Here for sale we have a Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster in Black finish. Made in the USA in 2011, this model was introduced in 1988 and was one of the first USA made artist models after Fender employees purchased the brand from CBS in 1985. Based on Clapton's most famous and favourite 'Blackie' this guitar naturally features a bolt-on construction comprising an Alder body, Maple neck and 22 fret Maple fingerboard. Chrome hardware is fitted, including a Blocked American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo bridge and Vintage-Style split-post tuning machines. A trio of Fender Noiseless Strat Single-Coil pickups are installed, and are wired to a 5-way blade switch, master volume, master TBX and master mid boost controls. The Maple neck plays beautifully, with the Soft 'V' profile promoting ergonomic thumb positioning and providing a suitably vintage-inspired playing experience. Certainly, the profile feels unique when compared with Fender's more modern 'C' shape necks, and is a nice nod to Clapton's own 'Blackie' which was built with components from three 1950's Stratocasters. The 9.5" fingerboard is a modern touch which aids with lead lines and string bending, making for a much more practical and playable instrument. It's also likely that the original 'Blackie' ended up with a radius close to 9.5" due to the numerous re-frets that it underwent. The trio of Fender Noiseless Strat Single-Coil pickups installed in this guitar deliver classic '50s Stratocaster tones whilst reducing the noise and hum that comes along with those original pickups. All of the traditional Stratocaster sounds are here; warmth and clarity in the neck, funky rhythm tones in the middle, bright biting sounds in the bridge and plenty of Strat 'honk' in positions 2 & 4. The TBX control was originally introduced by Fender for this model, and functions as a normal tone control up to 5, after which it produces more treble, bass and presence - hence the name 'Treble Bass Xpander'. The mid boost is an exciting addition that allows you to really beef up your sound - not something often associated with the Stratocaster. Brand- Fender Model- Eric Clapton Stratocaster Finish- Black Year- 2014 Made In- USA Body- Alder Neck- Maple Neck Profile- Soft "V" Fingerboard- Maple Fingerboard Radius- 9.5" Frets- 22 Scale Legnth- 25.5" Nut Width- 1.65" Pickups- 3x Vintage Noiseless Single-Coils Controls- 5-Way Blade Switch, Master Volume, Master TBX Tone Control, Master Active Mid Boost (0-25dB)

Verification report

Our ID: 106032583940 Weight: 8lbs Serial: US13120655 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall very good condition, the top edges demonstrate light to moderate indentation, most notable to the treble side front edge where an indentation pierces the finish. Neck: Overall very good condition, the fingerboard demonstrates moderate scratching between the first and second frets beneath the D, G and B strings. This cannot be felt under the strings in playing position. The rear of the neck demonstrates a moderate scratch to the bass side in the early register, with further lighter scratching and very light indentation apparent throughout the register. All of these markings cannot be felt under the thumb in playing position. Body: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates very light scratching and indentation visible only under direct lighting at certain angles. This is most notable surrounding the jack socket. The sides and edges of the instrument demonstrate similar markings. The rear demonstrates some mild to moderate indentation in the center of the face consistent with buckle rash. Condition of Frets: The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for future fret work. Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (1​/​8" hex) not included. Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear. Both bottom corners of the backplate have cracked, not affecting functionality. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 10-46 Electrics: Fully functional. Case & Accessories Fender hard case The case demonstrates very light signs of use.