Fender 57 Strat FRD Relic
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Fender
57 Strat FRD Relic
Product Info
Article Number:
598844
Brand:
Fender
Model:
57 Strat FRD Relic
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$5,773.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously well-made Strat, channeling that classic '57 vibe perfectly. The Custom Shop pickups are gorgeous, and the neck profile is a joy to play. It’s a premium-priced instrument aimed at the discerning player who appreciates vintage aesthetics and top-tier craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Fender 57 Strat FRD Relic
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop model
- Two-piece body: Selected alder
- Bolt-on neck: Plain Grain maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Neck profile: '57 Soft "V
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- 21 Narrow Tall 6105 frets
- Nut width: 42.9 mm
- Nut: Bone
- Pickup: 3 Hand-wound Custom Shop ‘57 Stratocaster single coils
- 1 Volume and 2 tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- One-ply white pickguard
- Custom Shop vintage synchronised tremolo
- Vintage-style machine heads
- Nickle hardware
- Strings: .010 - .046
- Finish: Relic
- Colour: Fiesta Red
- Includes Deluxe hardshell case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Hand-wound '57 pickups deliver authentic, bell-like clarity and warmth.
- • The '57 Soft 'V neck offers exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Relic'd finish replicates genuine vintage wear and character.
- • Custom Shop build quality ensures meticulous attention to detail and consistency.
CONS
- • The relicing, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to all players.
- • The .010-.046 string gauge demands a certain playing style and setup.
- • Fiesta Red, while iconic, can be a polarizing color choice.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected Alder
Neck Material
Plain Grain Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
3 Hand-wound Custom Shop ‘57 Stratocaster Single Coils
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
21 Narrow Tall 6105
Bridge
Custom Shop vintage synchronized tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The relicing is cosmetic; Fender’s Custom Shop ensures it doesn't compromise the guitar's stability or tone. It's a controlled process, not just random wear.
While not exact replicas, Fender’s Custom Shop meticulously winds these pickups to emulate the tonal characteristics of vintage '57 Stratocasters – offering a similar warmth and clarity.
Yes, vintage-style tremolos often require more precise setup and may not float as freely as modern systems; a professional setup is recommended for optimal performance.
