Key Features
- Gorgeous NOS finish with gold hardware
- Superb AAA rated Birdseye wood neck blank
- Exceptional retro tones voiced by hand-wound Fat '50s single coils
- Expressive and resonant vibrato action provided by a vintage bridge assembly
SOLD Fender Custom Shop '59 Stratocaster NOS, Fiesta Red Overview
The Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition '59 Strat NOS is a masterpiece of guitar craftsmanship. Its New Old Stock finish gives it a 'fresh from the shelf' '50s look, and the Fiesta Red hue adds a touch of vintage authenticity. Accented with gold-plated hardware that complements its classic aesthetic, this inspirational Custom Shop beauty is a must-have for lovers of rare Fender guitars. Indeed, with hand-wound Fat '50s single coils, you can expect its tones to match the authenticity of its looks. They're crafted with period-correct materials to ensure complete accuracy in performance, and deliver bright, clear and dynamic sound that's infinitely versatile.
And with its AAA graded neck blank shaped into an classic large "C" profile, you'll get a riffing experience that's not only exceptionally smooth, but gorgeous to look at! The Birdseye swirls are covered with an accurate nitro lacquer finish for a genuine feel and fluid playing action. And while you're busy executing licks and leads, the vintage style bridge assembly with its six bent steel saddles will ensure that your intonation remains true. Complete with a retro style hard case for sturdy protection, you can rest assured that this masterpiece is well protected for travel and storage. And that's not all - a Fender Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the guitar so you can prove its provenance well into the future, so if you're a collector or just looking for a top-notch guitar for gigging or recording, the Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition '59 Strat NOS is an excellent choice that will serve you for a lifetime.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionTravel back in time
Ever wanted to travel back in time and pick up a brand new '50s Strat? Well, the NOS finish on this '59 Strat does exactly that! Through the endless care an attention of the master luthiers at the Custom Shop, they've recreated a pristine model of a '50s instrument, looking and sounding like one straight of the shelf from the last century
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With a body crafted from premium, hand-picked alder for light weight, you'll enjoy a nimble and agile performance that's unlike any other. The featherweight material also boasts a bright and resonant tone to lift the overall character of your notes, and is accompanied by a similarly premium AAA rated cut of maple for the guitar's neck. This has been selected for its gorgeous Birdseye pattern swirls and gives the guitar a bright and articulate tone with great sustain. The fretboard is also made of AAA rated maple, offering responsive and dynamic playability that's smooth and comfortable under your fingers.Hand-wound pickups
The Fat '50s single-coil pickups are hand-wound by the skilled artisans at Fender's Custom Shop, using the same techniques and materials as they did in the 1950s. They deliver a clear and articulate sound that's full of rich harmonics and dynamic sensitivity, perfect for vintage-inspired rock, blues, and jazz playing styles. The pickups are paired with a 5-way selector switch, allowing you to access a range of classic Strat tones that are iconic and timeless.
Specifications
Body
- Wood: Premium Lightweight Alder
- Tone: Balanced with clarity and pronounced midrange and tight lows
- Comfort: Lightweight and comfortable to play for extended periods
- Finish Package: New Old Stock
- Color: Fiesta Red
- Number of Pieces: 2-piece spread
- Finish: Nitro Lacquer
Neck & Fretboard
- Wood (Neck): AAA Birdseye Maple
- Wood (Fretboard): AAA Rosewood
- Tone: Bright and snappy with warmth and depth
- Finish: Nitro Lacquer, Medium Tint
- Neck Blank: Birdseye AAA
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.50" Radius
- Back Shape: Large "C"
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Number of Bolts: 4 Bolt
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Standard Bridge Assembly
- Bridge Assembly: C/S Vint Strat GLD
- Output Assemblies: Vint Gold
- Pickups: Hand-wound '50s Strat single-coil pickups
- Electronics: Standard Strat wiring with master volume and two tone controls
- Switching: 5-way lever CRL switch
- Control Knobs: Strat SM FT tone/volume knobs in Vint Wht
Miscellaneous
- Case: Right-handed case for FCS Strat/Tele Tweed
- No Rear Control Cover or Strap Locks
- Tremolo Arm: Vint Strat GLD and AM Vint Wht tremolo arm tip
- Strings: Uses 010-013-017-026-036-046 string sets for guitar
- Headcap Decals: GTR 54-60 Strat w/OCB
- Pickguard: Custom pickguard with HW Strat Fat 50's pickups
- Wiring: Strat Vint Mod Wiring #2 GLD control assembly with three 250K 10% taper split pots
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