The 70th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic from Fender Custom Shop authentically captures the vibe of a well-loved '54 Strat. Its lightly relic'd nitrocellulose lacquer finish and two-piece select ash body are modeled after a prized vintage instrument. The guitar's quartersawn maple neck and fingerboard offer rock-solid stability and singing sustain. It's equipped with a set of Custom Shop Hand-Wound '54 pickups, recreating the legendary tone that defined the Stratocaster's early years. A vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge, tuning machines and control layout stay faithful to Leo Fender's pioneering electric guitar design. With versatile 5-way switching, you can easily switch between pickups to craft classic Strat tones.
Authentic Journeyman Relic Finish With a Vintage Vibe The 70th Anniversary '54 Strat Journeyman Relic lacquer finish artfully recreates the look of a well-loved vintage instrument. Subtle wear along the edges and checking in the nitrocellulose lacquer give the impression of years of devoted playing. Its two-piece select ash body and treble-side offset seam echo Fender's mid-50s manufacturing. The thin nitro finish allows the ash to resonate freely, enhancing your dynamics.
Custom Shop '54 Pickups Channel Pure Vintage Tone This Stratocaster is equipped with a trio of Custom Shop Hand-Wound '54 pickups, recreating the legendary tone of early Strats. The bridge pickup has plenty of bite for searing leads, while the neck pickup delivers warm, round tone perfect for jazz and blues. The middle pickup brings a quacky funkiness. With the 5-way switching, you can blend the pickups to craft iconic in-between Strat tones.
