Fender Stratocaster Bridge Guide

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Below you can view the differences of Fender Stratocaster Tremolos. These include Mexican Standard, American Standard, American Deluxe, and American Custom Shop Strat Bridges.

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Cost:	$50 to $75
Whammy:	Screw In
Attached By:	Six Screws
Vintage style Tremolo with 6 screws. 2005 and early the blocks where thinner. For 2006 the blocks are much thicker and provide better tone.


Cost:	$60 to $80
Whammy:	Push In
Attached By:	Two Posts
American Bridges have thick blocks that provide that Standard American Sound. These tremolos have rough saddles and are a great buy.


Cost:	$70 to $95
Whammy:	Push In
Attached By:	Two Posts
Deluxe tremolos are very similar to the Standard American tremolos. These will work on Standard American and most Custom Shop bodies also. Deluxe tremolos have smooth saddles.


Cost:	$100 to $150
Whammy:	Push In or Screw In
Attached By:	Two Posts or 6 Screws
Custom Shop Tremolos can be any of the ones listed above. The added price is just from the having "Custom Shop" in the name. A few extras are included, like extra screws and tools.