{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-1963-stratocaster-mahogany-relic-crimson-red-transparent","title":"Fender Custom Shop 1963 Stratocaster Mahogany Body Relic Crimson Red Transparent","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cheader\u003eThe Fender Custom Shop is known for crafting some of the finest electric guitars out there, whether it's a true vintage creation, an entirely new concept, or something in between.  We feel that some of the coolest are the guitars that have a vintage vibe, with a twist.  Here we have a beautiful Fender Custom Shop '63 Relic Stratocaster with the rare feature of having a mahogany body, in the beautiful color of Crimson Red Transparent to show the wood grain nicely.\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader\u003eMahogany is a wood that you don't see very often on Strats - Fender rarely does it - which is exactly why we spec'ed out this guitar like this.  While most Strats are alder or ash, we had the Custom Shop pick out a piece of Fiji Mahaogany for the body.  This gives this particular Strat a different tonal quality - bass heavy with punchy highs and a focused mid-range.  It helps with increased sustain.  This is great for a lot of styles of music, but not if you're looking for an really bright or snappy Strat sound.  However, if you're looking for a darker and warm tone, this is the right guitar for you.  \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The quartersawn maple neck is super comfortable with the 60's Oval \"C\" carve (the most popular for Custom Shop Strat), 6105 frets and a 9.5\" radius for easy playability on a AAA rosewood fretboard.  We've had a lot of Custom Shop Strats here, and this is amongst the best playing that we've had.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the pickups, we kept it real, going with the base model Custom Shop '60's Strat pickup set.  These recreate the sound of a classic mid-60's Strat, using Alnico 5 magnets and a vintage stagger, with strong output and a nice, even response across the tonal spectrum.  You get glistening, glass-like highs, and warm, punchy lows.  It's the classic sound, known and loved for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough a relic'd guitar finish is almost as common these days as a flawless factory finish, it the was Fender Custom Shop that pioneered the process and know it better than anyone. You get a look and feel that's used but not abused.  Totally broken in, but holds up like a brand new electric guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar also includes a Custom Shop case, strap and Certificate of Authenticity.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for something \"classic\" but with a unique twist, this is it.  Come to Truetone Music to try it out, or make it yours right here now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial # R141345\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart # 9231016090\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.8 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish Package: Relic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Nitro Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Crimson Red Transparent \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: 3 Ply Mint Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Custom Shop 60's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle Pickup: \u003cspan\u003eCustom Shop 60's\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: \u003cspan\u003eCustom Shop 60's\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Fiji Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Quartersawn Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard: AAA Rosewood \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDots: Micarta \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Shape: 60's Oval \"C\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretwire: 6105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadius: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Nut Width: 1.650\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness at 1st Fret: .790\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness at 12th Fret: .930\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Butt Width: 2.200\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuners: Vintage \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString Guide: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch: 5 Way\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring: Modern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fender Custom Shop Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46802199544051,"sku":"00FCS408","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/1-Img19830.jpg?v=1741979122","url":"https:\/\/www.truetonemusic.mom\/products\/fender-custom-shop-1963-stratocaster-mahogany-relic-crimson-red-transparent","provider":"Truetone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}