A stunning example of vintage-inspired craftsmanship, the Fender Custom Shop 1959 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic in Super Faded Sonic Blue blends iconic design with modern precision and playability. Finished in thin nitrocellulose lacquer, the Super Faded Sonic Blue showcases subtle aging and character, enhanced by a tasteful Journeyman Relic treatment that delivers the look and feel of a well-loved original without heavy wear. Its two-piece select alder body produces classic Strat resonance with balanced lows, clear mids, and shimmering highs, while the quartersawn maple neck carved to a comfortable ’59 “D” profile offers excellent stability and a naturally broken-in feel. A premium 3A rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5″ radius and narrow tall frets provides smooth playability, effortless bends, and a perfect blend of vintage vibe and modern comfort. Outfitted with a trio of Custom Shop hand-wound Fat ’50s single-coil pickups, this Stratocaster delivers everything from glassy cleans to warm blues tones and the unmistakable Strat “quack,” all supported by a tone-saver treble bleed circuit that maintains clarity at any volume. Vintage-style hardware, including a synchronized tremolo and aged nickel/chrome appointments, along with a mint green pickguard, complete the authentic aesthetic. Built with the precision and attention to detail that defines Fender’s Custom Shop, this instrument is equally suited for stage, studio, or collection—secure this exceptional Stratocaster today and experience the tone and feel of a true classic.
Specifications
Model: Fender Custom Shop 1959 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic (Time Machine Series)
Finish: Super Faded Sonic Blue (Nitrocellulose Lacquer)
Orientation: Right-Hand
Body Material: 2-Piece Select Alder
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Shape: Stratocaster
Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
Neck Shape: 1959 “D” Profile
Fingerboard: 3A Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
Frets: 21 Narrow Tall (6105)
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.650"
Scale Length: 25.5"
Inlays: Vintage Clay Dot
Pickup Configuration: SSS
Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Fat ’50s Single-Coil
Middle Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound RWRP Fat ’50s Single-Coil
Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Fat ’50s Single-Coil
Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge)
Switching: 5-Way Blade
Special Feature: Tone-Saver Treble Bleed Circuit
Bridge: Custom Shop Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
Strings: .010–.046 Nickel Plated Steel
Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case
Included: Strap, Certificate of Authenticity
