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Key Features
- Heavy Relic finish provides a vintage look and authentic aged feel
- Hand-wound '50-'51 Blackguard pickups deliver classic Fender tones
- Nitrocellulose lacquer enhances the natural resonance of the ash body
- Compound radius fretboard offers comfort and playability for modern players
Fender Custom Shop '51 Nocaster Heavy Relic, Aged Nocaster Blonde #R136973 Overview
The Fender Custom Shop '51 Nocaster Heavy Relic is a meticulously crafted masterpiece that embodies the spirit and tone of the early 1950s. Finished in Aged Nocaster Blonde, this guitar features a heavy relic treatment that not only gives it a profoundly authentic vintage look but also a feel that suggests decades of loving use. The ash body is finished with nitrocellulose lacquer, enhancing its natural resonance and response, which is further complemented by the legendary hand-wound '50-'51 Blackguard pickups known for their crisp and vibrant tones.
This exceptional guitar also boasts a compound radius fretboard, transitioning from 7.25" at the nut to 9.5" at the higher frets, offering unparalleled comfort and playability. The standard '51 Nocaster relic pickguard and a chrome/nickel hardware plating add to its classic aesthetic, making it not only a player's dream but also a collector's delight. Each element of the Nocaster has been thoughtfully selected to ensure it delivers both on performance and historical authenticity, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts and professional musicians alike.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionVintage authenticity
The Fender Custom Shop '51 Nocaster Heavy Relic offers an unmatched level of vintage authenticity, meticulously crafted to mirror the look and feel of its early 1950s counterparts. The heavy relic finish is not merely cosmetic but carefully applied to each guitar, simulating years of natural wear and tear. This process ensures that every instrument possesses its own unique character, with visual and tactile features that resonate with the era of its original design.
Exceptional tone
The heart of the '51 Nocaster lies in its hand-wound '50-'51 Blackguard pickups, which are renowned for their crisp, articulate sound that captures the quintessential Fender tone. These pickups are designed to produce a range of sounds from clean, shimmering highs to rich, dynamic lows, making this guitar incredibly versatile across various musical genres. The use of traditional materials and methods in the pickup construction further enhances the nostalgic sound, making it ideal for players looking for an authentic vintage tone.
Superior playability
The compound radius fretboard is a modern feature that significantly enhances the playability of the Nocaster. Starting at 7.25" at the nut and gradually widening to 9.5" at the upper frets, this design allows for easier chord formation at lower frets while facilitating smoother, more fluid solos at higher ones. Coupled with a custom neck profile and medium vintage frets, the guitar offers a comfortable playing experience that both modern players and vintage enthusiasts will appreciate.
Durable craftsmanship
Each '51 Nocaster is built with the utmost attention to detail, utilising high-quality materials like rift sawn maple for the neck and premium ash for the body. The use of nitrocellulose lacquer not only enhances the guitar's aesthetic and resonance but also contributes to its longevity, ensuring that the instrument ages gracefully over time. Chrome/nickel hardware and a sturdy bridge assembly complete the durable construction, making the Nocaster a reliable choice for both performing musicians and studio artists.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop '51 Nocaster Heavy Relic - Aged Nocaster Blonde
- Product Code: 9231013121 #R136973
Body
- Finish Package: Heavy Relic
- Plating: Chrome/Nickel Hardware
- Hand Orientation: Right Hand
- Case: FCS Strat/Tele Tweed
- Material: Ash
- Colour: Nocaster Blonde (Aged)
- Pieces: 2
- Finish: Nitro Lacquer
- Weight Sorting: Yes, sorted for lightweight
- Special Feature: No wire channel under pickguard
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Type: Custom Neck
- Neck Assembly: 51 Nocaster CC/Relic
- Neck Finish: Medium Tint, Nitro Lacquer
- Neck Material: Maple, Riff Sawn
- Fingerboard: None
- Truss Rod: 50's style
- Head Style: Tele
- Head Thickness: 0.575"
- Scoop: 51
- Dot Spacing: Narrow
- Face Dot: Micarta Black .250
- Side Dot: Micarta Black 3/32"
- Fret Wire: Medium Vintage / 47095
- Number of Frets: 21
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25 - 9.50 Compound Radius
- Back Shape: 1950 Blackguard
- Nut Width: 1.625"
- Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .925"
- Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.000"
- Neck Butt Width: 2.200"
- Nut: Bone
- Neck Plate: Engraved LTD ED w/o Serial # Relic
- Number of Bolts: 4 Bolt
- Binding: None
- Decals: Vintage Silver Fender Tele on headcap
- Tuners: Vintage with Fender logo, Relic
- String Guide: Vintage Disk 50-55 Relic
- Truss Rod Nut: Slot head
- Special Neck Text: "Telecaster" cut off decal, LTD Decal
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Standard Bridge Assembly (Tele 51-54)
- Bridge Pickup: HW 50-51 Blackguard RH/LH Relic
- Output Assembly: Vintage Tele
- Control Assembly: 51 Mod Nocaster Relic
- Control Knob(s): Nocaster Chrome Relic
- Selector Switch Tip: American Vintage Tele Relic
- Strap Locks: None
- Strings: 010-013-017-026-036-046
- Additional Hardware: Slot head screws, FAT 50 assembly in case
- Pickguard Type: Standard Pickguard
- Pickguard Material: 51 Nocaster Relic
- Neck Pickup: HW 50-51 Blackguard RH/LH Relic
- Mid Pickup: None
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