Fender LTD Reverse Esquire HR AB

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Fender LTD Reverse Esquire HR AB

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LTD Reverse Esquire HR AB

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553003
Brand: Fender
Model: LTD Reverse Esquire HR AB
Price: $4,948.90

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This Fender LTD Reverse Esquire is a beautifully crafted instrument channeling that early-to-mid '50s Fender vibe, but with a modern twist. The reversed Esquire configuration and 'Cocked Wah' wiring provide a unique, instantly recognizable tone, and the relic'd finish looks fantastic. It’s perfect for players seeking a distinctive, vintage-inspired sound and a comfortable neck, especially those into blues, rockabilly, and twangy tones.

Product Description

  • Fender LTD Reverse Esquire HR AB
  • Electric Guitar
  • 2-Piece selected off-centre seam ash body
  • One-piece rift sawn maple neck
  • Neck profile: '57 style soft V
  • Vintage compound fretboard radius: 7.25" - 9.5"
  • Bone nut
  • 21 Medium vintage (47095) frets
  • Pickup: 1 Custom Shop handwound '50/'51 Blackguard single coil
  • Reversed "Cocked Wah" Esquire wiring
  • 3-Way switch
  • Single layer parchment pickguard
  • Inverted Nocaster bridge with RSD compensated brass saddles
  • Vintage style tuners
  • Disc string tree
  • Finish: Heavy Relic
  • Colour: Aged Black
  • Incl. deluxe hardshell case
  • strap
  • 2022 Mid-Year Collection and certificate of authenticity
PROS
  • • Exceptional ash body resonance delivers a focused, articulate tone.
  • • The '57 style neck profile provides remarkable comfort and playability.
  • • Custom Shop pickup nails classic Blackguard single-coil character.
  • • Heavy Relic finish authentically recreates vintage wear and charm.
CONS
  • • The Reverse Esquire design limits tonal versatility somewhat.
  • • Heavy Relic finish may not appeal to players preferring a clean look.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.

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Key Features

Body Material 2-Piece Selected Off-Centre Seam Ash
Neck Material One-Piece Rift Sawn Maple
Fingerboard Vintage Compound Radius (7.25" - 9.5")
Pickups 1 Custom Shop Handwound '50/'51 Blackguard Single Coil
Scale Length 24.75"
Frets 21 Medium Vintage (47095)
Bridge Inverted Nocaster with RSD Compensated Brass Saddles
Weight 8.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It creates a characteristic 'wah' effect when picking closer to the bridge or neck, adding a unique tonal flavor and a more dynamic response.
The finish is thin but protective; it’s a deliberate aesthetic choice, but consistent playing won’t significantly worsen the relicing. It’s a cosmetic feature, not a structural weakness.
This LTD uses higher-grade materials (ash body, rift sawn maple neck) and a Custom Shop pickup, offering superior tone and feel, while the aesthetic is heavily focused on vintage accuracy.

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