Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster Relic, Sonic Blue #R133167

Full Description

'60s single coil sound

The root of rock 'n' roll. This '60s Custom Shop Relic Strat is a reincarnation of the era that started it all, as seen with its three custom-wound '60s single coil pickups. These coils are hand wound to produce a voicing that screams '60s flair, with a crisp articulation that only comes from such bespoke attention. Brimming with classic Fender character, you've got 5 positions to experiment with and find your signature sound.

A thrilling, airy cut rips through the bridge pickup, letting you be heard over any ensemble. Add some distortion to this pickup to channel the biting attack of icons like Hendrix and Dave Gilmour. Or flip through to the neck to get that warm, forceful punch that delivers a lyrical bluesy flow. There's a whole world of sonic enjoyment to be had through these custom pickups, and it's yours to discover.

A body you won't soon forget

You know it. We all love it. The Stratocaster body shape is what most people's minds jump to as soon as anybody mentions "electric guitar". Fender's Custom Shop team have crafted every inch of the fine alder body to carefully recreate an instrument from the swinging '60s. Full of character marks that establish look of a guitar that has been gigged, loved and played for decades.

Alder has long been the wood of choice for Fender due to its light, springy nature. This reduced weight lets you strut your stuff on stage without getting a sore shoulder, So get focused on conjuring the soul of rock 'n' roll. Painted in the stunning Tahitian Coral, this Custom Strat emits a subtle glow that's very enticing for your viewers. With such an accomplished aesthetic, all eyes are on you.

Ripping riffs with rosewood fingerboard

Sometimes there's nothing quite like the feel of an aged guitar. Something that's been held, loved, and well-worn throughout the years. You know that the fretboard has seen some electrifying riffs and soaring solos, and by holding it yourself you can channel that inspiration. Fender have encapsulated that feel in this awesome laminated rosewood fingerboard. With a huge depth of tone and soft response it's a delight to play. Narrow tall fret wire enhances the power of each note and gifts you excellent pitch bend action.

On the underside of the fretboard is the oval "C" shaped maple neck. Expertly moulded into a comfortable shape, your fretting hand won't get fatigued thanks to this ergonomic design. A cutaway at the top of the neck gives you plenty of room to dazzle at the high notes, and the '60s style nitrocellulose lacquer gifts a slick feel that lets you glide around the neck, enabling rapid chord transitions and thrilling solos. Great feel, smooth action, and attractive style. This neck and fingerboard plays like it's straight out of the 1960's.

Vintage appointments

Every detail has been accounted for. Fender have made sure that each item adorning this excellent Custom guitar is a correct appointment. On the body vintage relic-style dials control your volume and tone, sat next to the '60s Strat pickguard. As previously mentioned, the pickups are all made with period wiring and materials, but importantly so is the vibrato bridge and tremolo arm. Crucial to getting the vintage whammy excitement.

Towards the neck, an accurate '60s truss rod provides stability while micarta white dot inlays crown this timeless look. Vintage Fender tuning machines decorate the headstock and boast an ageless tuning experience. It's clear from the list of features that Fender have striven to get every element of this exactly right.

Top-level security for a top-level instrument

Quality like no other. Despite Fender's renowned robust construction, you might understandably be cautious about transporting this unique beauty. Worry not. Included is a Fender deluxe hardshell case that will preserve your axe and keep it road-ready for years to come. Along with this durable case is a certificate of authenticity from Fender themselves. It's a genuine article and you'll have the documents to prove it.

Specifications

• Model Name: Fender Custom Shop Relic 62 Stratocaster, Sonic Blue
• Model Code: 9237000566
• Serial Number: #R105600

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Finish: Relic Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Colour: Sonic Blue

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: '60s-Style Oval "C"
• Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Fingerboard: AAA Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 21
• Nut: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Position Inlays: White Dots

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '60s Single-Coil Strat®
• Middle Pickup:Custom Shop Hand-Wound '60s Single-Coil Strat®
• Neck Pickup:Custom Shop Hand-Wound '60s Single-Coil Strat®
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
• Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
• Bridge: American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo Relic
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo Relic
• Control knobs: Vintage White Relic®
• Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)
• Pickguard: 60 Strat Nitro G/B/G Relic
• Case: Brown Hardshell Case