Head-to-head
LEGO Ideas Fender Stratocaster vs LEGO Ideas Grand Piano
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #21329
LEGO Ideas Fender Stratocaster
A LEGO Stratocaster. With a tiny Fender Princeton Reverb amp. And a tiny coiled cable. The most musical LEGO display set ever shipped.
Set #21323
LEGO Ideas Grand Piano
The keys press. The hammers strike. The app plays music. The most mechanically ambitious LEGO Ideas set ever shipped.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Ideas Fender Stratocaster | LEGO Ideas Grand Piano |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 1,074 | 3,662WINS |
| MSRP | $99.99WINS | $379.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.09WINS | $0.10 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | Musicians, music fans, and builders who want a smaller-footprint LEGO Ideas set with high display energy. | Musicians, kinetic-LEGO appreciators, and serious LEGO Ideas collectors with substantial display space and budget. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Ideas Fender Stratocaster
Pros
- 1:1 scale Fender Stratocaster with movie-accurate proportions
- Includes a Fender Princeton Reverb amp at matching scale
- Two interchangeable neck colors (sunburst and red)
- Coiled cable accessory connects guitar to amp
- Compact, photogenic, and gift-ready
Cons
- Doesn't actually play sound (it's a sculpture, not a working instrument)
- Some sticker work on the amp control panel
- Strings are printed on, not real cables
LEGO Ideas Grand Piano
Pros
- Working keys with motorized hammer mechanism
- Bluetooth app integration for actual music playback
- Lifting top panel reveals the strings and hammer assembly
- Working pedals (sustain and una corda)
- Compact bench and music-rest accessories
Cons
- Powered Up motor sold separately (adds $80+ for full functionality)
- App-only music playback — no standalone speaker
- $380 commitment — among the highest LEGO Ideas MSRPs
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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.