Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster Rory Gallagher Super Heavy Relic 3-Color Sunburst Signature Artist 2025
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A faithful tribute to a legendary Stratocaster
In 1997, Fender Custom Shop met Donal Gallagher and studied Rory's heavily worn 1961 Stratocaster. Forty replicas were initially made for Europe, then global demand exploded. This Tribute meticulously recreates the Irish master's instrument, down to its mismatched details and patinated nitro finish to capture the charm and vibe of blues-rock stages.
For whom and which styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert guitarists, this Strat excels in blues, blues-rock, classic rock, and electric folk. Its Strat ergonomics, 25.5" scale length, and Medium Jumbo frets offer comfort, precision, and attack, both in the studio and on stage.
The sound
The trio of "60s" single-coil pickups delivers clear, singing highs, punchy mids, and tight lows. The bridge pickup bites and cuts through the mix, the middle adds snap, while the neck offers a woody, rounded tone for lyrical choruses. The 3-position selector provides a direct and vintage palette, supported by the nitro finish and alder body which promote body breathing and natural sustain. The vintage 6-saddle tremolo adds shimmer while preserving attack and harmonic balance.
Recommended compatible accessories
To respect the spirit and ergonomics of this Strat, choose a nickel 10-46 string set (originally compatible), a dedicated Strat/Tele gig bag for light travel alongside the included case, and a curved capo for 6-string electric guitar suited to the 9.5" radius. A standard strap fits the traditional strap buttons.
Technical specifications
| Category | ST | Scalloped | Double |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Tremolo |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | ||
| Material | Selected alder | Tuners | 5 Sperzel® oil-bath tuners + 1 mismatched Gotoh® |
| Finish | Nitrocellulose lacquer (relic aging) | Original strings | Fender® USA 250R nickel-plated steel .010-.046 (PN 0730250406) |
| Shape | Stratocaster® | Knobs | "Parchment" plastic |
| Shape/Profile | Early 60s "C" | Hardware finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Pickup configuration | SSS |
| Number of frets | 21 | Bridge pickup | Strat® custom "60s" single-coil |
| Fret type | Medium Jumbo (6150) | Middle pickup | Strat® custom "60s" single-coil |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Neck pickup | Strat® custom "60s" single-coil |
| Nut | Synthetic bone | Selector | 3-position |
| Nut width | 1.65" / 42 mm | Controls | 1 master volume, 2 tone controls (neck, middle) |
| Inlays | "Clay" dots with a mismatched white plastic dot at the 12th fret | Orientation | Right-handed |
| Pickguard | 3-ply mint green | Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| Bridge | American Vintage synchronized tremolo with 6 saddles | Included accessories | Brown Deluxe Hardshell case (gold interior), strap, certificate of authenticity |
Questions frequently asked
Which styles are suitable for this Rory Gallagher Stratocaster?
This model is suitable for blues, blues-rock, classic rock, and electric folk. The three custom '60s single-coil pickups provide singing highs, snappy mids, and tight lows.
Does the 3-way selector switch allow for intermediate positions?
The installed switch is a 3-way model, paired with three single-coil pickups in an SSS configuration. The intermediate combinations are not specified in the provided features.
What neck and frets does the Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster Rory Gallagher Super Heavy Relic have?
The neck has an early '60s "C" profile, a 9.5" (241 mm) radius, and a 42 mm nut width. The rosewood fingerboard features 21 Medium Jumbo 6150 frets. The scale length is 25.5" (648 mm).
Which strings are fitted by default?
The instrument is equipped with Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel strings, gauge .010-.046, reference 0730250406.
What accessories are included with this guitar?
A brown Deluxe Hardshell case with a gold interior is provided. The package also includes a strap and a certificate of authenticity.
