This relic loaded Stratocaster SSS pickguard features Alnico 2, hand-wound vintage,’50s vibe pickups wound and assembled entirely by me. It’s a drop-in replacement for most modern Strats. Just solder the output jack and you’re ready to play. If you’re a looking for an upgrade or something new for your Strat, this will be a nice upgrade. Alnico 2 pickups are clean and have excellent sustain. If your amp has some headroom, you’ll be able to drive it a bit harder before it breaks up. This is a mild relic. The pickguard has been lightly sanded and the knobs have been distressed to be dirty looking. It’s been on my shop bench for a little bit which will rough it up a little. I hand-wind every coil myself in small batches, chasing that clean, airy, bell-like Strat tone I’ve always loved. I gig with the same pickups I sell and I’m constantly tinkering with Strats. This is not a kit full of cheap parts, it’s a lovingly built piece of gear made in short runs, one at a time. You’ll hear the difference: classic Strat chime, great definition, and touch-sensitive response. I’m using quality components in all my builds (see specs). Wiring follows vintage Fender spec. If you want a different colour or spec, check my other listings or send me a message. I often have variations available. Distressed and rounded knobs. DCR: 5.9k? Bridge, 5.6k? Middle/neck. Elektrisola 42 AWG wire. Alnico 2 rod magnets, staggered and bevelled. RWRP middle for hum-cancelling in 2 & 4. Orange Drop 0.047uF capacitor. CTS dish back pots. Genuine Fender 5-way switch. Black/white pickguard colours can photograph differently; mint green shown as accurately as possible.
