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Fender Custom Shop Artist Collection Michael Landau 1968 Stratocaster in Bleached Three Colour Sunburst (45825)

Fender Custom Shop Artist Collection Michael Landau 1968 Stratocaster in Bleached Three Colour Sunburst (45825)

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Fender will not fail to impress. The Fender Custom Shop Artist Collection Michael Landau 1968 Stratocaster in Bleached Three Colour Sunburst (45825) in Guitar Dept is New, in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Guitar Dept, additional Electric Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below. World-renowned session ace Michael Landau has played on hundreds of albums since the early 1980s. He has also fronted several bands, including the Raging Honkies, Burning Water and, more recently, Renegade Creation with Robben Ford.…

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Fender will not fail to impress. The Fender Custom Shop Artist Collection Michael Landau 1968 Stratocaster in Bleached Three Colour Sunburst (45825) in Guitar Dept is New, in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Guitar Dept, additional Electric Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

World-renowned session ace Michael Landau has played on hundreds of albums since the early 1980s. He has also fronted several bands, including the Raging Honkies, Burning Water and, more recently, Renegade Creation with Robben Ford. With his own group, he continues to raise the bar in electric jazz, instrumental and rock guitar.

The Fender Custom Shop Artist Collection Michael Landau Signature 1968 Relic Stratocaster is based on Landau's 1968 Stratocaster, with a hand-selected lightweight alder body, special "custom oval" neck profile, custom hand-wound pickups and wiring, and a worn Bleached 3-Colour Sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer finishes. Other features include a round-laminated dark rosewood fingerboard with a 7.25" radius and 6105 frets, period-correct large headstock, five-way pickup switching, and custom vintage-style tremolo bridge.

Specifications

Body

  • Material: Select Lightweight Alder
  • Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Shape: Stratocaster

Neck

  • Material: Maple
  • Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Shape: Custom “C”
  • Fingerboard Radius: 7.25”
  • Fingerboard Material: Round-Laminated Rosewood
  • Position Inlays: White Dot
  • Number of Frets: 21
  • Scale Length: 25.5”
  • Fret Size: Narrow Jumbo

Electronics

  • Bridge, Middle & Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Fat '50s Single-Coil Strat
  • Pickup Configuration: SSS
  • Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
  • Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup

Hardware

  • Bridge: 6-Saddle American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
  • Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
  • Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
  • Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
  • Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Custom

Miscellaneous

  • Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
  • Deluxe Hardshell Case: Included
  • Also Included: Strap & Certificate of Authenticity

Additional information

Weight 23 kg

Stuff About Electric Guitars

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.

Stuff About 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.

Stuff About Guitar Dept

In the Guitar Dept you will find everything related to the guitar itself, from instruments and accessories to the core components that shape tone and playability. This includes electric, acoustic and bass guitars, along with strings, picks, straps, cables, cases and maintenance essentials. Knowing the differences between guitar types, scale length, pickups, hardware and build quality helps players choose gear that suits their playing style, comfort and musical needs.

The Important stuff

Custom. Shop. 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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