The '61 Strat Heavy Relic transports you to a remarkable era in the evolution of this esteemed model, where Leo Fender tirelessly strived for innovation and perfection. In 1961, significant changes and enhancements marked the transition to a new generation of '60s Strats, including the farewell to the round-lam or "slab" rosewood fingerboard.
This model showcases a two-piece select alder body adorned with a beautifully aged Heavy Relic lacquer finish, embodying the character of a well-loved instrument. The quartersawn maple neck boasts a '60s-style "oval C" profile, a flat-lam rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5" radius, and 21 Jumbo frets, providing a familiar vintage feel and facilitating effortless, wide-ranging bends.
Equipped with Custom Shop hand-wound Texas Special™ pickups, this Strat delivers an extra punch of output, while the Vintage Modified #2 wiring, complemented by Tone-Saver bleed circuitry and five-way switching, offers versatile tonal options. All of this is elegantly presented on a three-ply mint green pickguard.
Further notable features include a Custom Shop vintage synchronized tremolo, vintage-style tuning machines, a bone nut, and a wing string tree with a tall metal spacer. The package is complete with a deluxe hardshell case, strap, and a certificate of authenticity, ensuring your investment is protected and cherished.
The '61 Strat Heavy Relic is a testament to the Custom Shop's commitment to craftsmanship and capturing the spirit of iconic instruments. Experience the essence of a bygone era while enjoying modern playability and exceptional tone.
GENERAL
MODEL NUMBER: 9235001573
SERIES: Time Machine
COLOR: Super Faded Aged 3-Color Sunburst
BODY
BODY FINISH: Lacquer
BODY SHAPE: Stratocaster
BODY MATERIAL: 2-Piece Select Alder
NECK
NECK MATERIAL: Quartersawn Maple
NECK FINISH: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
NECK SHAPE: 1960 Oval “C”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS: 9.5″ (241 mm)
FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Flat-Lam Rosewood AAA 9MM
NUMBER OF FRETS: 21
FRET SIZE: Jumbo (6100)
NUT WIDTH: 1.650″ (42 mm)
POSITION INLAYS: Vintage Clay Dot
HARDWARE
BRIDGE: Custom Shop Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
TUNING MACHINES: Vintage Style
PICKGUARD; 60 Strat Nitro
CONTROL KNOBS: Vintage White
ELECTRONICS
BRIDGE PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Bridge Single-Coil Strat
MIDDLE PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Middle Single-Coil Strat
NECK PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Neck Single-Coil Strat
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
CONFIGURATION: SSS
This model showcases a two-piece select alder body adorned with a beautifully aged Heavy Relic lacquer finish, embodying the character of a well-loved instrument. The quartersawn maple neck boasts a '60s-style "oval C" profile, a flat-lam rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5" radius, and 21 Jumbo frets, providing a familiar vintage feel and facilitating effortless, wide-ranging bends.
Equipped with Custom Shop hand-wound Texas Special™ pickups, this Strat delivers an extra punch of output, while the Vintage Modified #2 wiring, complemented by Tone-Saver bleed circuitry and five-way switching, offers versatile tonal options. All of this is elegantly presented on a three-ply mint green pickguard.
Further notable features include a Custom Shop vintage synchronized tremolo, vintage-style tuning machines, a bone nut, and a wing string tree with a tall metal spacer. The package is complete with a deluxe hardshell case, strap, and a certificate of authenticity, ensuring your investment is protected and cherished.
The '61 Strat Heavy Relic is a testament to the Custom Shop's commitment to craftsmanship and capturing the spirit of iconic instruments. Experience the essence of a bygone era while enjoying modern playability and exceptional tone.
GENERAL
MODEL NUMBER: 9235001573
SERIES: Time Machine
COLOR: Super Faded Aged 3-Color Sunburst
BODY
BODY FINISH: Lacquer
BODY SHAPE: Stratocaster
BODY MATERIAL: 2-Piece Select Alder
NECK
NECK MATERIAL: Quartersawn Maple
NECK FINISH: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
NECK SHAPE: 1960 Oval “C”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS: 9.5″ (241 mm)
FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Flat-Lam Rosewood AAA 9MM
NUMBER OF FRETS: 21
FRET SIZE: Jumbo (6100)
NUT WIDTH: 1.650″ (42 mm)
POSITION INLAYS: Vintage Clay Dot
HARDWARE
BRIDGE: Custom Shop Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
TUNING MACHINES: Vintage Style
PICKGUARD; 60 Strat Nitro
CONTROL KNOBS: Vintage White
ELECTRONICS
BRIDGE PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Bridge Single-Coil Strat
MIDDLE PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Middle Single-Coil Strat
NECK PICKUP: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Texas Special Neck Single-Coil Strat
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
CONFIGURATION: SSS
