by RUSSET » 05 Sep 2019, 08:32
Hi Ron,
Have you bought the 'old' Mex Standard Strat, or the new version of it, which has subtle differences ? The latest version is called the 'Player series' Strat. This version now has Alnico magnet pickups, a Fender USA Standard Strat bridge & trem block & a tone control which covers the bridge pickup as well as the middle one.
I'm sure the old Mex Standard is still a great guitar for the price, but the new detail on the Player may give the subtle differences required for giving a typical '60s Shads sound. Also for a little extra the even newer Mex 'Vintera' series may give an even closer sound, as they are based on the old 'Classic' series.
Hope I haven't confused you too much, & in the end, if you are happy with the one you have bought, that is what matters.
Regards, Tony.