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Key Features
The Fender Custom Shop Rory Gallagher Strat Relic is a stunning recreation of a missed legend. Reincarnating every detail from Rory's Strat, this Custom Shop special is your chance to experience the flair and signature style of one guitar's most influential players. And you'll know it's authentic, because the Custom Shop have had the chance to examine every inch, scratch, and component of the original.
So, what can you expect? Well, nothing short of pure Strat mastery. An early '60s "C" shaped neck and rosewood fretboard present a classic, highly playable combo that allows for seamless riffing. Together with a trio of custom voiced, hand-wound pickups, the rich, balanced twang of Rory's original come to life. Complete with accurate touches like the five Sperzel tuners joined with a single Gotoh machine head, a 12th fret dot marker that's white plastic rather than clay coloured, and, of course, the extremely worn sunburst finish, it'll feel like the genuine article.
Product Ref: 266929
In 1997 Fender's renowned Custom Shop team were able to examine and document Rory's hallowed Stratocaster. From that, a faithful recreation was formed - replicating every detail and characterful sound. It proved so popular and impactful, that Fender are now producing a Tribute Stratocaster with all the same accuracy as their first signature models.
From the aged sunburst finish that's been chipped away after countless gigs, to the array of Sperzel and Gotoh tuning machines, this is the soul, character and feel of the Rory's guitar - right here for you to experience.
So, it looks the part, but how does it sound? Sporting a trio of custom voiced, hand-wound '60s pickups, the answer is pretty accurate! Replicating everything in great detail, you'll enjoy the same balanced tonal response as Rory's single coils. And like Strats from that period, they'll chime with a vintage warmth and a lower-output growl.
Reviving the past. As this is a '60s era signature you can expect a host of period-correct appointments to bring the classic spirit. Starting with a six-saddle vintage style tremolo bridge and a bone nut, it'll deliver a clear, endless sustain to your notes. Teamed up with the eclectic mix of Gotoh and Sperzel tuners, you'll enjoy a solid tuning stability - so you can fire out Gallagher-esque solos all night without worry. Complete with genuine materials, components, and wiring, this is the real deal. Don't miss out on a loving homage to one of guitar's unsung heroes…