Description
Fender Custom Shop Deluxe Relic HB S-1 Stratocaster Vintage White 2026, a Stratocaster designed for players who love vintage feel but need a much broader tonal range than a traditional SSS configuration can provide.
The alder body is finished in Vintage White nitro with a Relic treatment that immediately gives the guitar the look and feel of a well-played vintage instrument. The quartersawn maple neck features a substantial 65 Strat C profile, while the AAA rosewood fingerboard, 9.5” radius and 22 Narrow Tall 6105 frets offer an excellent balance between vintage character and modern playability.
Its HSS pickup configuration is where this guitar truly stands out. The neck and middle positions feature Fender Hand-Wound 69 Strat pickups, delivering the open, dynamic and harmonically rich tones associated with late-1960s Stratocasters. At the bridge, the Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB adds considerably more output, stronger mids and a more aggressive response, making the guitar equally comfortable with overdrive, rock tones and lead work.
A Vintage Strat bridge preserves the classic Fender feel, while Ping American Pro Staggered tuners provide reliable tuning performance. At 3.720 kg, the guitar feels substantial and responsive while retaining the clarity and definition expected from a great Stratocaster.
A Custom Shop instrument that successfully bridges two worlds: unmistakable vintage Fender aesthetics and feel, combined with the power and versatility of a modern HSS setup.