When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Fender Custom Shop LTD ‘50s Stratocaster Relic

Color: Super Aged Desert Sand Weight:7lbs 12oz/7.8lbs Serial: R147801

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

A Time Capsule of Tone

This isn't just a guitar; it's a meticulously crafted homage to a golden era. The Fender Custom Shop LTD '50s Stratocaster Relic is a masterclass in vintage vibe and modern playability, delivering the authentic snap and chime that defined a decade of music. Finished in a stunning Super Aged Desert Sand and topped with a gold anodized pickguard, it looks and feels like a cherished instrument with a lifetime of stories to tell, and it's ready for you to write the next chapter. Every detail, from the light fret ghosting to the carefully checked finish, feels earned and authentic.

The Heart of the Vibe: A Perfectly Sculpted Neck

Let's talk feel. The neck is where you connect with the music, and this Strat delivers an experience that's pure vintage Fender. The 5/4 quarter-sawn maple neck is carved into an 11/56 Off-Center "V" profile, a comfortable, asymmetrical shape that fills the hand beautifully for chording while allowing the thumb easy access over the top for bluesy bends. Paired with a 9.50" radius maple fingerboard and Narrow Tall (6105) frets, it offers a perfect bridge between vintage feel and modern bending capability. The unfinished, relic'd back feels like it's been played for decades, smooth, fast, and utterly inspiring.

Sonic Authenticity: Hand-Wound '56 Pickups

Plug it in, and the magic really happens. A trio of Hand-Wound 11/56 Stratocaster pickups provides the engine for this tone machine. These pickups are the real deal, delivering the glassy highs, tight lows, and vocal-like midrange that made the '50s Strat an icon. They clean up with crystalline clarity and bite with a satisfying grit when you dig in. The 5-way switch and Vintage MOD Strat#2 wiring offer all the classic tones you crave, from the sharp cut of the bridge to the warm, flute-like tones of the neck, and all the clucky, bell-like chimes in between. This is the sound you've heard on countless records, right at your fingertips.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Top Wood: Alder

Body Style: 56 Stratocaster

Neck Pickup: Hand Wound 11/56 Stratocaster Neck Relic

Middle Pickup: Hand Wound 11/56 Stratocaster Middle Relic

Bridge Pickup: Hand Wound 11/56 Stratocaster Bridge Relic

Controls: Stratocaster Vintage MOD Strat#2 GB Relic

Neck Mounting: 4 Bolt

Bridge Holes: RSD Stratocaster Relic

Bridge: RSD Stratocaster Relic

Output: Vintage Stratocaster Relic

String Tree: American Vintage 56-58 Relic

Trem Arm: RSD Stratocaster Relic

Pickguard: Stratocaster Aluminum 8HL Gold Relic

Selector Switch: 5-Way Switch Lever Control

Pots: 250K 10% Audio Metal

Neck Like: 58 Stratocaster CC/Relic

Neck Wood: 5/4 Quarter Sawn Maple

Fingerboard: Maple

Truss Rod: 50’s

# of Frets: 21

Tuning Keys: Vintage Fender Logo WHT BTN

Head Style: Small

Head Scoop: 58

Fret Wire: Narrow Tall/6105

Facedots: Micarta Black .250

Fretboard Radius: 9.50” Radius

Nut Width: 1.685”

Butt Width: 2.200”

Neck Shape: 11/56 Off Center “V”

1st Fret: .820”

12th Fret: .890”

Nut: Bone

Side Dots: Micarta Black 3/32”

Decal: 54-60 Strat w/OCB

Special Notes: Unfinished NB Relic, Light Fret Ghosting, Solid Shaft Pots

Case: Fender Custom Shop Strat/Tele Tweed

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.