Summary of Reddit Comments on "Fender Strat"

Fender Ultra Luxe

• Pros:
  • Beautiful black headstock and black pickguard.
  • Great wood grain and finish.
  • Positive comments on appearance: "That black headstock is very nice" and "That finish is dope."
  • SS frets are envied and make the guitar stand out.
• Cons:
  • Some users don't enjoy Noiseless pups.
  • One user found it hard to justify the high cost of the Ultra Luxe due to the need to switch out the Noiseless pickups.

Fender Player and Vintera Series

• Pros:
  • Stunning body color and flame maple neck.
  • Comments on the beautiful blue color with grain showing through.
  • Positive comments on the combination of colors and the overall appearance: "That blue color with the grain showing through is stunning" and "A nice pallet of colors."
• Cons:
  • Some users find it hilarious that a simple string purchase turned into a guitar purchase.
  • Issues with scratches from a cat on the guitar, seen as character or needing restoration depending on the user.

Fender HM Strat

• Pros:
  • Widely praised for being a high-quality, well-built guitar.
  • Unique features like 24 frets and Floyd Rose bridge.
  • Users appreciate the mods done for maximum sustain.
• Cons:
  • Some criticisms about the relic finish being too severe.
  • Original vs. reissue HM Strats discussed, with a preference for the original.

General Fender Stratocaster Comments

• Pros:
  • Long-standing popularity and versatility of the Fender Strat design.
  • Comments on comfort, design, and tone: "Strats are the most comfortable versatile guitars ever made" and "Simple yet elegant design, great to play on, awesome tone."
• Cons:
  • Some users have preferences for other guitar models like the SG or Jazzmaster.
  • Minor critiques like the position of the volume knob and noiseless pickups not meeting expectations.

Miscellaneous Comments

• Positive responses to a unique LEGO pedalboard creation.
• Personal stories related to guitars and connections with deceased friends or family members.
• Congratulatory comments on winning a Fender Ultra Luxe in a raffle and admiration for the guitar's appearance.
• Some humor and lighthearted comments on pet-induced scratches on guitars and relic finishes.