Description
The Fender Custom Shop Dick Dale Signature Stratocaster NOS celebrates one of the most influential electric guitarists of all time. As the undisputed King of Surf Guitar, Dick Dale redefined what the Stratocaster could do, pioneering rapid-fire picking, cavernous reverb-soaked melodies, and unmatched stage energy. This Custom Shop tribute faithfully captures the spirit of his iconic instrument while delivering the craftsmanship and reliability modern players expect. Whether you're chasing vintage surf tones or simply appreciate one of Fender's most unique artist models, this Strat stands as a fitting homage to a true guitar legend.
A select alder body provides the balanced resonance and snap that have made the Stratocaster a timeless favorite for generations. Finished in dazzling Chartreuse Sparkle, the guitar commands attention while maintaining the clean, unaged appearance of Fender's New Old Stock treatment. The lightly figured maple neck features Dick Dale's comfortable custom "C" profile and distinctive reverse headstock, paired with a rosewood fingerboard featuring a traditional 7.25" radius and 21 vintage-style frets. Together, these appointments recreate the feel of a classic early Strat while delivering the smooth response that inspired decades of groundbreaking performances.
Three Custom Shop '50s single-coil Strat pickups produce sparkling cleans, articulate highs, and the punchy attack essential for authentic surf music, blues, rock, and beyond. A traditional three-position blade switch delivers the familiar bridge, middle, and neck pickup voices, while the additional toggle switch bypasses the standard selector to instantly activate the neck and middle pickups together, providing one of Dick Dale's signature tonal options. The synchronized vintage-style tremolo bridge adds expressive vibrato while preserving classic Strat feel and response.
The Chartreuse Sparkle finish perfectly reflects Dick Dale's larger-than-life personality, while the reverse headstock and signature on the headstock make this instrument instantly recognizable. Vintage-style appointments, including the mint green pickguard, chrome bridge cover, nickel/chrome hardware, and classic white plastics, reinforce the guitar's unmistakable vintage aesthetic while honoring one of Fender's most iconic artist collaborations.
The Fender Custom Shop Dick Dale Signature Stratocaster NOS is far more than a collector's piece. It is a faithful recreation of a guitar that helped shape modern electric guitar history. Combining legendary surf tone, Custom Shop craftsmanship, and one of Fender's most distinctive artist designs, this Strat is an inspiring instrument for players and collectors alike. Cream City Music is proud to offer this exceptional tribute to one of the true pioneers of electric guitar.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Select Alder
- Body Shape: Stratocaster
- Finish: Urethane
- Color: Chartreuse Sparkle
- Neck Material: Lightly Figured Maple
- Neck Shape: "C" Shape
- Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.600"
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Number of Frets: 21
- Frets: Vintage-Style
- Inlays: White Dot
- Tuners: Vintage-Style
- Bridge: 6-Saddle American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
- Bridge Cover: Chrome Bridge Cover Included
- Tremolo Arm: Vintage-Style Tremolo Arm
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
- Control Knobs: White Plastic
- Switch Tip: White
- Neck Pickup: Custom Shop '50s Single-Coil Strat
- Middle Pickup: Custom Shop '50s Single-Coil Strat
- Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop '50s Single-Coil Strat
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Controls: Master Volume
- Switching: 3-Position Blade Switch with Toggle Switch Activating Neck and Middle Pickups
- Case Included: Deluxe Hardshell Case
Sku: 9235001316
