Fender Custom Shop Custom Deluxe HB S-1 Stratocaster Relic w/ Closet Classic Hardware Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

The Fender Custom Shop Custom Deluxe HB S-1 Stratocaster Relic limited-edition electric guitar combines the timeless allure of a vintage Strat with modern versatility and top-tier craftsmanship. This limited-run masterpiece features a striking relic lacquer finish, giving it the look and feel of a well-loved, road-worn classic, while the Closet Classic hardware keeps the aesthetic clean and aged just right. With premium tonewoods, handwound pickups and advanced electronics, it's built to inspire—whether you're chasing searing leads, smooth cleans or gritty blues crunch. This Stratocaster isn't just a guitar; it's an invitation to explore the entire spectrum of electric guitar tones with unmatched style and playability.

Relic Finish for Stunning Vintage Aesthetics

Built with a 2-piece select lightweight ash body, this Strat delivers balanced tone with punchy mids, clear highs and a tight low end—the signature Fender sound. The relic'd finish gives it a worn-in, road-tested appearance, like a guitar that's spent decades on stage. It's smooth, resonant and oozes vintage mojo. The thin nitrocellulose lacquer allows the wood to breathe and age naturally, contributing to a richer, more dynamic sound that will continue to evolve with every gig and jam session.

Dark-Tinted Quartersawn Maple Neck for Premium Performance

The Custom Shop's attention to detail shines through in the neck, crafted from dark-tinted quartersawn maple—prized for its strength, stability and enhanced sustain. Carved into a classic '65 C shape, the neck fits naturally in your hand, offering a fast, familiar feel. The dark 3A rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and smoothness to the tone, while the modern 9.5" radius and 22 narrow tall frets make string bends and vibrato effortless without sacrificing vintage style.

Custom Shop Handwound Pickups for Immaculate Tone

The Custom Deluxe HB S-1 Stratocaster blends the best of both worlds—classic single-coil sparkle and humbucking punch. The neck and middle positions feature Custom Shop handwound '69 Strat pickups, delivering bell-like clarity and sweet vintage tones. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup cancels hum in positions 2 and 4 for noise-free chime. The bridge houses a Seymour Duncan SH-4 humbucker, providing hot output and rich harmonic growl when you need to cut through the mix. It's a versatile, powerful setup that handles everything from glassy cleans to high-gain leads with ease.

S-1 Switching and Advanced Tone Control

The HB S-1 wiring takes this Custom Shop Strat to the next level. With a 5-way switch and a push-button S-1 circuit, you get instant access to a wide range of tones. Tone 2 blends the neck pickup into positions 1 and 2, adding warmth and body. Engaging the S-1 switch coil-taps the humbucker, transforming it into a snappy, vintage-voiced single-coil. This setup gives you everything from traditional Strat tones to humbucker crunch and nuanced in-between textures—perfect for players who refuse to be boxed into one sound.

Closet Classic Hardware and Premium Appointments

Fender's Closet Classic hardware gives this Strat an authentic, aged look—like a guitar that's been cherished for decades. The 2-point Custom Classic bridge ensures rock-solid stability and smooth tremolo action, while American Professional staggered tuners and an American Standard chrome string tree keep tuning tight and reliable. A bone nut rounds out the high-end specs, providing enhanced resonance and sustain. The Fender Custom Shop Custom Deluxe HB S-1 Stratocaster Relic limited-edition electric guitar comes packaged with a deluxe hardshell case, a strap and a certificate of authenticity—a true collector's gem built to last a lifetime.