Fender Custom Shop Limited 1961 Stratocaster Heavy Relic - Green Sunburst
🌊 RIDE THE WAVE - Fender Custom Shop 1961 Stratocaster Relic in Stunning Surf GreenThe Holy Grail of Surf Culture - Where Vintage Soul Meets Modern Craftsmanship
Production Order: 1031779908 | Material: 9231009733 | Sequence: 68369
🎸 THE LEGEND REBORN
Step into 1961 - the golden era when the Stratocaster reached its creative peak. This isn't just another guitar; it's a Custom Shop masterpiece that captures the exact DNA of the instruments that shaped rock, surf, and blues history. From the Corona Custom Shop's elite craftsmen comes this stunning Surf Green beauty that looks like it just rode the perfect wave at Malibu.
🏄♂️ SURF GREEN PERFECTION
That iconic Surf Green finish isn't just a color - it's a statement. This is the same finish that graced the guitars of surf legends and garage rock pioneers. The heavy relic treatment gives it that perfectly broken-in vibe, like it's been gigging at the Whisky a Go Go since the Kennedy administration. Every ding tells a story, every fade mark whispers of late-night sessions and packed venues.
🔥 VINTAGE SPECIFICATIONS THAT MATTERBODY & CONSTRUCTION
- Premium Alder Body - The holy grail tonewood that defined '60s Fender tone
- Lightweight & Resonant - Perfectly sorted for optimal sustain and comfort
- Heavy Relic Aging - Authentic wear patterns that took decades to perfect
NECK & FRETBOARD
- Quartersawn Maple Neck - Ultimate stability and vintage-correct grain
- AAA Rosewood Slab Fretboard - The rich, dark rosewood that made '61 legendary
- 1961 "C" Profile - That perfect medium grip that works for rhythm and lead
- 7.25" Radius - Vintage-accurate curve for authentic '60s playing feel
- 21 Vintage Tall Frets - Easy bending without modern compromises
ELECTRONICS & HARDWARE
- Hand-Wound '61 Strat Pickups - Meticulously crafted to vintage specs
- Vintage Wiring Harness - Authentic '60s electronic architecture
- Chrome/Nickel Hardware - Period-correct appointments throughout
- Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo - The bridge that invented the whammy bar
- Fender/Gotoh Vintage Tuners - Rock-solid tuning stability with vintage aesthetics
🎵 THE SOUND THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING
This isn't just about looks - it's about THAT TONE. The hand-wound '61 pickups deliver:
- Bell-like clarity in the neck position for creamy leads
- Glassy chime in positions 2 & 4 for that iconic Strat quack
- Punchy bite in the bridge for cutting through any mix
Whether you're channeling Dick Dale's thunderous surf, Hendrix's psychedelic explorations, or SRV's Texas blues, this guitar has the DNA to get you there.
💎 CUSTOM SHOP EXCLUSIVE FEATURESWhy This Matters:
- Hand-Selected Materials - Every piece of wood personally chosen
- Master Builder Attention - Crafted by Corona's finest luthiers
- Certificate of Authenticity - Your guarantee of Custom Shop quality
- Brown Tolex Hardshell Case - Premium protection for your investment
- Complete Case Candy - Strap, tremolo arm, documentation
🏆 INVESTMENT GRADE QUALITY
Custom Shop Stratocasters aren't just instruments - they're appreciating assets. With current used Custom Shop Strats ranging from high $2,000s through mid $3,000s, and new limited editions commanding premium prices, this represents both incredible playing value and smart collecting.
The Surf Green finish adds significant desirability - it's the color that defined California cool and remains one of the most sought-after vintage finishes.
🌟 WHO THIS GUITAR IS FOR:
- Collectors seeking museum-quality vintage recreation
- Professional Players who demand authentic '60s tone and feel
- Surf & Garage Enthusiasts chasing that authentic retro vibe
- Investment-Minded Musicians building a valuable instrument collection
- Tone Connoisseurs who know the difference hand-wound pickups make
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This isn't just another Stratocaster - it's a time machine in Surf Green. Every curve, every pickup wind, every piece of hardware has been obsessively recreated to transport you back to 1961, when the Strat was king and the possibilities were endless.
Includes:
- Custom Shop Brown Tolex Hardshell Case
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Original Fender Custom Shop Strap
- Tremolo Arm & Case Candy
- Ready to inspire your next masterpiece
"The 1961 Stratocaster represents the pinnacle of pre-CBS Fender design - and this Custom Shop recreation captures every nuance of that magic."
Don't let this wave pass you by. Some guitars are instruments. This one is destiny.
📞 SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY
This is a professional-grade instrument for players and collectors who understand true vintage value.
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| Condition | Mint (Used) Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played.Learn more |
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