{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-1962-stratocaster-heavy-relic-electric-guitar-vintage-white-with-hardshell-case","title":"Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic Electric Guitar - Vintage White with Hardshell Case","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-YOU ARE VIEWING PHOTOS OF THE ACTUAL GUITAR BEING SOLD!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis brand new 7.8 lb Fender will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy risk free with our 14 day - full refund, less shipping, return policy. \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCheck out our shop policies for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic in Vintage White is more than a guitar — it's a meticulously crafted homage to one of the most pivotal eras in Fender's storied legacy. Built by the expert luthiers of Fender's elite Custom Shop, this Stratocaster is the result of decades of refinement, passion, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Fender's Custom Shop was founded in 1987 as a way to provide musicians with the highest caliber instruments, hand-built to exacting standards and often tailored to vintage specifications or individual player needs. Since then, it has become the gold standard for premium electric guitars, catering to collectors, tone connoisseurs, and professional touring musicians alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 1962 Stratocaster holds a special place in Fender's history. By this point, Leo Fender's revolutionary design had firmly taken root in music culture, becoming the instrument of choice for countless guitar legends. The '62 model, in particular, reflected subtle yet significant refinements to the Strat formula: a rosewood fingerboard for a warmer response, a slightly more contoured body for improved comfort, and a three-ply pickguard that defined its mid-century aesthetic. The Heavy Relic treatment applied to this guitar adds even more character, recreating the well-worn appearance and feel of a road-tested instrument that's spent decades on stages and in studios around the world. The finish checking, dings, and hardware patina aren't just cosmetic — they enhance the overall vibe, making this Strat feel like an old friend the moment it's in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTonally, the Custom Shop '62 Heavy Relic Stratocaster is outfitted with a trio of hand-wound Poblano pickups, which are renowned for their spicy midrange growl, tight low end, and articulate highs. These pickups are calibrated to provide a dynamic response, delivering everything from shimmering cleans to searing leads with vintage-accurate voicing and clarity. The RWRP middle pickup offers hum-canceling capabilities in positions 2 and 4, preserving the iconic Strat \"quack\" tones while reducing noise. Whether you're a blues player seeking expressive bends and glassy sustain, a rock guitarist needing punch and articulation, or a studio musician craving versatility, this guitar delivers with elegance and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWith its 9.5-inch fingerboard radius, medium vintage-style frets, and Oval \"C\" neck profile, the playability of this Stratocaster is both familiar and refined. It feels broken-in right out of the case, with the neck's worn-in satin finish inviting long sessions without fatigue. Paired with the American Vintage synchronized tremolo and aged hardware, the entire instrument responds like a vintage Strat should, with just the right amount of resistance and elasticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn short, the Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic isn't just a recreation of a classic — it's a love letter to the golden era of electric guitar innovation. It blends the mojo of a bygone time with the precision and reliability of modern craftsmanship, resulting in an instrument that looks, feels, and sounds like it has stories to tell. 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