The Tokai Silver Star guitars from the early 1980s, often referred to as "lawsuit era" models, are renowned for their high-quality craftsmanship and close resemblance to Fender Stratocasters of the 1970s. Key specifications of these instruments include:
Body: Typically constructed from alder or sen ash, with finishes such as 3-Tone Sunburst.
Neck: One-piece maple neck featuring a large CBS-style headstock, bullet truss rod, and a 3-bolt neck plate.
Fingerboard: Available with either rosewood or maple fingerboards, generally with a 9.5" radius.
Pickups: Models like the SS-36 came equipped with "SS Hot" pickups, while higher-end models such as the SS-48 to SS-60 featured "SS Super" pickups.
Hardware: Equipped with a 6-point vintage-style tremolo system and vintage-style tuners.
Weight: Approximately 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs), though this can vary slightly between individual guitars.
These guitars are celebrated for their authentic replication of 1970s Stratocaster aesthetics and playability, offering a vintage feel at a more accessible price point compared to their American counterparts.
