Specifications
Body: Roasted Pine in Chocolate finish
Neck: Roasted Maple with 10/56 "V" profile
Fingerboard: Roasted Maple with 9.5" radius
Pickups: Custom Shop Tomatillo & Poblano Single-Coils
Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo
Tuners: Fender Vintage-style tuning machines
Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Limited Edition: 2024 Custom Shop Series
 
Personal Thoughts
This Fender USA Custom Shop '56 Stratocaster is the perfect blend of classic design and modern enhancements. The roasted pine body gives it a wonderfully warm tone, while the Tomatillo and Poblano pickups bring out a rich variety of tones—from smooth mids to crisp highs. It’s got the versatility you’d expect from a high-end Strat, and those pickups give it an extra edge in tone that really sets it apart.
 
Ben, who’s more of a Strat player than I am, couldn’t stop talking about how responsive the neck feels and how the roasted maple adds a smooth, natural feel. He also loved the way the pickups handled everything from light blues to more driven rock tones. I focus more on the value and build quality, and I can confidently say this guitar has both—top-of-the-line craftsmanship, upgraded features, and a unique aesthetic with that chocolate finish. Whether you're playing it or adding it to a collection, it’s a fantastic piece.
 
Condition Report
This Fender USA Custom Shop '56 LTD Stratocaster is in mint condition, having been ordered new from an overseas supplier. It has never been played, making it essentially brand new. The finish looks glassy and the lush closet classic relic job looks spot on with this. The roasted pine and maple give it not only a unique look but a truly high-end feel. All electronics, including the pickups, have been fully tested and are working perfectly. This is a pristine example of Fender's Custom Shop craftsmanship, ready for someone who appreciates both tone and quality.