Fender 60 Strat IBM Journeyman Relic

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Fender 60 Strat IBM Journeyman Relic

Fender

60 Strat IBM Journeyman Relic

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Product Info

Article Number: 598854
Brand: Fender
Model: 60 Strat IBM Journeyman Relic
Price: $5,718.90

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This Journeyman Relic Strat is a serious contender for players chasing that classic, bell-like Fender tone. The custom pickups and comfortable neck profile make it a joy to play, and the relic'd finish gives it a worn-in, authentic vibe. It's a premium-priced instrument best suited for experienced players who appreciate the nuances of vintage-inspired instruments.

Product Description

  • Fender 60 Strat IBM Journeyman Relic
  • Electric Guitar
  • Custom shop model
  • 2-piece body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Plain Grain maple
  • Fingerboard: 9 mm AAA rosewood
  • Neck profile: '60s style oval "C"
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut: Bone
  • 21 narrow tall 6105 frets
  • Pickups: Three Custom Shop ‘60 Stratocaster single coils
  • One volume and two tone controls
  • 5-way switch
  • 3-ply mint green pickguard
  • Custom shop vintage synchronized tremolo
  • Vintage style machine heads
  • Nickel hardware
  • Finish: Journeyman Relic
  • Colour: Ice Blue Metallic
  • Includes Deluxe hardshell casse
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Custom Shop pickups deliver authentic, chimey vintage Stratocaster tones.
  • • 9mm rosewood fretboard provides comfortable playability and vintage feel.
  • • Journeyman Relic finish replicates years of wear, offering unique aesthetics.
  • • Bolt-on neck with '60s 'C' profile offers snappy response and easy access.
CONS
  • • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, isn't for everyone’s taste.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction can be perceived as less sustain-rich than set necks.
  • • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many players.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Plain Grain Maple
Fingerboard 9mm AAA Rosewood
Pickups Custom Shop ‘60 Stratocaster Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 21 Narrow Tall 6105
Bridge Custom Shop Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
Weight 8.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The relicing is purely cosmetic; it doesn't impact playability or tone significantly. It's done to replicate the feel and look of a well-loved vintage instrument.
Yes, the custom shop pickups offer a more refined and nuanced tone – more clarity, dynamic range, and a more authentic vintage Stratocaster voice.
While it's a vintage-style tremolo, the improved block and setup offer reasonable stability. However, it's not designed for extreme dive-bombing like modern floating tremolos.

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