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The Fender Limited Edition '65 Strat Deluxe Closet Classic is an instrument of utter beauty. Sporting an attractive 3-Colour Sunburst scheme that's dressed in a Deluxe Closet Classic finish, it represents a Fender that's been loved and cared for over the years. And you can see why! Boasting gold hardware, a Round Lam rosewood fretboard and a bound 3A maple flamed neck, there are few guitars out there that play as nicely, or look as seductive, as this Limited Edition '65 Strat.
But the Custom Shop haven't stopped at just accurately portraying a '65 Strat, because this Limited Edition bears a few modern elements to entice players. Firstly, the fretboard offers a 9.5" radius that's approachable for any style of play. Secondly, a trio of Hand-Wound Fat '60s pickups gift a thicker, clearer tone. Coupled with their 1/2 Blender wiring, you can create a huge sonic palette to fuel your creativity. Complete with vintage synchronised tremolo bridge, graphite nut and a deluxe hardshell case, the '65 Strat will satisfy even the most discerning of players.
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Just as any prized instrument would be, the '65 Strat looks as if it has been routinely cleaned, maintained, and polished over the years. It presents a worn-in look that has matured and mellowed over the years, offering a developed feel and aesthetic not found on any new guitar.
This attention to detail spans over ever inch of the guitar, and is particularly noticeable on the neck, where the finish has been rubbed down to un ultra-smooth satin, showing off the spectacular grain pattern boasted by the 3A flamed maple wood.
Unlock your creativity. Equipped with three painstakingly hand-wound Fat '60s pickups, the Custom Shop '65 Strat serves up a host of accurate '60s tones. Even better, they've got an extra shot of low-end growl so your notes will hit with a modern punch. This extends to a sweet, warm tonality with a distinct articulation, letting every detail of your playing stand out.
And with the middle position being reverse wound for hum-cancelling, you'll always enjoy immaculate clarity in your riffs and licks. But Fender have gone a step further with these single coils and added 1/2 Blender wiring to allow you to blend the bridge and neck pickups for a thicker, dynamic sound.
It's a Stratocaster, elevated. The Limited Edition '65 Strat presents you with tonnes of vintage character in its neck and fretboard, but with a more modern twist. A simply stunning bound 3A flamed maple neck in a '65 style "C" back shape offers you comfortable grip. And not only that, but its delightfully smooth finish allows for unrestricted manoeuvrability over the scales.
Topped by a Round Lam rosewood fretboard in a 9.5" radius, you'll enjoy a flatter, modern attitude that's suited to both adventurous leads and tight rhythm patterns. With Round-Lam construction being accurate to '65 era Strats, this Limited Edition is highly attractive to any player or enthusiast who adores the old school vibe, but prefers a contemporary playing feel.
You can expect unrivalled consistency, reliability, and stability from this Limited-Edition Strat. With every component chosen for their vintage style and premium performance, it'll guarantee a thrilling experience every time you pick it up. The body is formed by two pieces of select alder wood, carefully matched for their grain and weight to produce a uniform feel with superior resonance.
Set into that body is a Custom Shop vintage-style synchronised tremolo. Designed to deliver an elongated sustain in addition to a smooth vibrato action, it'll express your creativity in the same manner as those '60s guitar heroes. Paired with vintage style tuning machines and a modern graphite nut, you'll receive clear and vocal string vibrations in addition to a solid, dependable tuning stability.
The DLX Closet Classic Limited Edition '65 Strat is ready for the road. For an instrument that's born to perform, the Custom Shop have made sure it's totally protected with an included deluxe hardshell case.
This bespoke protection will keep your instrument in pristine condition whenever you're travelling, and the additional strap means you're equipped to rule the stage from the moment you pick it up. Rounded off with a Custom Shop certificate of authenticity, everyone will appreciate the Shoreline Gold Strat for what it is - a genuine, bonafide Custom Shop creation.