Fender Classic '60s Stratocaster Neck - Pau Ferro Fingerboard

Genuine Fender Classic '60s Maple Stratocaster Guitar Neck with Pau Ferro Fingerboard, 7.25" Radius, and "C" Profile

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Fender Classic '60s Stratocaster Neck - Pau Ferro Fingerboard

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Q: What guitars is the Classic '60s Stratocaster Neck compatible with?

This Fender Classic '60s Stratocaster Neck is designed to fit most genuine Fender Stratocaster guitar bodies. It features a 25.5-inch scale length and a standard 4-bolt neck mounting pattern. For optimal fit, it's always recommended to check your guitar's neck pocket dimensions against the neck's specifications, especially the nut width and heel shape, to ensure a seamless upgrade or replacement.

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Q: How does the "C" shape and 7.25" radius affect playability?

The "C" shape neck profile is a comfortable, classic design that feels great for most playing styles, offering a good balance for both rhythm and lead. The 7.25-inch fingerboard radius is a vintage-accurate curve, ideal for chord work and comfortable for players who prefer a more traditional feel. It provides a familiar playing experience reminiscent of Stratocasters from the 1960s.

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Q: How do the maple and pau ferro woods contribute to the neck's sound?

The maple neck provides a bright, clear tone with excellent sustain and snap, which is characteristic of classic Stratocasters. The pau ferro fingerboard adds a touch of warmth and richness, similar to rosewood, while still maintaining a clear articulation. This combination delivers a balanced tonal palette, enhancing your guitar's overall resonance and playability.

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Q: What are the benefits of the Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish?

The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish on this neck offers a beautiful, vintage-accurate look and feel. Nitrocellulose is known for allowing the wood to "breathe" and resonate more freely compared to thicker modern finishes, potentially contributing to better tone. Over time, it will age gracefully, developing a unique patina that many players appreciate for its classic aesthetic.

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Genuine Fender Replacement Neck for Your Strat

For the repair, replacement, or restoration of your prized instrument, Sweetwater guitar techs recommend Fender OEM parts. This genuine Fender Stratocaster neck combines an elegant aesthetic with a flawless fret-hand feel. The 1960s "C" profile maple neck fills the hand like a true classic, and the pau ferro fingerboard with '60s-era 7.25" radius is one that cowboy chorders and vintage enthusiasts will love. Complete with a pilot-slotted synthetic bone nut, this Fender Stratocaster neck won't disappoint.

Note: Every neck and guitar is different, and a final setup, including filing the nut slots and a final fret leveling, may be required after installation on your guitar. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer with any questions you have about upgrading or replacing the neck on your Fender guitar or bass.

Fender Classic '60s Stratocaster Guitar Neck Features:

Snag-free and visually elegant
25.5" scale length
1960s "C" maple neck profile
7.25" radius pau ferro fingerboard plays like a true classic
21 vintage-style frets
White dot inlays
Gloss nitro lacquer finish
Pilot-slotted synthetic bone nut
Vintage-style truss rod adjustment
Pre-drilled for Fender tuning machines
Crafted at Fender's Ensenada, Mexico plant

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Tech Specs

Type: Classic '60s Guitar Neck
Instrument: Stratocaster
Neck Material: Maple
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Shape: C Shape
Radius: 7.25"
Fingerboard Material: Pau Ferro
Number of Frets: 21, Vintage Style
Scale Length: 25.5"
Nut Width: 1.650"
Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
Peg Diameter: 0.358" (peg hole)
Manufacturer Part Number: 0992213921

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Neck bolted right in. Fret work was excellent. Finish is amazing and the feel is just what I was hoping for, just a fat strat neck! The nut you will have to get cut and you'll have to drill for the string tree but that was expected. A set of vintage style Strat tuners went in perfectly.

It’s impossible to imagine a world without Fender guitars, and if you’re like many of the guitarists at Sweetwater, then Fender not only made the first guitar you ever bought " they made the last one too! From building the first mass-produced solidbody electric guitars and basses in the 1950s to creating some of the most influential amplifier designs in history, it’s no wonder why Fender is one of the biggest names in the business. As one of the world’s largest Fender dealers, we have countless guitars, basses, amps, effects pedals, and accessories in stock and ready to ship, whenever you need them. We’re always getting our hands on their latest creations, and there’s nothing we love more than to tell our customers all about them! So, whether you’re looking for your first axe or a Custom Shop creation, make sure to give your Sweetwater Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.

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