Fender 61 Strat SFG Relic HSS MBAH
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61 Strat SFG Relic HSS MBAH
Product Info
Article Number:
582296
Brand:
Fender
Model:
61 Strat SFG Relic HSS MBAH
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$9,733.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously impressive Strat – Andy Hicks' touch is undeniable. The combination of vintage single coils and that EVH humbucker gives it a surprisingly broad range of tones, perfect for players who want classic Strat vibe with a bit more bite. It's a real heirloom-quality instrument for the discerning player.
Product Description
- Fender 61 Strat SFG Relic HSS MBAH
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop model
- Master built by Andy Hicks
- Body: Alder
- Neck: "Plain Grain" maple
- Fingerboard: 9 mm AAA Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Vintage Clay dots
- Neck profile: '60s Oval "C" (.790" - .930")
- Fingerboard radius: 184 mm
- 21 frets
- Pickups: 2 hand-wound '60/'63 Strat single coils (neck
- middle) and 1 EVH Frankenstein humbucker (bridge)
- 5-way switch
- 1 volume and 2 tone controls
- HSS Pomo Strat 250/500 wiring
- 3-Ply pickguard
- Tremolo: Custom Shop Vintage
- Hardware: Nickel
- Finish: Relic
- Colour: Seafoam Green
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Andy Hicks' craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and feel.
- • The '60s Oval 'C' neck profile is supremely comfortable and familiar.
- • EVH Frankenstein humbucker delivers powerful, modern bridge tones.
- • Relic finish authentically replicates vintage wear, enhancing visual appeal.
CONS
- • The alder body may contribute to a somewhat resonant, potentially less focused tone.
- • The HSS configuration limits versatility for players needing extreme high-gain sounds.
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
9 mm AAA Rosewood
Pickups
2 x '60/'63 Strat single coils (neck, middle), 1 x EVH Frankenstein humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
25.5"
Frets
21
Bridge
Custom Shop Vintage Tremolo
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It adds a modern edge, delivering higher output and a thicker sound, but it's well-balanced with the single coils; it doesn’t completely overshadow the classic Strat character.
Relic finishes are inherently variable; each guitar will have unique wear patterns, making each one truly individual, but the overall aesthetic will be consistent with a well-worn vintage instrument.
It optimizes the pickup output balance and tone shaping capabilities, providing a more responsive and dynamic playing experience compared to standard wiring.
