Fender Japan Extra Series

As you can see from the table, the price varied depending on the body wood selection. There were also other options such as pickguard and color. It's likely that many variations existed, including shop orders.

Subsequently, the EXTRAD model, which was featured in the catalog every year from 1990 to 1994, disappeared from the catalog in 1995, coinciding with the release of the 1994 custom edition model, the ST54-150AS. Although its production period was short, lasting only 8 to 9 years, its high specifications and quality, surpassing even the USA models, showcased the capabilities of Japanese craftsmanship to the world.

The earliest models from around 1986-87 do not have the "EXTRAD" decal on the back of the headstock.

Instruments from around 1988 to 1991 often have an "EXTRAD" decal on the back of the headstock.

Subsequently, models from around 1992 onwards have had a "Custom Edition" decal applied.

Next, remove the neck and take a look at the neck pocket. You can see stamps indicating the EXTRAD model type, such as STS-54, STS-57, STS-62, and TLS-52, as well as stamps like Ⓢ.

Additionally, early models show thin traces of the paint applied to the neck pocket, and models from around 1989-1990 onwards have paint missing from most of the pocket area.

"STS-57", "A" stamp

Stamps: “STS-62”, “A”, Ⓢ

"TLS-52", "D", Ⓢ stamp

Once you've confirmed the "STS-54" marking, the "Ⓝ" stamp, the custom order model number "KX-151," the color designation "T" written in marker, and the pocket markings, check the neck end.

The manufacturing date is written in pencil on the neck end.
The "EXTRAD" model was released in 1987, but production began about a year earlier, and a date from 1986 can be seen on it.

This semi-custom model features a blonde finish with gold hardware. An "EXTRAD" decal shines on the back of the headstock, and the pocket is inscribed with "BLD (Blonde) and YWH (Yellow-White)"! This is truly an amazing special specification only possible with a custom order.
*The pickup has been replaced with a Texas Special.

In late 1989, the EXTRAD series was officially launched. This particular model has an ash body.RecruitThis model has buckle scratches on the back of the body, but boasts an exceptional sound! An "EXTRAD" decal is on the back of the headstock, an "STS-54" stamp, the mark of an EXTRAD model, is on the pocket, and the custom order model number "KX-151" and the color designation "T" are written in marker.

This guitar was made in early 1987 and comes with its original price tag!! It shows relatively little signs of use and has no replacement parts, making it a collector's item. As it is an early EXTRAD model, there is no decal on the back of the headstock. There are clear traces of the paint pattern remaining in the pocket area.

This is a late-model EXTRAD guitar from 1993-1994, featuring an alder body and mint green hardware options. It's a truly luxurious instrument, boasting a Brazilian rosewood (Jacaranda) fretboard! The back of the headstock has a "Custom Edition" decal, and the pocket is stamped with "Ⓢ" and "K-625 ORDER," and the fretboard is unpainted.

This guitar features an eye-catching figured maple neck! It's been played extensively, giving it a cool, aged look. The dry ash body produces a clear, vintage tone that's superb. This is a guitar highly recommended for players. It has an "EXTRAD" decal on the back of the headstock. The neck has an E serial number, and the assembly's pot date is '87, but the body, judging from the unpainted neck pocket, is thought to be from the late 80s or 90s. It is presumed to be a unit that was shipped by combining an early E serial number neck with a later body from our stock.

The neck date is September 8, 1987, and the included warranty card states it was made in 1988. It's a rare early model without a decal on the back of the headstock, and features a "TLA-52" stamp in the neck pocket. A collector's item with minimal signs of use!!