Fender Custom Shop's hand-wound '57 Stratocaster pickups are the heart of classic 1950s Stratocaster tone. They deliver percussive lows, round mids, and smooth high-end chimes, creating the perfect medium-output punch of the late '50s. These pickups feature black fibre bobbins, vintage staggered alnico 5 magnets for focused sound and enhanced dynamics, wax potting just like the originals, and 42-gauge Formvar wire. The middle pickup has reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design to cancel hum in positions 2 and 4. All are hand-wound in the Fender Custom Shop, offering a charming'scatter-wound' sound reminiscent of the old days. Key features include being hand-wound in the Fender Custom Shop, initialled and dated by the winder, specific DC resistance values (Neck 6.02k, Middle 6.02k, Bridge 6.39k), Formvar wire, Alnico 5 magnets, vintage magnet stagger for balanced output, and coming with a certificate of authenticity. Specifications are Style: Custom Shop, Configuration: SSS, Magnet Type: Alnico 5, Magnet Wire: Formvar-coated, DC Resistance: 6.02k (Neck), 6.02k (Middle), 6.39k (Bridge), Bobbin Material: Fibre, Lead Wire: Cloth-covered, Pole Pieces: Staggered unbeveled, Output: Vintage.
Using these Fender Custom Shop hand - wound '57 Stratocaster pickups is straightforward. Just install them in your Stratocaster guitar according to the standard pickup installation process. When using, you'll notice the amazing tone they produce right away. For the best sound, adjust the height of the pickups according to your playing style. As for maintenance, keep them clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt. Avoid exposing them to extreme temperatures or high humidity, as this might affect their performance. And remember, these pickups come with a certificate of authenticity, so keep it safe in case you need it later.
