Fender Custom Shop Limited 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster Masterbuilt by Art Esparza 2004
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FenderCustomShopLimited50thAnniversary1954StratocasterMasterbuiltbyArtEsparza 2004
FenderCustomShop Limited50thAnniversary1954Stratocaster Masterbuilt by ArtEsparza Made in 2004.
The model that arrived this time is a limited edition produced in 2004 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stratocaster's birth.
At the time, this model was produced by each master builder, but this one was produced by ArtEsparza.
The models produced by each master builder basically have the same specifications as 1954 Strats, but I'm curious as to what differences there were depending on the master builder they produced.
In fact, the 1954 Strat reissue has never been included in the past American Vintage series or other regular lines since it was temporarily included in the very early custom shop lineup.
The 1954 reissue Strat is actually a very rare model, produced only as an anniversary commemorative model.
1954 was the first year the Stratocaster was introduced to the world.
Shortly after this, there was a slight model change, and it became the so-called 57 Strat, which is still well-known today.
The difference compared to the 57 Strat is the body material.
Ash is used for the body material. Also, one very small point is that the string guide is round, whereas the 57ST is wave-shaped.
Also, if you look closely, you can see that the pickup cover is rounded. This is also a feature of the 54 Strat.
And the knobs are also rounded. Both the pickup cover and knob seem to have been made specifically for this model.
The neck shape is thick and rounded, giving the impression of being rather thick. A memorable piece that makes you feel the history of this original Stratocaster when you hold it.
Exterior condition: It has a cool appearance with relic weather check on the paint.
Truss rod has plenty of room
Condition of the frets: Approximately 7 minutes left on the frets. Good condition with no chatter or clogging of sound!
Nut width actual measurement approx. 42mm
Color sunburst
Manufacture year 2004
Pickup configuration SSS
Number of frets: 21 frets
neck scale long
Weight 3.42kg
Body material ash
Fingerboard material maple
Neck joint detachable bolt-on
Neck material maple
Accessories Hard case
FenderCustomShop Limited50thAnniversary1954Stratocaster Masterbuilt by ArtEsparza Made in 2004.
The model that arrived this time is a limited edition produced in 2004 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stratocaster's birth.
At the time, this model was produced by each master builder, but this one was produced by ArtEsparza.
The models produced by each master builder basically have the same specifications as 1954 Strats, but I'm curious as to what differences there were depending on the master builder they produced.
In fact, the 1954 Strat reissue has never been included in the past American Vintage series or other regular lines since it was temporarily included in the very early custom shop lineup.
The 1954 reissue Strat is actually a very rare model, produced only as an anniversary commemorative model.
1954 was the first year the Stratocaster was introduced to the world.
Shortly after this, there was a slight model change, and it became the so-called 57 Strat, which is still well-known today.
The difference compared to the 57 Strat is the body material.
Ash is used for the body material. Also, one very small point is that the string guide is round, whereas the 57ST is wave-shaped.
Also, if you look closely, you can see that the pickup cover is rounded. This is also a feature of the 54 Strat.
And the knobs are also rounded. Both the pickup cover and knob seem to have been made specifically for this model.
The neck shape is thick and rounded, giving the impression of being rather thick. A memorable piece that makes you feel the history of this original Stratocaster when you hold it.
Exterior condition: It has a cool appearance with relic weather check on the paint.
Truss rod has plenty of room
Condition of the frets: Approximately 7 minutes left on the frets. Good condition with no chatter or clogging of sound!
Nut width actual measurement approx. 42mm
Color sunburst
Manufacture year 2004
Pickup configuration SSS
Number of frets: 21 frets
neck scale long
Weight 3.42kg
Body material ash
Fingerboard material maple
Neck joint detachable bolt-on
Neck material maple
Accessories Hard case