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Fender Custom Shop ’56 Stratocaster HSS NOS in Pearl Black

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This is a New Fender Custom Shop ’56 Stratocaster HSS NOS in Pearl Black from Fender, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

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Blending classic looks with a sprinkling of HSS versatility, the Fender Custom Shop 56 Stratocaster NOS in Pearl Black is the perfect choice for those after a vintage-styled workhorse that can cover it all. Featuring a Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker in the bridge position, this Strat perfectly captures the classic PAF-voiced humbucking tones that helped define rock and roll throughout the late 60s and 70s. Its duo of Custom Shop 50s neck and middle Strat pickups provide the quintessential Strat glassiness that helped cement the iconic voice of the world’s most famous electric guitar. With its ’59 Large C-shaped neck profile partnered with a 9.5” radius, this Strat has a comfortable and effortless feel that suits just about every type of playing styles. Fender Custom Shop The Fender Dream Factory… Fender’s best luthiers, using the best materials and tools all under one roof with the single unified mission of building the best guitars that Fender has ever produced. Founded in 1987, the Custom Shop was established to take Fender’s manufacturing back to its roots with smaller production numbers and higher quality. Famed for pushing Leo’s designs to their absolute limits, the Custom Shop is the benchmark to which all other Fender electric guitars are compared to!Key Features NOS – One of the most popular finish options in the Fender Custom Shop. A New Old Stock guitar looks exactly how it would have looked the day it left the factory, however many years ago. It’s as close to having a time machine as we can offer! ‘59 Large C – The original Fender C shape neck profile. First entering production in 1959, this medium-thickness neck profile offered players Fender’s fastest-feeling and ergonomic neck profile to date. By today’s standard, the ’59 neck profile is the perfect middle ground between the chunkier profiles of the ‘50s and the Modern C profile we have today. HSS – Featuring a Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker in the bridge position accompanied by a duo of Custom Shop ’50s single-coils, this Strat has every tone covered from glassy and articulate single-coil sounds to full-throttle humbucking richness! SpecificationsBody Body Style: 56 Strat Body Wood: Alder Body Finish: NOS Nitrocellulose Lacquer Body Colour: Black Pearl Neck Neck Shape: 56 Strat Neck Wood: Maple Neck Finish: Medium Tint Nitrocellulose Lacquer Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo Neck Profile: 59 Large C Radius: 9.5″ Nut Width: 1.650” Nut: Bone Dots: Black Hardware Bridge: Vintage Strat Tuners: Vintage with logo Pickguard: 56 Strat HSS Parchment Hardware: Electronics Controls: Post Modern Switch: 5-way Neck Pickup: CS 50s Strat Middle Pickup: CS 50s Strat Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker Miscellaneous Strings: 10-46 Case: Tweed

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Fender

Fender is one of the most influential names in music history, shaping the sound of modern electric guitar since the 1950s. Founded by Leo Fender, the brand introduced legendary models like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, and Precision Bass—each becoming an icon in its own right. Known for their bright, articulate tone and smooth playability, Fender instruments have been embraced by artists across every genre, from blues and rock to punk and pop. Their amps, such as the Twin Reverb and Deluxe Reverb, are equally celebrated for their rich, clean tones and natural warmth. Fender remains a symbol of innovation and authenticity, inspiring generations of musicians worldwide.

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Electric Guitars

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S style electric guitars are known for their comfortable contours, versatile tones, and expressive playability. Typically featuring a double-cutaway body and a vibrato bridge, they offer easy access to higher frets and a naturally balanced feel whether standing or seated. Their pickup configurations often favour clarity and articulation, making them well suited to clean sounds, edge-of-breakup tones, and expressive lead playing, while still handling heavier styles with the right setup. S style guitars are valued for their responsiveness to touch and dynamics, making them a popular choice for players who want an instrument that feels fluid, familiar, and adaptable across a wide range of music.

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HSS

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Stratocaster

The Fender Strat – Stratocaster is one of the most iconic electric guitars ever made, celebrated for its sleek design, versatility, and instantly recognisable tone. Introduced in 1954, its contoured double-cutaway body, three single-coil pickups, and tremolo bridge set a new standard for comfort and sound flexibility. The Strat’s bright, expressive voice has defined countless genres, from blues and surf rock to funk and modern pop. Played by legends like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour, the Stratocaster remains a symbol of creativity and innovation, offering players endless tonal possibilities and a timeless feel that continues to inspire generations.

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