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 FENDER JAZZ BASS GUITAR DELUXE ACTIVE NOISELESS PICKUPS with Hardshell Case  US $775.00
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With its wide range of tones and superb build quality, the Clapton Strat is really an amazing instrument.
In the past several years, Fender has released a number of Artist-related instruments, mostly electric guitars, to diversify the tonal palette of their already huge offerings. Surely the most common model to have Artist offerings is their cherished Stratocaster. One of the first such guitars was the Eric Clapton Stratocaster, which has had a few changes since its initial presentation, though it remains one of their best-selling models. It stays a highly versatile and desired instrument.
Features
The Clapton Stratocaster is built with an alder body, maple neck (soft V shape), and maple fretboard with 22 vintage frets. Chrome hardware is standard equipment, as is a blocked vintage tremolo. Fender vintage style tuners are stock as well. The electronics are unique, including Fender's own Vintage Noiseless Stratocaster pickups that are wired using a master TBX and master active-mid boost that can provide 25db of gain if needed. A Fender tweed case is included.
Performance
Since most musicians browsing for a Clapton guitar are already familiar with the primary Stratocaster features, it's likely best to concentrate on what makes the Clapton Stratocaster unique.
For starters, there's the electronics. Throughout his great career, Eric Clapton has used a variety of instruments, including a Gibson Les Paul, a Gibson SG, a Gibson ES-335, and, of course, a Fender Stratocaster. So it goes without saying that Slowhand needs a guitar that can cover a lot of sonic territory.
Fender has obliged with an astounding amount of sonic versatility in a single guitar. For starters, there's an active mid-boost control (powered by a 9-volt battery).
Matched with the Fender Vintage Noiseless pickups and the master TBX tone control, this mid-boost gives this guitar unheard of tonal versatility. In fact, the Eric Clapton model Stratocaster is one of the most multifaceted instruments we've ever played, bar none.
The sounds are only part of the picture, though. The playability is top rate as well, owing in no little part to the V-shaped neck with 9.5" radius. The neck is fabulously smooth and notes fret and bend with ease. It truly is one of the most comfortable necks we've ever seen.
We have to be honest and say that this guitar is also one of the best playing guitars we've ever reviewed. It's really that good.
That's not to say we wouldn't have some suggestions should Mr. Clapton ask our views. While the vintage-style tuners add an air of old-school appeal to the model, we think that locking tuners would be a more proper choice for such a contemporary guitar.
Similarly, it would be nice if the vibrato wasn't blocked by default, but that's the way Clapton likes it, so that's the way it is. The minor "problems" are not really worth worrying about.
The Bottom Line
With its wide range of tones and superb build quality, the Clapton Strat is really an amazing instrument, and we recommend it highly. It's a keeper!
Name of Gear: Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster
List Price: $2,199.99
Manufacturer Info: Fender Musical Instruments; fender.com
Pros: Great neck; perfect fretwork; wide array of sounds
Cons: Blocked tremolo might not be for everyone
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Fender Samarium Cobalt Noiseless Stratocaster Pickups (3-Pack) - White $179.99 Designed by legendary guitar pickup guru Bill Lawrence and brought to life in full collaboration with the Famous Fender Research and Design team, our Fender Samarium Cobalt Noiseless guitar pickups represent a true breakthrough in pickup technology. |
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Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups Butterscotch Blonde $699.99 Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups Butterscotch Blonde |
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Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups White Blonde $699.99 Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups White Blonde |
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Fender Standard Telecaster Fsr Ash Butterscotch Blonde With Vintage Noiseless Pickups White Blonde $699.99 Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups White Blonde |
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Fender Standard Telecaster Fsr Ash Butterscotch Blonde With Vintage Noiseless Pickups Butterscotch Blonde $699.99 Fender Standard Telecaster FSR Ash Butterscotch Blonde with Vintage Noiseless Pickups Butterscotch Blonde |
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Fender Vintage Noiseless Strat Pickup Set $129.95 The Fender Vintage Noiseless Strat Pickup Set can breath new life into your Stratocaster. Made with Alnico V magnets, custom magnet wire, and aged white covers with gold "Noiseless" logo. The 3 pickup set comes with 3 control pots. Fender Vintage Noiseless Strat Pickups are crisp, clear, and quiet. |
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Fender Noiseless J Bass 2-Pickup Set Black $129.95 Made with the same technology as Fender's "Noiseless" guitar pickups, but voiced for that unmistakable Jazz Bass tone. Special magnets and enamel coated magnet wire along with Fender's "Noiseless" technology produce a unique vintage sound without that annoying 60-cycle buzz.Vintage toneHum-freeDistinctive J Bass sound |
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Fender FSR Standard Ash Stratocaster with Vintage Noiseless Pickups Electric Guitar White Blonde $699.99 The beautifully grained ash body is set off by a yummy mint pickguard. Vintage Noiseless pups have the time-tested single-coil bite without the annoying hum. All-pro appointments include the 21-fret, C-shaped, maple neck; vintage-style, 6-point; synchronous tremolo; and die-cast tuning keys. Includes gig bag.Check the drop-down menu to the right to select colors and/or other options.Distinctive features:Ash bodyVintage Noiseless single-coil pickupsMint-tinted pickguard |
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Fender Fsr Standard Ash Stratocaster With Vintage Noiseless Pickups Electric Guitar White Blonde $699.99 The beautifully grained ash body is set off by a yummy mint pickguard. Vintage Noiseless pups have the time-tested single-coil bite without the annoying hum. All-pro appointments include the 21-fret, C-shaped, maple neck; vintage-style, 6-point; synchronous tremolo; and die-cast tuning keys. Includes gig bag.Check the drop-down menu to the right to select colors and/or other options.Distinctive features:Ash bodyVintage Noiseless single-coil pickupsMint-tinted pickguard |
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Fender Hot Noiseless 3 Pickup Set White $149.95 Jeff Beck wanted a bigger sound and better tonal dynamics than a standard single-coil pickup could deliver, and he got exactly what he was after in the new hotter Noiseless design. Warm and punchy neck pickup tone with a bluesy feel, and a bridge pickup that screams at high gain. The clean tone is clear and very full. These pickups deliver the best definition and sensitivity that has ever graced the Strat.Designed for Jeff BeckNo 60-cycle humHot, edgy single-coil sound |
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Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set $104.36 The Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set is for those who have always hoped they could find a humbucker with the bite, snap and snarl of a '60s Tele pickup. Now Fender has made that dream a reality. Designed with Special Alnico V magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire, these innovative stacked Tele pickups are even quieter than standard humbuckers! The neck pickup has a nickel silver cover for added clarity while the bridge pickup produces the traditional Tele twang. Each pickup proudly displays the Noiseless logo for more of that classic Fender vibe.'60s Tele twang, snap, and snarl combined with humbucker quietnessSpecial Alnico V magnets in a stacked configurationEnamel-coated magnet wireNeck pickup has nickel silver cover for added clarityBridge pickup developed to produce traditional Tele tone |
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Used Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set $104.36 The Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set is for those who have always hoped they could find a humbucker with the bite, snap and snarl of a '60s Tele pickup. Now Fender has made that dream a reality. Designed with Special Alnico V magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire, these innovative stacked Tele pickups are even quieter than standard humbuckers! The neck pickup has a nickel silver cover for added clarity while the bridge pickup produces the traditional Tele twang. Each pickup proudly displays the Noiseless logo for more of that classic Fender vibe.'60s Tele twang, snap, and snarl combined with humbucker quietnessSpecial Alnico V magnets in a stacked configurationEnamel-coated magnet wireNeck pickup has nickel silver cover for added clarityBridge pickup developed to produce traditional Tele tone |
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Lace Holy Grail Noiseless Pickup 3-Pack White $216.99 The Lace Holy Grail is a remarkable hum-canceling vintage-toned guitar pickup. Conventional stacked pickups sacrifice the high and low end, but the Holy Grail's patented breakthrough sidewinder design retains the depth and the sparkle that is the hallmark of vintage tone. Pure Alnico 5 magnets combined with Lace technology delivers that classic tone you have been searching for. The rich tone of Holy Grail Noiseless Pickups sounds good both clean and distorted.3-pack with (2) HG 1000 neck and mid and (1) HG 1500 bridge.Lace includes a three-inch mini data CD that includes all its latest wiring diagrams in color along with Lace's most current pickup and guitar catalogs. Also includes a warranty card and other useful information regarding Lace Music Products.Includes 3" mini data CD with color wiring diagrams |
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Lace Holy Grail Noiseless Pickup 3-Pack Black $216.99 The Lace Holy Grail is a remarkable hum-canceling vintage-toned guitar pickup. Conventional stacked pickups sacrifice the high and low end, but the Holy Grail's patented breakthrough sidewinder design retains the depth and the sparkle that is the hallmark of vintage tone. Pure Alnico 5 magnets combined with Lace technology delivers that classic tone you have been searching for. The rich tone of Holy Grail Noiseless Pickups sounds good both clean and distorted.3-pack with (2) HG 1000 neck and mid and (1) HG 1500 bridge.Lace includes a three-inch mini data CD that includes all its latest wiring diagrams in color along with Lace's most current pickup and guitar catalogs. Also includes a warranty card and other useful information regarding Lace Music Products. |
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Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set Regular 886830341069 $50.38 The Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set is for those who have always hoped they could find a humbucker with the bite, snap and snarl of a '60s Tele pickup. Now Fender has made that dream a reality. Designed with Special Alnico V magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire, these innovative stacked Tele pickups are even quieter than standard humbuckers! The neck pickup has a nickel silver cover for added clarity while the bridge pickup produces the traditional Tele twang. Each pickup proudly displays the Noiseless logo for more of that classic Fender vibe.'60s Tele twang, snap, and snarl combined with humbucker quietnessSpecial Alnico V magnets in a stacked configurationEnamel-coated magnet wireNeck pickup has nickel silver cover for added clarityBridge pickup developed to produce traditional Tele tone |
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Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set Regular 886830366642 $95.96 The Fender Vintage Noiseless Tele Pickup Set is for those who have always hoped they could find a humbucker with the bite, snap and snarl of a '60s Tele pickup. Now Fender has made that dream a reality. Designed with Special Alnico V magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire, these innovative stacked Tele pickups are even quieter than standard humbuckers! The neck pickup has a nickel silver cover for added clarity while the bridge pickup produces the traditional Tele twang. Each pickup proudly displays the Noiseless logo for more of that classic Fender vibe.'60s Tele twang, snap, and snarl combined with humbucker quietnessSpecial Alnico V magnets in a stacked configurationEnamel-coated magnet wireNeck pickup has nickel silver cover for added clarityBridge pickup developed to produce traditional Tele tone |
