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Explanation
"New relics have a nice vibe, but they feel a bit artificial." "I want the convincing sound of an instrument that's truly been played." Do you ever feel that way?
In reality, while relic finishes achieve high visual authenticity, instruments lacking genuine playing history can retain a youthful quality in their sound and vibration. Even if it looks vintage, if the tone and response don't match, it struggles to earn trust on stage.
This 2021 Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Relic transcends that barrier. While it originally featured the Custom Shop's highly refined relic finish, it has been further played in, fusing the artificial with the real to become a genuine heavy relic.
It features a slab board replicating pre-mid-1962 specifications, a maple neck with quarter-sawn wood for high rigidity and stability, and a modern playability with a flatter 9.5-inch radius fingerboard than vintage models. Crafted from premium rosewood and carefully selected woods through the Custom Shop's uncompromising, time-intensive process, this is a Stratocaster of a higher caliber.
Realistic relic processing + actual use lend it authentic character, while its playability accommodates lower string heights and its fully developed tone makes it ready for action. It's a reliable instrument for any setting: studio, live, or recording.
Recommended for players seeking vintage feel through tone, not just appearance; those wanting a relic model for practical use; and anyone searching for a Strat that balances modern playability with vintage tone.
It perfectly bridges the gap for those who find standard relic finishes lacking and real vintage models too challenging. Experience the persuasive power of a well-played Custom Shop guitar embodied by this instrument.
Electric Guitars/Electric GuitarsBass/Effector/Amplifiers (Tuning Warranty: Up to 5 years) If your instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will repair it free of charge.The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitars (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months) We will provide free service for defects arising from normal use for 1 or 6 months after purchase.
Wind Instruments (Up to 1 year) Upon arrival, we clean the interior of the instrument, replace consumables as needed, and perform any necessary repairs and maintenance. If the instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound during normal use, we will provide free service.
