Fender Eric Clapton Signature Custom Stratocaster MN (Black)

Electric Guitar ST-Model

CHF 4085.00
MSRP: CHF 4477.85

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Product #	83175
Brand	Fender
Category	Electric Guitar ST-Models
Brand Category	Fender - ST Models
Series	Fender Signature Series
Release date	December 2008
Availability	1 unit in stock

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The Fender Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster is a high-quality, USA-made electric guitar designed in collaboration with the legendary guitarist himself.

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Description

It is based on the traditional Fender Stratocaster design but includes a number of custom features that match Eric Clapton’s playing preferences.

This model includes an alder body, a one-piece maple neck with a soft "V" shape profile, and a maple fingerboard. The tone is shaped by a trio of Vintage Noiseless pickups, which deliver classic single-coil sounds without the hum, making it ideal for clean tones and blues-driven overdrive.

A key feature of this model is the built-in mid-boost circuit (up to 25dB), which functions almost like a built-in overdrive pedal. Combined with the active TBX tone control, this makes the guitar extremely versatile for shaping your sound. The guitar also features a blocked synchronized tremolo bridge, similar to how Eric Clapton's personal guitars are set up, which enhances tuning stability and sustains his preferred playing style.

It’s a professional-grade instrument ideal for demanding guitarists who want a reliable, expressive tool with personal touches inspired by an iconic musician. Whether for studio, stage, or personal enjoyment, the Eric Clapton Stratocaster delivers outstanding tone and refined playability.

Supplied items

Included Accessories: Deluxe Hardshell Case, Strap, Certificate of Authenticity

Attributes

Key attributes

Pickup Types H=Humbucker Pickup, S=Single Coil Pickup, P=P90 Pickup	SSS
Colour	Black
Body Shape	ST-Model Originally designed by Fender, the Stratocaster is one of the most-often emulated electric guitar shapes.
Fingerboard Material	Maple
Body Material	Alder

Body

Guitar Construction	Solid Body
Orientation	Right-Handed
Top Material	Alder

Neck

Fingerboard Radius	9.5"
Neck Finish	Satin
Neck Material	Maple
Guitar Scale	25.5"
Neck Profile	"V" Profile
Number of Frets	22
Fret Size	Vintage
Nut Width	42mm
Nut Material	Bone
Position Inlays	Dots

Hardware

Bridge Type	Tremolo
Hardware Finish	Chrome , Silver
String Gauge	.010"
Tuning Machines	Vintage Tuning Machines
Coil Split	No
Including Bag	Hard case

Electric Guitar ST-Model attributes

Guitar Finish

Gloss

Product Details

Product Number	83175
Brand	Fender
Series	Signature Series
Category	Electric Guitar ST-Model
Brand Category	Fender - ST Models
Relevancy rank	376 of 1001
Date	December 2008

Dimension

Weight	3.5kg
Box Depth	692mm
Gross Weight	11.7kg

Properties

- Select alder body; Black, Mercedes Blue or Midnight Blue finish
- Three Vintage Noiseless™ single-coil Strat® pickups
- "Soft V"-shaped neck; 9.5"-radius maple fingerboard with 22 vintage-style frets
- Five-position blade pickup switch; TBX™ tone control; active mid boost
- Blocked tremolo; Eric Clapton signature on headsotck

- Weight: 3.500kg

Specifications

- Body: Select Alder
- Body Finish: Urethane
- Body Material: Select Alder
- Body Shape: Stratocaster®
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
- Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Shape: Soft "V"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Vintage Style
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
- Position Inlays: Black Dot
- String Nut: Synthetic Bone
- Bridge: Blocked American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
- Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Includes Chrome Bridge Cover
- Control Knobs: White Plastic
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Serialized
- Pickguard: 1-Ply White
- Strings: Fender® USA 250R Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges), PN 0730250406
- Switch Tip: White
- Tremolo Arm: Vintage-Style Tremolo Arm
- Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
- Bridge Pickup: Vintage Noiseless™ Single-Coil Strat®
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. Master TBX™ Tone Control, Tone 2. Master Active Mid Boost (0-25dB). Mid boost kit
- Middle Pickup: Vintage Noiseless™ Single-Coil Strat®
- Neck Pickup: Vintage Noiseless™ Single-Coil Strat®
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Special Electronics: TBX™ Tone Circuit
- Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup

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Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster

jean-pierre d. 24.05.2020

In black (Blackie), no aging.
I compare with my 1998 Fender USA Clapton Strat (Lace Sensors or more recent Noiseless pickups) and a 2017 Fender Clapton neck (as replacement of the 1998 neck).
The Custom Shop guitar has of course the standard Clapton setup (Noiseless pickups, boost and TBX, onboard electronics (9V battery in the trem cavity), blocked trem, single ply 8 screws pickguard).
Everything is very well setup and flawless (everything is approximately 10% better than on the standard USA model).
The shape of the neck (V) is significantly different, much nicer and more user-friendly than on the standard USA.
The Custom falls in the hands and stays there, for a better play.
Simply better, an exceptional Clapton guitar.
So there is a concrete added value in the Custom Shop model ...
which I would strongly recommend (with no personal interest whatsoever).

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Founded in the 1940's by Clarence Leo Fender, Fender Electric Instrument Manufacturing Company is one of the best known brands in the world of electric guitars, basses, amplifiers and electric pianos. Fender continued to innovate in these areas and built legendary models such as the Telecaster and Stratocaster for the guitar and the Rhodes for the electric piano.

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