2023 Fender Custom Shop Empire '67 Stratocaster Relic Violin Burst

This Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster combines vintage-inspired specs with premium modern upgrades. Featuring a roasted alder body in a striking Violin Burst lacquer finish, it's loaded with hand-wound '67 Strat Empire pickups and a Strat Blender wiring harness for a wide tonal palette. The roasted quarter-sawn maple neck sports a AAA rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5"–12" compound radius and a comfortable 60s Oval "C" profile. Vintage-style hardware, narrow tall frets, and tasteful relic treatment give it an authentic, broken-in feel—perfect for players seeking classic tone with enhanced versatility.

Excellent condition.  Includes original case, traveler, and CoA.

Neck Depth - .83-1.01

Body: Roasted Alder | 66 Strat Style | Lacquer Finish
Body Color: Violin Burst
Body Spread: Yes Sort
Bridge: American Vintage Strat Bridge REL
Bridge Holes: Vintage Strat
Pickups: HW Strat Empire 67 NK REL (Neck) | HW Strat Empire 67 RWRP REL (Middle) | HW Strat Empire 67 BRG REL (Bridge)
Pickup Configuration: SSS
Controls: Strat Blender w/Greasebucket + Tone Saver REL
Switching: 5-Way Lever Switch
Pickguard: 63–76 Strat Eggshell REL
Output Jack: Vintage Strat REL
Trem Arm: Vintage Upgraded 60’s REL | Tip – Eggshell REL
String Tree: AM Vintage 65 + Nylon Spacer REL
Strap Locks: None
Neck Plate: V Logo Serial Number REL
Rear Cover: None
Back Plate: Vintage Strat .060 Eggshell REL

Neck: Maple Roasted Quarter Sawn
Neck Finish: Medium Tint NCL
Neck Shape: 60 Style Oval “C”
Fingerboard: AAA Indian Rosewood | 9mm | Round Lam | 9.5–12" Compound Radius
Frets: 21 | Narrow Tall / 6105
Truss Rod: Early 60’s
Nut: Bone (GTR & J-Bass) | Width – 1.650"
Butt Width: 2.200"
Tuning Keys: Vintage w/ Fender Logo REL
Inlays: Mother of Pearl 7mm | Side Dots – Mother of Pearl 3/32”
Dot Spacing: Narrow
Mounting Style: 4-Bolt
Headstock: Large 60 Scoop | Decal: 64–67 Strat
Head Thickness: .590"
Headstock Binding: None
Neck Binding: None