{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-50s-stratocaster-nos-blonde","title":"Used 1998 Fender Custom Shop 50s Stratocaster NOS - Blonde","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed 1998 Fender Custom Shop 50s Stratocaster NOS - Blonde\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eStep back into the golden era of the solid-body electric with this 1998 Fender Custom Shop '50s Stratocaster. Dressed in a classic Blonde finish, this \"New Old Stock\" beauty captures the exact vibe of a guitar that just rolled off the Fullerton assembly line decades ago. This isn't just a reissue; it’s a time machine crafted with the premium tonewoods and meticulous attention to detail that only the Custom Shop wizards can provide. The lightweight ash body provides that signature \"snap\" and resonance that made the Stratocaster an industry standard, while the maple neck offers the bright, articulate punch favored by legends like Eric Clapton and Buddy Holly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePlug it in, and you’ll find the heart of a lion. These period-correct pickups are voiced to deliver everything from the \"bell-like\" cleans of the neck position to the biting, aggressive chime of the bridge. Whether you are chasing the smooth blues licks of Stevie Ray Vaughan or the pristine pop textures of Nile Rodgers, this Strat offers the versatility and soul required for any stage or studio session. The NOS treatment means you get a pristine, high-gloss finish without the artificial wear—letting you be the one to put the miles on this legendary workhorse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePalen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCondition: Excellent. Light wear typical of a gently used instrument. Light surface scratches, scuffs, etc. \u003cstrong\u003eThere are some small dings on the side of the guitar. Please see photos.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis item includes everything pictured.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlease feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48065213071617,"sku":"CN700408","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4787\/files\/ProductPhoto_49ae3f79-4e39-4356-9bb1-1051f4fe22c6.png?v=1771279543","url":"https:\/\/www.palenmusic.com\/products\/fender-custom-shop-50s-stratocaster-nos-blonde","provider":"Palen Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}