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Fender Custom Shop 65 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Electric Guitar Super Faded Aged Sherwood Green Metallic over 3-Color Sunburst

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Overview

A '65 Strat with vintage tone and relic craftsmanship.

The Fender Custom Shop 65 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic electric guitar is a stunning tribute to the iconic 1965 Stratocaster, blending vintage aesthetics with modern craftsmanship. Its Super Faded Aged Firemist Silver finish over a classic 3-color sunburst evokes decades of wear, giving the instrument a well-loved, road-worn look without sacrificing performance. Built with a 2-piece select alder body and finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar delivers a resonant and balanced tone. The maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, graded to 3A quality, ensure smooth playability and warmth in every note. Outfitted with Custom Shop hand-wound pickups, this model provides authentic '65 Strat tones, perfect for players seeking classic sonic character alongside premium build quality.

Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound Pickups for Classic Tone

This Fender Stratocaster features Custom Shop hand-wound '65 single-coil pickups in the neck, middle, and bridge positions, ensuring vintage-inspired tone with exceptional clarity and definition. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup delivers hum-canceling capabilities when combined with the neck or bridge pickups, making this guitar ideal for live performances or studio recordings. The 5-way switching system allows seamless transitions between pickup combinations, providing a versatile range of tonal options from glassy highs to punchy mids. Together, these pickups create an unmistakable Strat tone with dynamic response and shimmering articulation.

Premium Alder Body and Nitrocellulose Finish for Resonance

The 2-piece select alder body of this model delivers a balanced tonal foundation, offering tight lows, pronounced mids, and smooth highs. Finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, the guitar's resonance is maximized, allowing the wood to breathe and age naturally over time. The Super Heavy Relic treatment not only enhances its vintage appearance but also adds a tactile, broken-in feel that players will appreciate. This thoughtful combination of tonewoods and finishing techniques ensures that the guitar delivers both visual appeal and tonal performance.

Vintage-Style Hardware for Authentic Playability

This instrument is equipped with a 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo, complete with bent steel saddles for precise intonation and smooth vibrato action. The nickel/chrome hardware finish complements the guitar's relic aesthetic, while the bone nut and vintage-style tuning machines with the Fender logo ensure stable tuning and accurate adjustments. These premium components work together to enhance the player's connection to the guitar, making every note feel natural and expressive. Whether bending strings or diving into tremolo effects, this guitar provides reliable performance.

Rosewood Fingerboard and Maple Neck for Smooth Playability

The 3A-grade rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth surface and warm tonal characteristics, while the narrow tall frets ensure effortless string bends and precise fretting. The maple neck, shaped in an Early '60s profile, is designed for comfort and speed, accommodating intricate chord shapes and fluid lead runs. Mother-of-pearl dot inlays and the Super Heavy Relic finish create a vintage aesthetic that pairs beautifully with its playability. Together, these features make the guitar suitable for extended sessions, allowing players to explore its tonal potential without fatigue.

Perfect for Vintage Tone Enthusiasts and Collectors

The Fender Custom Shop 65 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic electric guitar is tailored for players seeking authentic '60s Strat tone alongside masterful craftsmanship. Its deluxe hardshell case, strap, and Certificate of Authenticity make it an excellent choice for collectors and gigging musicians alike. Whether you're recording in the studio or performing on stage, this guitar offers timeless sound and effortless playability, making it a must-have for discerning Strat enthusiasts.

Features

  • Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish provides superior resonance and classic vintage appeal
  • 2-Piece Select Alder Body delivers balanced tone and lightweight comfort
  • Custom Shop Hand-Wound '65 Single-Coil Pickups produce iconic Strat tones
  • 3A Rosewood Fingerboard ensures smooth fretting and elegant aesthetics
  • Vintage-Style Tuning Machines offer reliable performance and retro styling
  • 6-Saddle Vintage Tremolo adds expressive versatility and sustain
  • Mother of Pearl Dot Inlays enhance visual elegance and fretboard clarity
  • Bone Nut contributes to precise tuning and improved tonal response
  • Deluxe Hardshell Case protects the guitar during travel and storage
  • Nickel Plated Steel Strings provide lasting durability and vibrant tone

Experience the striking Super Faded Aged Firemist Silver finish of the Fender Custom Shop '65 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic. Add this expertly aged classic to your collection and enjoy the unmistakable tone of hand-wound '65 pickups.

Specs

65 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body shape: Stratocaster
  • Body wood: 2-piece select alder
  • Body finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer
  • Color: Super faded aged firemist silver over 3-color sunburst
Neck
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Neck finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer
  • Fingerboard wood: 3A rosewood
  • Fret size: Narrow tall (6105)
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Nut width: 1-11/16" (42 mm)
Hardware
  • Bridge: 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style with Fender logo
  • Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome
  • Pickguard: 3-ply parchment
  • Strings: Nickel plated steel 10-46
Electronics
  • Configuration: SSS
  • Bridge pickup: Custom shop hand-wound 65 single-coil strat
  • Middle pickup: Custom shop hand-wound RWRP 65 single-coil strat
  • Neck pickup: Custom shop hand-wound 65 single-coil strat
  • Controls: Master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle pickups), tone 2 (bridge pickup)
  • Switching: 5-position blade
Case
  • Included accessories: Deluxe hardshell case
  • Case type: Deluxe hardshell
  • Additional accessories: Strap and certificate of authenticity
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