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Fender Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster Journeyman, Aged Candy Apple Red Overview
The Fender Custom Shop '56 Strat Journeyman is a limited edition guitar that embodies exceptional craftsmanship and vintage-inspired design. With a stunning Candy Apple Red finish, this Stratocaster features chrome/nickel-plated hardware and a 2-piece select alder body for a balanced, resonant tone in addition to a lightweight feel. The guitar's Journeyman ageing process adds a touch of vintage character, making it a true gem for collectors and players alike.
Equipped with a custom-designed '56 neck assembly, this guitar offers a comfortable playing experience. Made from rift sawn maple neck is finished with a flash coat lacquer and has a 10/56 "V" back shape, providing a classic feel. The narrow tall frets and 9.50" radius fingerboard ensure smooth playability and versatility for various playing styles. With its impeccable attention to detail and premium components, including vintage relic hardware and vintage-style tuner keys, the Fender Custom Shop '56 Strat Journeyman is a must-have for any discerning guitarist.
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View Full DescriptionJourneyman Relic finish
The Journeyman Relic finish on this Stratocaster adds a special vintage feel to the instrument. With its aged body and neck, along with its worn hardware, this guitar will age gracefully over time, becoming increasingly unique as it develops its own character and style. Its aged nickel/chrome-plated hardware gives it an authentically vintage look while offering a smooth, responsive feel when playing.
Soft V rift sawn neck
The Fender Custom Shop '56 Strat Journeyman features a Soft V rift sawn neck, perfect for players who demand an extra comfortable playing experience. The unique profile perfectly recreates the contours of a '56 Strat, putting the past into your hands. And with its flash coat lacquer finish, it boasts an authentic response and ultra-smooth motion for traversing the neck.
Bone Tone pickups
Capture the sound of a vintage Strat with ease - these hand wound Bone Tone pickups deliver the bright and bell-like chime of classic Fenders with tonnes of headroom. Featuring alnico 2 magnets and a less-than-usual amount of coil winds, they boast a warm and classic output that revives the tones of a '50s Strat with impeccable clarity.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Construction: 2-piece spread, sorted for light weight
- Body Finish: Flash coat lacquer
- Body Color: Candy Apple Red (option for super faded/aged)
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Material: Riff sawn maple neck blank
- Neck Finish: Flash coat lacquer with medium tint
- Neck Assembly: 56 Strat CC/Rel neck assembly
- Neck Shape: 10/56 "V" back shape
- Neck Thickness: 0.575"
- Neck Nut Width: 1.650"
- Fretboard Radius: 9.50"
- Fretboard Material: Maple
- Headstock Style: Small
- Neck Plate: Engraved LTD ED CHR REL
- Truss Rod: 50's style
- Decals: 54-60 Strat with OCB on headcap
- Tuner Key: Vintage with Fender logo rel
Hardware & Electronics
- Pickups: HW M.D. bone tone
- Pickguard: Custom PGA 56 Strat rel shape
- Pickguard Style: 54-58 Strat
- Control Assembly: Various options available
- Knob and Switch Tips: Vintage white rel
- Pots: 250K 10 taper split
- Bridge Assembly: Standard
- Tremolo Arm: Vintage Strat Rel
- Code: 9236080913 #CZ569909
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