Used 2022 Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster – Relic, Hardtail

Condition Report

This hardtail Strat is in fantastic shape! It shows extremely light signs of use, and has no cosmetic flaws to report, although it's possible that there are a few non-original relic marks like the rectangle-shaped chip on the arm bevel (it's so hard to tell with relic'd guitars). It comes with its original hardshell case and a certificate of authenticity, too!

Sonic Evaluation

Few things beat a good warm-sounding Strat, and few warm-sounding Strats beat this serial! It's super resonant and three-dimensional acoustically, and those qualities are amplified when you, well, amplify! It's also quite springy in the attack, and you can hit it as hard as you want without the notes splatting out, so it's a workhorse that can take a flogging. Tonally, it's warm and rich, with a vocal presence that is positively Hendrixian. If you're looking for a killer hardtail Strat, this serial will make an excellent partner in crime!