Fender 61 Strat DAR Relic HSS MBAH
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Fender
61 Strat DAR Relic HSS MBAH
Product Info
Article Number:
582300
Brand:
Fender
Model:
61 Strat DAR Relic HSS MBAH
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$9,733.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a serious Strat for players who want that vintage vibe with a modern edge. Andy Hicks' build quality is undeniable, and the Frankenstein humbucker adds a surprising amount of bite. Perfect for rock, blues, and players who appreciate a relic'd aesthetic and exceptional feel.
Product Description
- Fender 61 Strat DAR Relic HSS MBAH
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop model
- Masterbuilt by Andy Hicks
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Plain Grain maple
- Fingerboard: 9 mm AAA rosewood
- Vintage clay dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: 60s oval "C"-Shape (.790"-.930")
- Fingerboard radius: 9.5"
- 21 frets
- Pickups: Two hand-wound 60/63 Strat single coils (neck
- middle) and one EVH Frankenstein humbucker (bridge)
- HSS Pomo Strat 250/500 wiring
- One volume and two tone controls
- 5-way switch
- 3-ply white pickguard
- Custom Shop Vintage tremolo
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: Dakota Red
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Andy Hicks Masterbuild quality ensures exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- • 9mm rosewood fretboard offers vintage feel with modern playability.
- • EVH Frankenstein humbucker delivers powerful, high-output bridge tones.
- • Relic finish replicates desirable aged aesthetics and broken-in feel.
CONS
- • The alder body, while resonant, can be somewhat prone to feedback at higher volumes.
- • HSS configuration limits versatility for players seeking a purely vintage Strat tone.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Plain Grain Maple
Fingerboard
9mm AAA Rosewood
Pickups
Two Hand-Wound 60/63 Strat Single Coils (Neck, Middle) and one EVH Frankenstein Humbucker (Bridge)
Scale Length
25.5"
Frets
21
Bridge
Custom Shop Vintage Tremolo
Weight
8.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The humbucker provides a thicker, more aggressive tone in the bridge position, adding sustain and a higher output, but it retains some of the Strat's character.
The relicing is primarily aesthetic, but the controlled wear can subtly open up the wood, potentially affecting resonance and feel, though the impact is minimal.
The 9mm radius offers a vintage feel that's rounder than modern profiles, making it comfortable for bending and vibrato, but might require a slight adjustment for players used to flatter fingerboards.
