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Fender Custom Shop Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster

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Upon receiving a cardboard (fiberboard) body and neck, Paul Waller went about hand-shaping the pieces before adding all the typical accoutrements of a guitar, like the pickups, bridge, pickguard, tuners and strings. The guitar made its way around the Fender Custom Shop, where several employees tested it and came away impressed.

Finally, it was off to Linkin Park vocalist Chester Bennington and guitarist Brad Delson for the big reveal.

“This is the sickest piece of anything that has ever been made!” exclaimed Bennington, who officially presented it to Delson.

“This guitar looks cool, and I can’t believe that it’s made out of cardboard,” said a smiling Delson as he played it for the first time.

Certainly, this is a guitar that must be seen – and heard – to be believed. Check out the entire building process in the video below.

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This Fender-Made Cardboard Stratocaster Sounds Like the Real Thing | Guitar World

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The Fender Custom Shop's Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster is a bold experiment that surprisingly delivers on sound. Constructed entirely from cardboard, it challenges traditional notions of guitar design while retaining the classic Stratocaster tone. Musicians will find it impressively playable, showcasing a unique aesthetic that sparks conversation. However, its fragile construction raises concerns about durability, especially for gigging musicians. While it may not replace a standard Strat in every player's arsenal, its novelty and charm make it a worthwhile curiosity for those looking to stand out.

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Fender Custom Shop think outside the box with cardboard Stratocaster guitar | MusicRadar

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The Fender Custom Shop Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster is a quirky design that piques curiosity, being made from cardboard instead of traditional materials. While it showcases innovation and creativity, it's ultimately more of a novelty than a practical instrument. The sound quality and playability are understandably compromised, making it less appealing for serious musicians. Despite its playful aesthetic, this guitar may leave players wanting a more conventional Stratocaster experience. Overall, while it’s a conversation starter, it lacks the substance needed for serious use.

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Billy Gibbons

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ZZ Top

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In this Youtube video Billy Gibbons participates in the Cardboard Sessions playing the Fender Custom Shop Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster.

Brad Delson

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Linkin Park

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In this video, Brad Delson tested a guitar built by Custom Shop from building cardboard and praised it. Used this model during recording guitar overdubs for the album "One More Light"

Jordan Cook

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Reignwolf

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In this Youtube video Jordan Cooke can be seen playing a Fender Custom Shop Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster at 0:50

Marcus King

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The Marcus King Band

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In this Youtube video Markus King participates in the Cardboard Sessions playing the Fender Custom Shop Cardboard Chaos Stratocaster.

Bret Domrose

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Dogstar

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In the heart of Hollywood, Sunset Sound Studio offers a historic glimpse into the magic of music creation. Inside, you find vintage photographs of iconic rockstars and immediately realize you are standing in the exact same spot! It’s a special feeling. Surrounded by vintage gear and soundproof walls it's this studio right here that music is woven into the very fabric of Hollywood's musical legacy.

Here in Studio 1 famous for the Doors, Rolling Stones and Neil Young, we reveal a little more about our session with Dogstar. Keanu Reeves, Bret Domrose and Rob Mailhouse are fresh from a tour in Japan. The guys come in, get to know the instruments and kick out the song Breach and a few other jams with producer/engineer Ruddy Cullers. This is Behind The Scenes look at Cardboard Sessions 17 with Dogstar.