Maybach Stradovari S54 FP Heavy Relic

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Maybach Stradovari S54 FP Heavy Relic

Maybach

Stradovari S54 FP Heavy Relic

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 602818
Brand: Maybach
Model: Stradovari S54 FP Heavy Relic
Price: $2,409.00

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This Maybach Stradovari S54 FP is a seriously cool, vintage-voiced Strat alternative. The relic job is well-executed, and the Amber pickups nail that classic chime. It’s a great choice for players chasing that warm, articulate tone of a '60s Strat without the vintage price tag—perfect for blues, rock, and lighter genres.

Product Description

  • Maybach Stradovari S54 FP Heavy Relic
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Alder
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Fingerboard inlays: Black dots
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • 21 Frets
  • Nut width: 42.8 mm
  • Pickup: Amber '61 Special Calibrated Single Coils Set
  • 1 Volume and 2 tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • CTS pots
  • Vintage-style tremolo
  • Machine heads: Gotoh SD-91
  • Strings: D'Addario EXL110
  • Nitrocellulose lacquer
  • Finish: Heavy Relic Aged
  • Colour: Frosty Pink
  • Includes Maybach luxury case and certificate
PROS
  • • Alder body provides excellent resonance and a balanced tonal foundation.
  • • Amber '61 Special pickups deliver authentic, articulate vintage Strat tones.
  • • Gotoh SD-91 machine heads ensure smooth, stable tuning and a vintage feel.
  • • Heavy relic finish authentically replicates years of wear, enhancing the aesthetic.
CONS
  • • Frosty Pink finish is a bold choice, limiting appeal for some players.
  • • Heavy relicing may feel excessive or inauthentic for players seeking pristine condition.
  • • While versatile, leans towards classic tones; modern high-gain sounds are limited.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Amber '61 Special Calibrated Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 21
Bridge Vintage-style Tremolo
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) – typical for an alder body with relicing

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a convincing imitation, but a discerning eye will notice it's artificially aged. The finish has a consistent character, unlike the unpredictable nature of genuine wear.
They're advertised as CTS pots, which suggests a good quality, but their exact vintage reproduction spec isn’t explicitly stated – expect modern CTS tolerances.
The vintage-style tremolo is functional, but requires careful setup and potentially upgraded springs to avoid tuning issues, especially with aggressive use.

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