Here you have a 2011 American Standard Stratocaster with lots of upgrades including the classic David Gilmour pickup configuration that he's used to achieve his amazing sound for decades. Here's a list:
*Fender official Pink Paisley pickguard 11-hole pickguard (not available as an aftermarket part; this was pulled off a pink paisley Fender strat which why you never see them on the market by themselves.
White pickup covers, knobs, and switch button.
*3 250K Split Shaft CTS pots
*Sprague Orange Drop Capacitor
*5-way switch
*Vintage style push back wire
*Seymour Duncan SSL-5 bridge pickup
Fender Custom Shop '69 Strat middle pickup
Fender Custom Shop Fat '50s Strat neck pickup
Mini Toggle switch (this allows you flip the switch a
& access ALL 3 pickups at the same time.)
Mini Toggle switch to add the neck pickup to the output signal no matter where the 5-way switch is. (7-way feature) This feature is good to have the bridge and neck pickup selected at the same time for a tele middle position sound. You can also combine all three pickups.
The pickguard was all hand wired and tested for correct functionality.
SSL-5 Bridge
Though it looks like the SSL-1 and has that distinct vintage tone, the SSL-5's over-wound coil yields higher output, more sustain and great harmonics. The result is a pickup that rocks hard and cuts through the mix, but cleans up nicely when you back off the volume. Includes white cover.
'69 Middle
Fender Custom Shop '69 Strat Pickups offer you a unique construction and vibe. These are the guitar pickups that can deliver the coveted clear, transparent highs; thumping lows; and bleeding midrange response and feel that define electric guitar tone as we know it.
Construction:
Just like the originals, these Fender pickups are built using height-staggered Alnico V magnets and a special gray bobbin.
Fat 50's Neck
The Fender Fat '50s Strat Pickup Set gives you calibrated pickups constructed with hand-beveled, staggered Alnico V magnets and Formvar magnet wire. '50s Strat Pickups deliver enhanced bass response without the harsh midrange. The middle pickup is reverse wound/reverse polarity for hum canceling in positions 2 and 4. OEM on Custom Shop Fender Showmaster series Stratocaster guitars.
The condition of the guitar is about as close to new as you can get. It basically IS new (it was purchased for my daughter who never touched it). There are no dings, scratches or any wear whatsoever except for 1 tiny area where there is a slight discoloration (see the LAST pic); it isn't dented & you can't feel this. Not sure where it came from & it may come off, but I haven't touched it as it isn't something you really notice. We only recently took off the plastic from the back spring cover. The pick guard was purchased afterwards & sent out to a custom shop to have the pickups & everything installed, so that is all brand new. Before installing the new guard assembly , the guitar was shielded using adhesive copper foil shielding to try & cut down on any RFI (Radio Frequency interference).
Only other thing I mention is that it could probably use a proper a set up; the guitar originally had 009's on it, & after the work, I restrung it with bottom heavy 10's; I didn't adjust anything other than the spring tension for the bridge, so if you want to go back to 009's it should be good to go. If you want use something heavier, adjust the springs/bridge accordingly & check the intonation. I also experimented with raising & lowering the pickups, so- set it up & dial it in however you like.
The guitar does come with a hardshell TSA case with key & leather strap. These cases are great because you can fly with them & they can be easily inspected because the TSA has a universal key that will open these without them having to break into the case & cause damage!
Be sure to check the video clip to hear the guitar in action !
