Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Journeyman Relic 1-P Rift Sawn Maple Neck Aged Crimson Transparent

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This is a New Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Journeyman Relic 1-P Rift Sawn Maple Neck Aged Crimson Transparent from Fender Custom Shop, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

The Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Journeyman Relic is a refined recreation of one of Fenders earliest and most influential designs combining classic Blackguard tone with subtle ageing and Custom Shop precision. Finished in Aged Crimson Transparent it offers a unique twist on traditional finishes while still capturing that unmistakable early 50s character. The 2-piece select ash body delivers bright punchy response with excellent sustain while the nitrocellulose lacquer finish allows the wood to resonate freely giving you a lively and dynamic feel across a wide range of playing styles. A 1-piece rift sawn maple neck shaped to a substantial 1951 “U” profile provides a full comfortable grip paired with a vintage compound 7.25 to 9.5 inch radius for a blend of classic feel and improved playability. Jescar vintage frets keep things authentic while allowing smoother bends and control. Loaded with Custom Shop hand-wound 51 Nocaster pickups this guitar delivers sharp attack rich mids and clear highs with plenty of dynamic response. Finished with vintage-style hardware and a traditional control layout its a pure expressive instrument built for players who want early Fender tone with added refinement.

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Fender Custom Shop is represented by a substantial selection of electric guitars, particularly Telecaster and Esquire models with Relic, Heavy Relic, Journeyman and Closet Classic finishes. The current listings include 1950s, 1960s and limited-edition variations, with differences in neck wood, fingerboard, pickups and ageing treatment. These are not interchangeable versions: compare the exact model, scale, neck profile, pickup specification, bridge, finish and condition. The individual Gear4music listing is the authority for the serialised instrument shown.

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