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Fender Custom Shop '59 Stratocaster in Shell Pink Journeyman Relic

Weight 7.7lbs

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SKU: GBI20-151+R107953

Product Description

This Fender Custom Shop Strat is special in so many ways and we’re happy to say that our very own Captain Anderton and Danish Pete spec’d this guitar up themselves. It’s a stunning mixture of what we feel are the best specs you could want on a Strat.

Lightweight Ash Body

While Fender transitioned to alder bodies in the late '50s, for this guitar we’ve opted for the original Strat body wood, ash. Ash has an impressive natural resonance which really helps the notes ring out. It also has the added benefit of being lightweight so it won’t take a toll on your back while you’re standing up. The body has been given the relic treatment which gives it that vintage, well-played look and is finished in shell pink with a tortoiseshell pickguard for a truly unique look.

Comfortable, Worn-In Neck

The neck shape is a “Large C” profile which is a versatile shape that accommodates a range of playing styles and fills the hand nicely without feeling too cumbersome. The neck has also been relic’d for an instantly familiar feel that’s smooth and worn-in.

For the fingerboard, we’ve gone for rosewood which offers a smooth and natural-feeling playing surface with Narrow Tall 6105 frets to give you great control over your bends and vibrato. The fingerboard is a more modern 9.5” radius which is more comfortable for soloing and note bends but still has some curve for comfortably fretting chords.

Vintage Strat Tone

With a guitar that has the look of a vintage instrument you, of course, want the tone to match. This is where the pickups come in. With a ‘69 Strat pickup in the neck and a ‘65 Strat pickup in the middle position you get that pure iconic Strat tone you know and love. In the bridge is something less-traditional, the Texas Special. Named after that gritty Texas Blues tone, the Texas Special is an overwound Strat pickup that provides a fatter and more aggressive sound for when you really want to turn up the gain.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Wood: Ash
  • Finish: Journeyman Relic Nitro-Cellulose

Neck

  • Neck Shape: Large "C"
  • Radius: 9.5
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Truss Rod: Early 60s
  • Dots: Micarta White 
  • Fret Wire: Narrow Tall 6105
  • Number of frets: 21
  • 4-Bolt neck joint

Hardware

  • Hardware Finish: Chrome/Nickel
  • Bridge: American Vintage Strat
  • Tuners: Vintage With Fender Logo

Electronics

  • Bridge Pickup: Texas Special
  • Middle Pickup: Reverse '65 Strat
  • Neck Pickup: '69 Strat
  • Wiring: Strat Vintage Modern Wiring #2 (master volume, tone 1 for neck and middle, tone 2 for bridge)

Other

  • Case: Tweed Custom Shop Case
  • Certificate of Authenticity
  • Fender Custom Shop 'Traveller' Case Candy

Finance available at checkout for orders £300+

How do I use instant finance?

It's simple! Just add the products you want to your basket and click the "Checkout" button in your basket. Go through the checkout process and tick the "Finance" option under "Select Your Payment Method". You can then choose which finance term you'd like to apply for, and change your deposit if you wish.

At the end of the checkout you'll be taken to the V12 Finance web site. This is where your finance application is processed. Assuming your application is accepted you'll be able to place your deposit and confirm your order right there.

Then, your order will come through to Andertons and we'll send you the goods. Get approval before 3pm and we'll send your order out the same working day (stock permitting) for next working day delivery!

Who can apply for finance?

You must: spend over £300, be at least 18 years of age, have been a UK resident for 3 years or more, be able to make repayments by Direct Debit, be in regular employment (minimum of 16 hours per week) including self-employment, or in permanent residence with your partner who is in regular employment.

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Andertons Music Company's Registered Office: 58-59 Woodbridge Road, Guildford, GU1 4RF. Andertons Music Company acts as a credit broker and not a lender and only offers credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. Not all products offered by Secure Trust Bank PLC are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Andertons Music Company is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, firm registration number 716155. Credit provided subject to age and status.