Key Features
- Stunning Relic finish replicates veteran guitars
- Custom '56 "V" neck profile ensures optimal comfort and playability
- Vintage Fat '50s pickups provide rich, nuanced Stratocaster tones
- Includes a tweed case for stylish, secure transportation and storage
Fender Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster Relic MN, Black #R131057 Overview
The Fender Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster Relic MN is a masterfully crafted recreation of a classic, evoking the spirit and tone of the mid-1950s. Its distinctive relic finish not only captures the aesthetic of decades of play but also enhances the natural resonance and warmth of its alder body. Coupled with a nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar ages gracefully, developing a richer character as it matures.
This exquisite instrument features a custom neck with a '56 "V" profile, tailored for a comfortable grip that facilitates fluid playability across all 21 narrow tall frets. Equipped with hand-wound Fat '50s pickups, it delivers the crystalline highs and robust lows synonymous with the Stratocaster name. A classic tweed case completes the package, ensuring the guitar remains a cherished piece for performances, recording, and display.
Product Ref: 245562
Full Description
View Full DescriptionRelic finish
The relic finish of the Fender Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster Relic MN not only gives it a visually stunning vintage appeal but also contributes to its acoustic qualities. This weathered appearance is meticulously crafted to replicate the wear and tear on a decades-old instrument, offering players the charisma and allure of an aged guitar without the typical drawbacks of older instruments.
Custom neck profile
The custom '56 "V" neck profile is designed for ergonomic comfort and performance. Its unique shape fits snugly into the player's hand, allowing for extended playing sessions without discomfort. This feature, combined with the smooth maple fretboard and precisely crafted frets, ensures that the guitar delivers exceptional playability that is both responsive and forgiving.
Vintage tone quality
Equipped with Fat '50s Strat pickups, the guitar produces a sound that is rich in historical depth yet vibrant and full of life. These pickups are renowned for their ability to capture the nuanced dynamics of a player's technique, offering a balanced tone that is perfect for both clean and overdriven settings. The vintage tone quality makes it suitable for a wide array of musical genres, from blues to rock to jazz.
Protective tweed case
Complementing this exquisite guitar is its classic Fender tweed case, which is as stylish as it is functional. The case provides robust protection against physical impacts, temperature changes, and humidity, making it an ideal companion for touring musicians. The iconic tweed material not only safeguards the instrument but also echoes the vintage aesthetic of the guitar itself, making it a complete package for enthusiasts and professional performers alike.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster Relic MN, Black
- Product Code: 9237001615
Body
- Material: Alder
- Colour: Black
- Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Construction: 2-piece
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Material: Maple Plain Grain
- Neck Profile: 10/56 "V"
- Fretboard: None (Maple Neck)
- Frets: 21 Narrow Tall / 6105
- Fretboard Radius: 9.50" Radius
Hardware & Electronics
- Pickups: Strat Fat '50s Set (Neck, Mid RWRP, Bridge)
- Bridge: American Vintage Stratocaster Bridge Relic
- Control Assembly: Strat Modern with 250K pots
- Tuning Machines: Vintage with Fender Logo, Relic
- Pickguard: '56 Strat, .060 Parchment Relic
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