Hosco BD-02ST Mahogany Stratocaster S-S-S Body, from 2-pieces

Premium product from Japan. Logging country Congo.

Two-piece body, CNC milled and pre-drilled. While already with quite a smooth surface, still needs your final sanding.

Hosco guitar body follows Fender USA dimensions and can be used as a replacement part. We also carry matching Hosco necks, which are also Fender replacement size. Please note that there could be some small measurement differences due to wood is a natural material and its dimensions may alter with humidity:

• Neck pocket width: 2-3/16" (56 mm)
• Neck pocket depth: 5/8" (16 mm)
• Neck pocket length: 3" (76 mm)
• Bridge opening length: 3.07" (78mm)
• Bridge opening width (top): 0.74" (18.8mm)
• Bridge opening width (bottom): 1" (25.4mm)

Body from one piece or glued?

Guitarists around the world often ask about the difference between a one-piece body and a body glued from two pieces. The overwhelming majority claim that there is no difference in sound. A one-piece body may be aesthetically more pleasing to some, while others find artistic beauty in the symmetry of a two-piece body.

In our opinion, the concept of beauty is individual for everyone. However, what is certain is that a one-piece body is more expensive and carries the significant risk of warping over time.

Which wood for the guitar body, ash, mahogany, or alder?

Wood plays a significant role in the tone, sustain, and appearance of the guitar. For facilitating the choice, we have written an article.