Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic, Super Faded Aged Black #R125525

Full Description

Vintage-inspired design

The Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic is a tribute to a legendary era of electric guitars. Featuring a Super Faded Aged Black finish, this Stratocaster captures the look of an instrument that has been lovingly stored and played over decades. The subtle checking, worn edges, and lightly aged hardware give this guitar a sense of history, making it feel like an authentic relic straight out of the golden age of rock 'n' roll. It's a guitar with a story, even before you play your first note.

Premium craftsmanship

Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, the Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic is built using a two-piece alder body, chosen for its balanced tonal characteristics and lightweight feel. The body is finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, a classic choice that allows the wood to resonate naturally and develop even more character with age. This is paired with a custom maple neck, shaped in the familiar '65 Strat "C" profile, providing a comfortable and versatile feel for any style of play.

Superior playability

From the moment you pick it up, this Stratocaster offers an effortlessly smooth playing experience. The AAA rosewood fingerboard, with a 9.5-inch radius and 21 medium vintage frets, ensures comfortable navigation across the neck, making it ideal for intricate lead lines, expressive bends, and rhythmic chord work. The medium vintage frets provide just the right amount of resistance, making every note articulate and clear without sacrificing the classic Strat feel.

Classic tone with modern versatility

At the heart of this Stratocaster's sound are the Custom Shop Fat '60s pickups, meticulously designed to capture the warm, full-bodied tones that defined the era. These single-coil pickups deliver everything from crisp, bell-like highs to a punchy, rounded low end. With a modern five-way selector switch, you can easily access a wide range of tones, from sparkling clean rhythm sounds to gritty, overdriven leads. This guitar offers the unmistakable Fender sound with a level of versatility that suits any musical style.

Reliable hardware and premium components

Every aspect of the Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic is designed for reliable performance. The American Vintage Stratocaster bridge ensures stable tuning, while the vintage-style tuners provide smooth, precise adjustment. The white control knobs and selector switch tip maintain the classic aesthetic, while the durable nitrocellulose finish not only enhances the guitar’s tone but also allows it to age gracefully over time. This is a guitar built to perform, both on stage and in the studio, while looking and sounding like a true piece of history.

Specifications

• Product Name: Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic, Super Faded Aged Black
• Product Code: 9238014426 #R125525

Body

• Body Material: Alder (2-piece)
• Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Super Faded Aged Black
• Body Style: Classic 1965 Stratocaster
• Body Weight Sort: No sort for lightweight
• Body Construction: 2-piece spread

Neck & fretboard

• Neck Material: Maple, Plain Grain
• Neck Profile: '65 Strat "C"
• Fingerboard Material: AAA Rosewood, 9mm
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5 inches
• Number of Frets: 21, Medium Vintage
• Nut Width: 1.650 inches
• Truss Rod: Early '60s Style
• Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer with Medium Tint
• Neck Finish Options: Painted Head Cap
• Neck Binding: .060 Parchment x .280
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt, R Serial Vintage CC
• Headstock: Small with Gold Decals
• Tuners: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
• Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dots (7mm), Micarta Black Side Dots
• Fret Wire: Medium Vintage / 47095
• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.820 inches
• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.974 inches
• Neck Butt Width: 2.200 inches

Hardware & electronics

• Bridge: American Vintage Stratocaster Bridge, Chrome/Nickel Hardware
• Tremolo Arm: Vintage Upgraded 60's CC
• Tremolo Arm Tip: White CC
• Output Assembly: Vintage Strat CC
• Strap Locks: None
• Pickguard: Custom 63-76 Strat Nitro Cellulose CC
• Pickups: Custom Shop Fat '60s (Neck, Middle, Bridge)
• Pickup Configuration: SSS (Single-Coil, Single-Coil, Single-Coil)
• Pickup Selector: 5-Way Lever Switch
• Control Knobs: White, Modern CC
• Volume and Tone Controls: 250K 10 Taper Pots (3)
• Strings: 010-013-017-026-036-046
• Case: Fender Custom Shop Strat/Tele Black Case