Product Description
2002-04, Crafted In Japan, “Q” serial
This is the extremely sought after ST54-95LS model of the late 90’s early 00’s
From the exclusive “Craft Premium” catalogue line up
Normally, it is an unofficial Eric Clapton “Blackie” styled model Stratocaster
The unique and higher end features that make this such a desirable model are:
-9.5” fretboard radius
-Soft “V” neck profile
-22 fret neck
-Satin neck finish
-Active mid boost (second tone control)
-Lace Sensor Gold (USA) single coil pickups
-Alder body
What makes this guitar even more incredible is the finish
It is an incredibly hard to find factory “UGB“ – Gun Metal Blue finish
Normally every 95-LS model is black, as a nod to Eric Clapton’s “Blackie” guitar
Scarcely, there are also Vintage White and Torino Red models
But these Gun Metal Blue finishes come by once in a (Gun Metal) Blue Moon
It is an amazing find !
The Lace Sensor Gold pickups are outstanding
They have incredible flexibility in tone between the selections
With the neck/middle position being particularly the sweet spot
The bridge solo is extremely glassy, and just oozes that classic Strat tone
Once the active boost is engaged this Strat screams, and unlocks even more variation
Vintage sized, 22 frets
Maple one piece neck
Standard 25 ½” scale
50’s era features…
-Fender stamped bridge saddles
-High mass tremolo black
-Spaghetti headstock logo
-Skunk stripe neck
-One ply guards
-Single round string retainer
On top of everything else, this guitar is an excellent and rarely used condition
It is all original, no repairs or modifications, very little wear of the neck or frets
These models rarely show up, and never last long
It will satisfy any collector, or player looking for an amazing Strat
Includes a Hard Case
ITEM CONDITION
All machinery, electrical, and pickups are without issue. Some very light surface marks, some very small impressions/dings/dimples, very light aging to hardware, the low e string has left an impression in fretboard (does not affect playability in any way, just cosmetic) - as pictured.