{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-masterbuilt-dale-wilson-1965-stratocaster-heavy-relic-firemist-silver-over-chocolate-3-tone-sunburst","title":"Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt Dale Wilson 1965 Stratocaster Heavy Relic Firemist Silver Over Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMasterbuilt Dale Wilson '65 Strat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruetone Music is proud to have a long and close relationship with Fender, especially with the Custom Shop.  Every so often, we make a pilgrimage there to sit down with Masterbuilders to cook up a batch of amazing guitars.  Sometimes we go for vintage-styled recreations, sometimes we go for modernized tweaks.  Sometimes it's a classic color, sometimes it's a totally new color or even reclaimed wood.  No matter what, they\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ealways\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eknock it out of the park!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis killer 1965 Stratocaster is a result of this partnership.  In 2018, we met with Masterbuilder Dale Wilson and came up with the idea for this guitar.  We specifically ask the builders what they would like to build, colors they want to use, etc., in an effort to partner on guitar they are excited to build.  That was the genesis of this amazing '65 Strat Heavy Relic in Firemist Silver over Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst.  After a 3 year wait, it exceeded our expectations in every way.  Unsurprisingly, it sold immediately.  We then ordered it again - now, after a 5 year wait, here it is again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis color combination of Firemist Silver Over Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst was Dale's idea - that, along with the Heavy Relic finish, is what grabs your attention right away.  There's really no way to describe it, but that's what the photos are for!  Be sure to check out the level of detail shown.  Dale has his own unique style to relic'ing, and for those that know, they will recognize it right away.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe other main calling card of this Stratocaster is the roasted AAA Flame Maple neck.  We've seen a lot of flame necks here but not many like this.  We asked Dale to pick the best piece of flame maple that he could, and he most definitely did.  The roasting treatment gives it an aged, darkened look that matches the guitar perfectly.  We chose to keep this guitar period correct and went with a '65 Strat \"C\" neck shape.  It's a very comfortable vintage feeling neck, slightly thicker than a lot of Custom Shop guitars (which quite often have a 60's Oval \"C\" shape).  It's capped by a AAA Rosewood fretboard that has a 9.5 radius and Narrow Tall (6105) frets.  This makes it easy to play, even up high on the neck when bending notes.  We also went with Mother of Pearl dots and a '65 Strat gold logo.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt's not just about looks and feel.  The third element - the sound - is where this guitar really shines.  We want to stay true to the unmistakable tone of a vintage Strat, so the guitar is loaded with Josefina Handwound '65 Strat pickups.  They provide the powerful, clean and clear mid-60's Strat tones that the era is known for.  These are vintage correct pickups, made just like they were back in 1965.  Enamel-coated wire and wax potting create warm, vintage-style tones, and the Alnico 5 magnets add focus and enhanced dynamics.  Staggered polepieces balance volume and output across every string.  This makes this Strat very versatile, suitable for many styles.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe stayed period correct for the hardware, going with vintage tuners, bridge, etc.  This is a classic '65 Strat, with modern playability (as well as a 5-way switch), and an unbelievably cool look.  It comes with a deluxe hardshell case, strap and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout the Masterbuilder\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDale Wilson arrived at Fender in 2003, joined the Custom Shop in 2005 and became a Master Builder in 2011. Building guitars has been a driving passion for the California native since childhood. “Ever since I can remember, I’ve always loved guitars,” he said. “I didn’t dream of being a rock star; I dreamed of building the ultimate guitar. I was equally enthralled with the guitars just as much as I was with the players”.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodworking runs in the Wilson family, and the requisite Custom Shop zeal for outstanding craftsmanship has long been part of Dale’s DNA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe enjoys calling upon his extensive and varied experience as a craftsman to create highly distinctive guitars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDale's style of relic'ing is instantly recognizable, and his craftmanship is second to none - this is largely why his waitlist has grown immensely, to the point that Fender isn't taking orders for him at this point.  We feel lucky to have this guitar....though we don't expect to have it for long.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Masterbuilt instrument is like no other, and this is truly something special, built by one of the most revered builders in the Custom Shop's history.  Come Truetone Music to experience it today, or make it yours right here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial # CZ587123\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel# 9213000569\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish Package: Heavy Relic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Nitro Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Firemist Silver over Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Alder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Roasted AAA Flame Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Shape: '65 Strat \"C\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard: AAA Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretwire: 6105 Narrow Tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadius: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDots: Mother of Pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Nut Width: 1.650\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness at 1st Fret:  .820\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness at 12th Fret:  .974\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Butt Width: 2.200\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: 3-Ply Parchment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Josefina Handwound '65 Strat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle Pickup:  \u003cspan\u003eJosefina Handwound '65 Strat\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup:  \u003cspan\u003eJosefina Handwound '65 Strat\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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 Synchronized Tremolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Plate: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack Plate: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch: 5 Way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePots: 250K 10% Taper Split\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring: Standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Custom Shop Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41212689186997,"sku":"00FCS228","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/1-Img49129.jpg?v=1787964790","url":"https:\/\/www.truetonemusic.mom\/products\/fender-custom-shop-masterbuilt-dale-wilson-1965-stratocaster-heavy-relic-firemist-silver-over-chocolate-3-tone-sunburst","provider":"Truetone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}