Key Features
- Heavy Relic finish provides an authentic vintage aesthetic
- Ash body ensures a light, resonant tone
- Custom neck with AAA rosewood fingerboard offers premium feel
- Vintage 60/63 Strat pickups deliver classic Stratocaster sound
Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster Heavy Relic, Natural Blonde Overview
The Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster Heavy Relic is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, designed to deliver the iconic tone and playability that Fender is famous for. With its heavy relic finish, this guitar replicates the vintage aesthetic of a well-loved instrument from the 1960s. The body is made from select lightweight ash, coated in a striking Natural Blonde nitrocellulose lacquer, enhancing both its visual appeal and tonal resonance.
This exceptional model features a custom neck with a 60's style oval "C" shape and is fitted with a AAA rosewood fingerboard, offering a smooth, comfortable playing experience. It's equipped with vintage 60/63 Strat pickups, providing that authentic Stratocaster sound—crisp, articulate, and versatile enough for any musical genre. Perfect for the discerning guitarist seeking a blend of classic aesthetics and modern functionality, this guitar stands out as a prime example of Fender's legacy in musical innovation.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionVintage aesthetic
The Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster Heavy Relic offers an authentic vintage aesthetic that appeals to both collectors and performers. The heavy relic finish meticulously simulates decades of wear, giving the guitar a storied appearance right out of the box. This visual authenticity is complemented by the Natural Blonde nitrocellulose lacquer, which not only enhances the guitar's appearance but also contributes to its musical resonance, offering a visual and auditory experience that harks back to the golden era of rock and roll.
Exceptional tone quality
The selection of lightweight ash for the body is a crucial aspect of the guitar's design, contributing significantly to its tonal quality. Ash is renowned for its bright, resonant sound, which enhances the clarity and sustain of the guitar's notes. Combined with a nitrocellulose finish, the body allows the guitar to breathe and resonate more freely, producing a rich, full-bodied sound that is ideally suited for a wide range of musical styles, from blues to rock.
Comfortable playability
The neck of the Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster is crafted from quarter-sawn maple, a method known for its increased stability and resistance to warping. Topped with an AAA grade rosewood fingerboard, the neck offers a luxurious playing experience, with a 60's style oval "C" profile that fits comfortably in the hand. The smooth rosewood provides a soft yet responsive surface for the fingers, making complex solos and extended playing sessions effortless.
Premium electronics
This model is equipped with vintage 60/63 Strat pickups, which are crucial in delivering the classic Stratocaster sound. The pickups provide a balanced tone across all positions, with the middle pickup reverse wound for noise cancellation, enhancing the guitar's versatility in studio and live settings. The 5-way switching and custom vintage wiring further allow for nuanced tone shaping, ensuring that the guitar can adapt to a variety of sonic landscapes, from clean, shimmering tones to gritty, overdriven sounds.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop '62 Stratocaster Heavy Relic, Natural Blonde
- Product Code: 9236081156
Body
- Material: Light-weight ash
- Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer, Natural Blonde
- Construction: 2-piece
- Body Type: Stratocaster
Neck & Fretboard
- Material: Maple (neck), AAA rosewood (fretboard)
- Neck Profile: 60's style oval "C"
- Fretboard Radius: 9.50 inches
- Frets: 21, Jumbo 6100 fret wire
- Nut: Bone
- Neck Finish: Nitro lacquer, dark tint
Hardware & Electronics
- Pickups: HW 60/63 Strat neck, mid RWRP, and bridge
- Controls: 5-way switch, vintage-modified wiring
- Bridge: C/S vintage Strat relic
- Tuners: Vintage with Fender logo relic
- Hardware Finish: Chrome/Nickel
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