The Fender Custom Shop 1956 Strat is a vintage-inspired powerhouse with modern muscle. Finished in a Super Faded Aged Black relic nitro lacquer it captures the worn-in vibe of a well-loved classic while delivering the tonal versatility of an HSS configuration. With a Shawbucker in the bridge and Fat 50s single coils in the neck and middle you get rich full humbucker tones alongside sparkling Strat clarity. Its custom 57 Soft V maple neck and 9.5″ radius offer smooth playability matched with medium vintage frets for a familiar yet flexible feel. Finished with relicd hardware a parchment guard and period-correct detailing this Stratocaster balances Custom Shop craftsmanship with stage-ready grit and sonic firepower.