Description
Virtuoso rock guitarist Richie Kotzen’s signature guitars have been a staple in the Fender Japan range for some time. Now, finally, Fender have brought the sparkling Trans-Burst Kotzen Strats to a worldwide audience. These guitars are the embodiment of Kotzen’s musical and stylistic flair; dazzling in their appearance, punchy and commanding in their tone, and with a feel & playability that puts expression first.
Key features
- Custom DiMarzio® Pickups – With a humbucking mode that puts out plenty of noise-free low end and a single-coil sound that’s packed with snarling Strat twang, these pickups deliver the perfect rock tonal palette for whatever gain you choose.
- Thick “C”–shape neck with 12” radius – A beautifully chunky Maple neck feels substantial in the hand, but the 22 jumbo frets and 12” radius provides optimal playability for hard-hitting rock riffs and fluid solos.
- Trans-Burst finishes – Letting the grain of the Flame Maple top do the talking, these finishes offer just the right amount of wow factor for a guitar that’s out to make a statement.
About the Kotzen Strat
Featuring a striking combination of upscale appointments and high-performance playability, the Richie Kotzen Stratocaster pairs a beautiful flame maple top finished in exclusive Trans-Burst finishes with a comfortably contoured ash body and a fast-playing thick “C”-shaped neck. Gold hardware completes the upscale look and an array of custom DiMarzio® pickups provide a host of excellent sounds. This Stratocaster perfectly harnesses the flare of Richie’s virtuosic playing style and delivers sweet, punchy tone ready for the studio and stage.
Richie Kotzen
Kotzen has long wowed audiences with his impeccable chops and passionate and captivating playing style. His prolific career spans from stints in Poison and Mr. Big to solo artist to front man of The Winery Dogs to his recent collaboration with Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith in the group Smith/Kotzen. Richie’s incredibly unique musical voice has influenced countless guitar players around the globe. And now, the Richie Kotzen Stratocaster – once available only in Japan – is available worldwide!
Specifications
Body
- Body: Ash with Flame Maple Laminated Top
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
- Body Material: Ash with Flame Maple Laminated Top
- Body Shape: Stratocaster®
Neck
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 12″ (305 mm)
- Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Shape: Thick “C”
- Number of Frets: 22
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Width: 1.650″ (42 mm)
- Position Inlays: Black Pearloid Dots
- String Nut: Synthetic Bone
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio® Custom Single Coil
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Middle Pickup)
- Middle Pickup: DiMarzio® Custom Single-Coil
- Neck Pickup: DiMarzio® Custom Single-Coil
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- 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 & Misc
- Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
- Control Knobs: White Plastic
- Hardware Finish: Gold
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Pearloid
- Pickup Covers: White
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
- Switch Tip: White
- Tuning Machines: Gotoh® with Pearl Buttons
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