High-Octane Japanese Craftsmanship Meets Modern Lead Virtuosity

The Fender Richie Kotzen Signature Stratocaster in Transparent White Burst is built for players who demand massive tone, high-speed playability, and striking stage presence. Originally built exclusive to the Japanese market and now available worldwide, this guitar blends elegant aesthetics with heavy-hitting performance features specified by the rock fusion virtuoso himself.

Crafted with a highly resonant Ash body capped by a figured Flame Maple top and pearloid body binding, the instrument is finished in a shimmering Transparent White Burst that highlights the grain below. The silky 1-piece Maple neck is carved to Kotzen's preferred "Thick C" back profile, paired with a flat 12-inch radius Maple fingerboard and 22 Jumbo frets for big sustain, effortless pitch bends, and fast chordal navigation.

Sonic firepower is delivered by a specialized set of three DiMarzio Custom Single-Coil pickups. These pickups are voice-matched to offer high-output punch, vocal mid-range bite, and dynamic clarity across all 5 switch positions—cutting through heavy rhythm tracks and singing lead lines with ease.

Hardware appointments include high-grade Gold hardware, a 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo, Gotoh locking tuners for rock-solid pitch stability, and a 3-ply Pearloid pickguard to complete the high-end custom look.

Sanctuary Tone & Intent Profile

• Best For: Hard Rock, Fusion, Blues Rock, Technical Shred, and Studio Recording
• Tone Profile: Dynamic, punchy, and articulate with rich sustain, thick mids, and sweet top-end chime
• Compared To: Custom high-performance S-style builds with thick necks and flat fingerboard radii
• Sanctuary Expert Note: "The Richie Kotzen Strat is a modern tone powerhouse. Featuring a chunky 'Thick C' neck profile for massive sustain and a custom DiMarzio pickup configuration, it delivers screaming lead tones and glassy rhythms with zero effort."

Key Specifications:

• Model Name: Richie Kotzen Stratocaster®
• Body Wood: Ash with Flame Maple Laminated Top
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester in Transparent White Burst with Pearloid Binding
• Neck Wood: 1-Piece Maple
• Neck Profile: "Thick C" Shape
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
• Frets: 22 Jumbo Frets
• Nut Width & Material: 1.650" (42 mm) Synthetic Bone
• Pickups: DiMarzio® Custom Single Coil (Bridge, Middle, Neck)
• Controls & Switching: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck), Tone 2 (Bridge/Middle), 5-Position Blade
• Hardware Color: Gold
• Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh® Cast/Sealed Locking
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Pearloid
• Strings: Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

Stock photos shown, individual color/grain will vary from guitar to guitar.

Series: Made in Japan Artist Body Material: Ash with Flame Maple Laminated Top Body Finish: Gloss Polyester Neck: Maple, Thick “C” Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Fingerboard: Maple, 12” (305 mm) Frets: 22, Super Jumbo Position Inlays: Black Pearloid Dots Nut (Material/Width): Synthetic Bone, 1.650” (42 mm) Tuning Machines: Gotoh® with Pearl Buttons Scale Length: 25.5” (64.77 cm) Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo Pickguard: 3-Ply Pearloid Pickups: DiMarzio® Custom Single Coil (Bridge), DiMarzio® Custom Single-Coil (Middle), DiMarzio® Custom Single-Coil (Neck) Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Middle Pickup) Control Knobs: White Plastic Hardware Finish: Gold Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) Case/Gig Bag: Included: Gig Bag