Fender 63 Strat Black Relic
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Fender
63 Strat Black Relic
Product Info
Article Number:
611803
Brand:
Fender
Model:
63 Strat Black Relic
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$5,938.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Black Relic Strat is a serious contender for vintage tone purists. The combination of the alder body, '60s neck, and Custom Shop pickups delivers that classic Strat snap and chime, while the relic'd finish nails the aged aesthetic. It’s ideal for players seeking an authentic, comfortable, and inspiring instrument – particularly those into blues, classic rock, and vintage-inspired tones.
Product Description
- Fender 63 Strat Black Relic
- Electric Guitar
- Two-piece body: Alder
- Neck: "Plain Grain" maple
- Fingerboard: 9 mm AAA rosewood
- Neck profile: 60s style oval "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 184 mm (7.25")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- 21 narrow tall 6105 frets
- Bone nut
- Pickups: Three Custom Shop ‘60 Stratocaster single coils
- One volume and two tone controls
- 5-way switch
- 3-ply pickguard: Brownshell
- Custom Shop vintage synchronised tremolo
- Vintage-style machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Finish: Relic
- Colour: Black
- Includes Deluxe hardshell case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a resonant, balanced tone with excellent sustain.
- • ’60s oval ‘C’ neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Custom Shop pickups provide authentic vintage Strat tones with surprising clarity.
- • Brownshell pickguard adds a touch of vintage aesthetic charm and character.
CONS
- • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be fragile and require careful handling.
- • The 7.25” radius may not suit players accustomed to modern, flatter fingerboards.
- • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for many guitarists despite its quality.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
AAA Rosewood (9mm)
Pickups
Custom Shop ‘60 Stratocaster Single Coils
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
Narrow Tall 6105
Bridge
Custom Shop Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The relicing is purely cosmetic; it doesn't inherently alter the tone, but the aging process *can* subtly affect the finish's resonance over time.
The frets are typically rolled, providing a smoother feel and more comfortable access to higher notes, enhancing overall playability.
The '60s oval 'C' profile is noticeably thinner and rounder than many contemporary Strat necks, offering a more vintage-style feel that some players find more comfortable.
