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Fender Custom Shop ’65 Stratocaster Closet Classic in Taos Turquoise

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This is the Fender Custom Shop ’65 Stratocaster Closet Classic in Taos Turquoise from Fender, listed in Guitar on guitars pedals amps and stuff.. Read More below.

Description

Key Features

  • Closet Classic – Fender’s Closet Classic relecing perfectly demonstrates what most vintage enthusiasts would describe as near mint! It shows the natural ageing of a vintage Fender that has only been used a handful of times over its long history.
  • Roasted Maple – Select cuts of Maple are chosen and then roasted for unparalleled strength and stability with reduced weight and increased resonance.
  • Modern C – Fender ultimate one-size-fits-all neck profile! Ergonomical and fast, with the perfect amount of wood to hold on to.

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!

Specifications

Body

  • Body Style: 65 Stratocaster
  • Body Wood: 2 Piece Alder
  • Body Finish: Closet Classic Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Body Colour: Taos Turquoise

Neck

  • Neck Shape: 65 Stratocaster
  • Neck Wood: Roasted Maple
  • Fingerboard: AAA Rosewood
  • Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo 
  • Neck Profile: Modern C
  • Radius: 12″
  • Nut Width: 1.650”
  • Nut: Bone
  • Dots: Vintage Clay

Hardware

  • Bridge: Vintage Strat Bridge
  • Tuners: Vintage with Fender Logo
  • Pickguard: 63-76 Strat BWB
  • Hardware: Chrome

Electronics 

  • Controls: Modern
  • Switch: 5-way
  • Neck Pickup: Lace Sensor Gold
  • Middle Pickup: Lace Sensor Gold
  • Bridge Pickup: Lace Sensor Gold

Miscellaneous

  • Strings: 10-46
  • Case: Black

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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 use magnetic pickups to convert string vibration into an electrical signal, allowing the sound to be shaped through amplifiers and effects. Key things to understand include body shape, pickup type, neck profile, scale length and bridge design, as these all affect tone, feel and sustain. They are used across almost every modern genre, from clean and expressive to high-gain and aggressive styles, making them one of the most versatile instruments available.

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S Style Electric Guitars

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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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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