The sold-out Fender x Hello Kitty Stratocaster is getting a re-release

Fender x Hello Kitty collab

Following the massive, sold-out success of last year’s collaboration, Fender has revealed a new lineup for its “Fender x Hello Kitty Collection.”

The new release, which celebrates the globally beloved Sanrio character, will feature a brand-new black colorway for the Stratocaster guitar and the Fuzz Pedal.

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Due to overwhelming demand, a re-release of the sold-out “White” models from the 2024 collection has also been confirmed.

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This collaboration is a modern update of the original Squier-brand models from the early 2000s, featuring Fender Designed™ Humbucking pickups, a comfortable “C” shape neck, and a deluxe Hello Kitty gig bag.

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The full lineup of new and re-released items is as follows:

  • Fender® x Hello Kitty® Stratocaster®
    • Price: ¥74,800 (approx. $505 USD / £404 GBP)
    • Colors: Black (New), White (Re-release)
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Features a Hello Kitty graphic on the pickguard, body, and headstock.

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The Black and White models will be exclusive to the Fender Flagship Tokyo store and the Fender Japan online shop.

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The Pink model from 2024 will not be re-released.

  • Fender® x Hello Kitty® Fuzz Pedal
    • Price: ¥11,000 (approx. $74 USD / £59 GBP)
    • Colors: Black (New), White (Re-release)
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A playful fuzz pedal featuring an op-amp-based circuit that creates a “ferocious gain tone,” despite its cute appearance. The design includes pink “Witch Hat” knobs and Japanese control labels.

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The new Black version will be available at all authorized Fender retailers, while the re-released White version will be exclusive to the Fender Flagship Tokyo store and the Fender Japan online shop.

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This new collection offers fans who missed out on the first run another chance to own the iconic and highly sought-after collaboration.

The new “Fender® x Hello Kitty® Collection” is scheduled to be released this Friday, the 24th of October via select official Fender retailers and via the Fender Japan online shop.

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