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Key Features
The Fender Custom Shop '67 HSS Strat Journeyman Relic is a tribute to the iconic vintage design of the original Stratocaster. Equipped with a Shawbucker Zebra bridge pickup and two hand-wound Strat Fat 64s, the HSS Strat offers a unique tonal palette that is both versatile and dynamic. The bridge provides hot, humbucking tones while the Strat Fat 64s offer rich, single coil sounds for an ultimately balanced and responsive playing experience. What's more, the 5-way pickup selector switch allows for quick and seamless transitions, making it easy to find your ideal harmonic. This guitar offers an unparalleled level of clarity and definition.
Crafted with precision and care, the Strat Journeyman Relic boasts an exceptional build quality that is second to none. Its alder wood body and quartersawn maple neck provide a robust and resonant tonal foundation, while the nitrocellulose lacquer finish offers an authentic vintage aesthetic that will only get better with age. The AAA rosewood fingerboard not only looks stunning but also offers a smooth experience and warm tonal qualities, making this guitar a joy to play for hours on end. Its relic finish offers a distinctive, vintage look that captures the essence of the original Strat and adds character to the guitar's appearance. Get ready to rock out in style.
Product Ref: 241345
Equipped with a Shawbucker Zebra bridge pickup, as well as a hand-wound Strat Fat 64 middle and neck pickup, the HSS Strat offers a wide range of tonal qualities that can be adjusted to match any style. Its Shawbucker bridge is designed to deliver a high output with enhanced clarity, making it perfect for rock and metal genres, whilst the hand-wound Strat Fat 64 middle and neck offer smooth and warm tones that are ideal for blues and jazz players.
The volume and tone controls allow you to shape your sound to suit your preferences. Its 5-way pickup selector switch also makes it easy to transition between pickups, enabling you to create a unique sonic that stands out. From bright and cutting voicings to something warm and mellow, the Fender Custom Shop '67 offers the versatility needed to achieve any desired harmonic.
Your playing experience is at the forefront of Journeyman Relic. Its smooth, elegant contours of the alder body and quartersawn maple neck, combined with a '65 C shape neck profile and twenty-one jumbo frets, provide superior comfort that caters to guitarists of all skill levels. And with an AAA rosewood fingerboard, you are guaranteed a smooth experience with its effortless glide, while the mother-of-pearl inlays add a distinct visual appeal.
Topping off this guitar is a nitrocellulose lacquer finish and relic treatment, which lend the guitar its distinct aged appearance and superior tone quality. The guitar's exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in every element of its design, from the wiring of the pickups to the placement of the controls. An unparalleled playing experience that is unmatched by its competitors.
High-quality hardware works together to enhance this Custom Shop's sound and playability. The vintage-style Stratocaster bridge boasts six individually adjustable saddles that provide string stability and precise intonation adjustments. And with the upgraded '60s relic tremolo arm, you are provided with smooth, effortless, and unique vibrato and pitch effects. What's more, its vintage-style tuners not only add a classic look but also ensure accurate tuning. With a '68 Strat HSS shell nitro relic pickguard, this guitar offers a distinct visual appeal while also protecting the body from potential damage. Each element of the hardware has been thoughtfully chosen and designed to ensure that the Strat Journeyman Relic not only looks great but also performs exceptionally well.
The relic finish on the Fender Custom Shop '67 is a defining feature that sets it apart from other guitars. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives the guitar a distinct vintage appearance that looks well-worn and aged. This treatment further adds to the unique character by simulating years of use, complete with scratches, dents, and wear marks. Each guitar has its own unique relic pattern, making each one truly one-of-a-kind.
Not only does this enhance the visual appeal but can also affect its sound. This treatment can make the wood more resonant, which can improve the overall tone of the guitar. The process of aging the guitar also removes some of the stiffness in the wood, which can make it easier to play. An aesthetically appealing model, perfect choice for guitarists who are looking for a vintage-inspired instrument with modern features and superior quality.