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The Fender Stratocaster is 55 years old in 2009. But it remains - in shape and sound - a potent weapon for any guitar player.

The 'basic' Stratocaster has changed little across the decades, though there have been many tweaks and innovations that keep it sounding new. And it would 'just' be a timeless design classic, were it not for the art of its most celebrated players.

Join MusicRadar on the opening tour of 35 Strat players that made this guitar a modern icon.

In Fender Stratocaster Stars: part 1, you'll see Hendrix, Beck, Clapton and many more. For part 2: click here.

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