Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster Robert Cray NOS with GH Inca Silver Signature Artist 2025
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Fender Custom Shop
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The Robert Cray Legacy Within the Custom Shop
A major figure in modern blues, Robert Cray popularized the hardtail Strat for its projection and dynamics. This Custom Shop Signature follows the lineage of early '60s Strats, with luthiery and electronics care that respects tradition while ensuring the reliability of a professional instrument.For Whom and Which Styles
Ideal for blues, soul, R'n'B, and roots rock, this Strat is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking articulation, nuance, and stability. The "1961 C" profile neck and modern 12" / 305 mm radius offer comfort and precision for chord playing, picking, and singing choruses.The Sound
The trio of custom vintage single-coils delivers clear and silky highs, singing mids, and firm lows. The hardtail string-through bridge enhances attack and sustain, while the alder body provides balance and definition. The electronics with master volume and two tone controls allow fine-tuning of each position (quack of positions 2/4, clarity of the middle, bite of the bridge, warmth of the neck) for a versatile and expressive Strat.Recommended Compatible Accessories
Sets of nickel strings .010-.046 (Fender 250R type) to maintain original tension and balance, a standard strap with two strap buttons compatible with vintage-style tuners, and a Stratocaster-sized case/gig bag for daily transport when the hard case is not used.Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SSS | Scalloped | Double |
| Category | ST | Body | Alder |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Passive |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Grey |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | Hardware | Gold |
| Shape | Stratocaster | Installed strings | Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel (.010-.046), PN 0730250406 |
| Material | Selected alder | Configuration | SSS |
| Finish | Urethane | 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘂𝗽𝘀 | |
| Profile | 1961 C (C-shape) | ▸ Middle | Strat custom vintage-style single-coil |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm (modern type) | ▸ Neck | Strat custom vintage-style single-coil |
| Inlays | White dots | 𝟱-𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 | |
| Frets | 21, Vintage type (45085) | ▸ 1. Bridge | |
| Nut | Synthetic bone | ▸ 2. Bridge + middle | |
| Nut width | 1.650" / 42 mm | ▸ 3. Middle | |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | ▸ 4. Middle + neck | |
| Bridge | Strat Hardtail with 6 saddles, string-through (American Vintage) | ▸ 5. Neck | |
| Pickguard | 3-ply white | Controls | Master volume, Tone 1 (neck), Tone 2 (middle) |
| Control knobs | White plastic | Series | Artist (Custom Shop) |
| Hardware finish | Gold | Orientation | Right-handed |
| Tuners | Vintage-style | Included accessories | Brown Deluxe Hardshell case (gold interior), strap, certificate of authenticity |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Fender Custom Shop Robert Cray 2025 have a vibrato?
No, this Stratocaster features a hardtail American Vintage 6-saddle fixed bridge with string-through-body construction. This design emphasizes direct attack and sustain, without a vibrato system.
What sounds do the pickups on this Robert Cray Strat offer?
The SSS configuration combines three custom vintage single-coil pickups with a 5-position selector switch. Positions 2 and 4 blend two pickups, while the neck, middle, and bridge positions are accessible separately.
Is the neck suitable for bends and solos?
The maple neck with a 1961 C profile is paired with a rosewood fingerboard with a 12-inch (305 mm) radius. Its 21 Vintage 45085 frets and 648 mm scale length are well suited for chord playing, picking, and chorus effects.
What strings should be used on this hardtail Stratocaster?
A nickel-plated set in .010-.046 gauge, such as Fender 250R, maintains the intended tension and balance. The string-through-body setup requires standard ball-end electric guitar strings.
What accessories come with the guitar?
A brown Hardshell Deluxe case with gold interior, a strap, and a certificate of authenticity are included. The gold hardware and white 3-ply pickguard are part of the specified configuration.
