Fender Fat 50s Strat WF3CS Relic
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Fat 50s Strat WF3CS Relic
Product Info
Article Number:
532016
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Fat 50s Strat WF3CS Relic
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$6,378.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Fat 50s Strat Relic is a serious contender for vintage tone hounds. The custom shop build quality is impeccable, and those Fat 50s pickups deliver a wonderfully thick and vocal sound. It's a premium-priced instrument best suited for players chasing that authentic 50s Strat vibe for blues, rock, and beyond.
Product Description
- Fender Fat 50s Strat WF3CS Relic
- Electric Guitar
- 2022 Limited Edition
- Custom Shop
- Light alder body
- Riftsawn maple neck
- Maple fretboard
- 54 Soft "V" neck profile
- Radius: 9.5"
- 21x 6100 Jumbo frets
- 3x Handwound Fat 50s single coil pickups (RWRP medium PU)
- Single ply 11-hole parchment pickguard
- FAT 50s wiring
- 5-Way switch
- 1x Volume
- 2x tone
- Vintage hardware
- Colour: Wide Fat 3 Color Sunburst
- Incl. case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Light alder body offers excellent resonance and comfortable playability.
- • Fat 50s pickups deliver thick, warm tones perfect for classic rock.
- • 9.5” radius and '54 Soft V neck provide a vintage-inspired feel.
- • Relic finish replicates a well-loved vintage instrument's character.
CONS
- • High-end price point places it out of reach for many players.
- • Relic'd finish may not appeal to those seeking a pristine, new look.
- • Limited pickup versatility compared to modern, coil-splitting options.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Light Alder
Neck Material
Riftsawn Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
3x Handwound Fat 50s Single Coil (RWRP Medium)
Scale Length
25.5"
Frets
21x 6100 Jumbo
Bridge
Vintage Style Tremolo
Weight
8.1 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The relicing is purely cosmetic; it doesn't impact playability or tone directly. The wood itself is untouched, preserving the instrument's natural resonance.
While they aim to replicate the vintage tone, they are modern interpretations using contemporary materials and construction techniques, offering a very close approximation.
Yes, the '54 Soft V offers a comfortable and full feel, making it a good choice for players with bigger hands or those who find thinner profiles less comfortable.
