Step back into the golden era of rock 'n' roll with this incredible Fender Custom Shop '63 Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic. This magnificent instrument channels the precise vibe, look, and soul of a hard-traveled pre-CBS legend. Built with a lightweight, premium two-piece ash body covered in a mesmerizing "color-over-color" super thin lacquer finish—Super Faded Aged Seafoam Green over a classic 3-Color Sunburst—it looks like it has survived decades of smoky clubs, world tours, and intense stage presence. The iconic Stratocaster design has been embraced by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, and John Frusciante, and this Custom Shop masterpiece carries that exact same historic, fiery DNA.

The magic of this Strat lies deep within its tonewoods and electronics. The rift-sawn maple neck features a comfortable '63 Strat style "C" profile, topped with a gorgeous, dark round-lam AAA rosewood fretboard that feels broken-in from the very first chord. Under the hood, a trio of Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat pickups delivers that unmistakable vintage spank, chiming clarity, and warm midrange punch. Paired with a Fat '50s 1/2 blend wiring setup, you get an incredibly versatile tonal palette that lets you dial in the perfect balance of neck and bridge bite. It's a sonic time machine that plays like a dream.

This guitar is a proud part of the 2023 Collection Time Machine series. Every ding, scratch, and worn edge on this Super Heavy Relic has been meticulously crafted by Fender's elite luthiers to provide ultimate resonance and an unparalleled vintage feel. Whether you are laying down blues licks, classic rock riffs, or modern ambient textures, this '63 Stratocaster is built to inspire your creativity and stand out on any stage.

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Stunning Color-over-Color Finish: Features a breathtaking Super Faded Aged Seafoam Green over a 3-Color Sunburst lacquer finish with a Super Heavy Relic treatment.

Premium Lightweight Ash Body: Selected specifically for its light weight, providing incredible natural resonance, comfort, and sweet sustain.

Hand-Wound Vintage Pickups: Equipped with three Custom Shop Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat pickups for authentic, bell-like pre-CBS tone.

Fat '50s Blend Wiring: Offers premium electronic control with a 1/2 blend circuit, unlocking unique tonal combinations and ultimate versatility.

Exquisite Rift-Sawn Maple & AAA Rosewood: A stable, comfortable '63 "C" shape rift-sawn maple neck paired with a premium AAA round-lam rosewood fingerboard.

Body Wood: 2-Piece Ash

Neck Wood: Maple Rift Sawn

Left/Right Handed: Right Handed

Fretboard Wood: AAA Rosewood (Round Lam)

Scale Length: 25.5"

Fretboard Radius: 9.50"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Vintage Clay Dots

Neck Profile: 63 Strat Style "C"

Finish: Super Thin Lacquer (Super Heavy Relic)

Hardware: Chrome/Nickel Hardware Relic

Tuners: Vintage with Fender Logo Relic

Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat NK Relic

Middle Pickup: Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat MID RWRP Relic

Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat BRG Relic

Electronics: Fat 50 Strat 1/2 Blend, 250K 10% Taper Split Pots, 5-Way Selector Switch

Bridge: Custom Shop Vintage Strat Relic

Manufacturer Part Number: 9236091095

Depth at 1st Fret: .830"

Depth at 12th Fret: 1.00"