Fender Stratocaster Hardware vs. Telecaster Hardware

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The bridge is probably the most glaring distinction here. Both have six adjustable saddles (vintage Teles had three saddles), but the Telecaster’s houses the bridge pickup, while the Strat bridge is a two-point tremolo system.

The Strat bridge is attached to springs that allow the player to raise or lower the pitch of the strings through the use of a “whammy bar."
'Which Is Right for Me?'

Whether a Tele or a Strat is right for you is a matter of personal opinion. Both guitars have a rich history and countless devotees, but the feel and sound can differ greatly.