop Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Fender 60 Strat C3TSB SH RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: Selected alderBolt-on neck: Roasted AAA...

4.5/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Fender Exclusive MIJ 60s Strat RW BKP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Fender Exclusive MIJ 60s Strat RW BKP

Funk Indie Pop
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • Electronics may need shielding

Fender Exclusive MIJ 60s Strat RW BKPElectric GuitarModel exclusively available at ThomannBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck:...

4.7/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Fender 63 Strat RW 3-TSB CC HSS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fender 63 Strat RW 3-TSB CC HSS

Indie Blues Funk
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Fender 63 Strat RW 3-TSB CC HSSElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite micarta...

5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Fender 57 Strat WBL JM Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fender 57 Strat WBL JM Relic

Pop Funk Country
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Fender 57 Strat WBL JM RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: "Plain Grain"...

4.8/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Fender 59 Strat RW Vintage Blonde JRN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Fender 59 Strat RW Vintage Blonde JRN

Blues Rock Funk
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Comfortable body contours
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • Requires quality amplifier

Fender 59 Strat RW Vintage Blonde JRNElectric GuitarBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite micarta...

4.8/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Fender 65 Strat CAR JM Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Fender 65 Strat CAR JM Relic

Indie Rock Funk
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • Requires quality amplifier

Fender 65 Strat CAR JM RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: AlderBolt-on neck: "Plain-Grain"...

4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Fender 59 Strat Black JM Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Fender 59 Strat Black JM Relic

Pop Country Indie
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Fender 59 Strat Black JM RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: Plain Grain mapleFingerboard:...

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Fender 63 Strat RW 3TSb CC HSS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Fender 63 Strat RW 3TSb CC HSS

Funk Indie Pop
Key Feature:
• Classic single-coil brightness
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Fender 63 Strat RW 3TSb CC HSSElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite micarta...

4.8/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Fender 59 Strat 2TSB JM Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Fender 59 Strat 2TSB JM Relic

Indie Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • Electronics may need shielding

Fender 59 Strat 2TSB JM RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: "Plain Grain"...

4.7/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Fender 69 Strat Black JM Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Fender 69 Strat Black JM Relic

Rock Country Funk
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Fender 69 Strat Black JM RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: Selected alderBolt-on neck: "Plain...

4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Fender 60 Strat 3TSB Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Fender 60 Strat 3TSB Relic

Pop Blues Indie
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Fender 60 Strat 3TSB RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: AlderNeck: "Plain Grain"...

5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Fender 59 Strat 2TSB Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Fender 59 Strat 2TSB Relic

Country Blues Indie
Key Feature:
• Classic single-coil brightness
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Fender 59 Strat 2TSB RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: "Plain Grain"...

4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Fender 63 Strat Black Relic LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Fender 63 Strat Black Relic LH

Pop Funk Country
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Fender 63 Strat Black Relic LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed model2-piece body: AlderBolt-on neck: "Plain-Grain"...

5.0/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10

How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced st style guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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