Fender 63 Strat Relic DAR MBDB
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Fender
63 Strat Relic DAR MBDB
Product Info
Article Number:
582181
Brand:
Fender
Model:
63 Strat Relic DAR MBDB
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$9,678.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a serious Strat for the dedicated player. Dave Brown's touch makes it feel like a true vintage instrument, but with modern reliability and slightly hotter pickups than a strictly vintage spec. Perfect for players chasing that classic Fender tone and feel, willing to invest in a top-tier instrument.
Product Description
- Fender 63 Strat Relic DAR MBDB
- Electric Guitar
- Master built by Dave Brown
- 2-Piece body: Selected alder
- ‘Quartersawn’ neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: AAA flamed rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Micarta Face Dots
- Neck profile: 60s style oval "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
- 21 Narrow tall frets
- Bone nut
- Pickups: hand-wound Custom Shop ‘60/’63 single coils
- Pickguard: 3-Ply mint
- Wiring: Modern Strat
- Vinatge-style machine heads
- Bridge: American Vintage Synchronised Tremolo
- Colour: Dakota Red
- Includes Deluxe hardshell case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Dave Brown's meticulous build quality shines through every detail.
- • The selected alder body delivers a resonant, balanced tone.
- • Hand-wound '60/'63 Custom Shop pickups offer authentic vintage voice.
- • The quartersawn maple neck provides exceptional stability and smooth playability.
CONS
- • The relicing, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to all players.
- • The Dakota Red finish, though beautiful, can be prone to showcasing minor imperfections.
- • The premium-priced nature puts it out of reach for many players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected Alder
Neck Material
Quartersawn Maple
Fingerboard
AAA Flamed Rosewood
Pickups
Hand-wound Custom Shop '60/'63 Single Coils
Scale Length
25.5 inches
Frets
21 Narrow Tall
Bridge
American Vintage Synchronised Tremolo
Weight
8 lbs 4 oz (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The relicing primarily affects the aesthetics, but the aging process can subtly open up the wood, potentially adding a touch of warmth and resonance – though the pickups are the primary tonal driver.
Yes, they’re wound slightly hotter to provide a bit more output and sustain without straying too far from the classic Strat sound – a nice upgrade for players who like a bit more drive.
Dave Brown's meticulous attention to detail and hand-wound pickups elevate it above many other premium Fender offerings, providing a uniquely refined and personalized playing experience.
