Fender Pre-Wired ST Pickguard 50 Par

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Fender Pre-Wired ST Pickguard 50 Par

Fender

Pre-Wired ST Pickguard 50 Par

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Product Info

Article Number: 478558
Brand: Fender
Model: Pre-Wired ST Pickguard 50 Par
Price: $305.80

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This Fender Pre-Wired 50 Par pickguard is a fantastic upgrade for Strat players chasing that classic, warm, and slightly overdriven vintage tone. The Fat '50s pickups really nail that early-to-mid '50s vibe, and the pre-wired setup makes it accessible even if you're not a soldering expert. It's perfect for blues, rock, and country players wanting that authentic Fender sound.

Product Description

  • Fender Pre-Wired ST Pickguard 50 Par
  • Prewired Stratocaster pickguard
  • With 3 Custom Shop Fat '50 single coils
  • Molded magnetic wire
  • Reverse-wound
  • mid single coil
  • Offset
  • hand-set and bevelled Alnico 5 magnets for symmetrical performance
  • Period-correct cioth wire and fiber bobbin
  • 11-Hole
  • Colour: Parchment
PROS
  • • Custom Shop Fat ’50s deliver a thick, harmonically rich vintage tone.
  • • Pre-wired convenience saves time and ensures proper installation.
  • • Reverse-wound middle coil cancels hum for quieter playing.
  • • Parchment pickguard adds authentic vintage aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for a pickguard.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels in vintage-style genres.
  • • 11-hole mounting may not fit all Stratocaster variants.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge, Middle, Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level 8.5kΩ (Bridge), 7.2kΩ (Middle), 7.8kΩ (Neck)
DC Resistance 6.2kΩ (Average)
Mounting 11-Hole Stratocaster
Cover Parchment

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Frequently Asked Questions

While they share the same spec sheet and construction, the slight variations in winding and assembly can mean subtle differences in final tone, though still extremely close.
It should fit most modern Strats, but double-check your guitar's control layout and mounting hole spacing – the 11-hole pattern is crucial for compatibility.
Yes, it helps to reduce microphonic noise and contributes to a cleaner, more focused signal, especially when amplifying.

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