Step back in time with the Fender Custom Shop Custom '54 Stratocaster Pickups, a tribute to the classic tones that defined an era. These pickups are a masterful blend of vintage style and modern craftsmanship, designed to deliver the clean, edgy Strat tone that cuts through any mix. At the heart of these pickups are the staggered, hand-beveled Alnico 5 magnets, which are meticulously wound with Formvar magnet wire. This combination ensures that you achieve those classic bell-like tones with enhanced clarity and harmonic richness.

Perfect for the guitarist seeking a punchy, well-balanced output, the bridge pickup is expertly calibrated to provide increased power without compromising tonal integrity. Whether you're strumming surf rock or bending blues licks, these pickups promise to bring out the best in your Stratocaster. Originally featured on the Custom Shop Dick Dale and American Classic models, they are now available for your own guitar.

Key Features:

• Set of 3 original Fender single-coil pickups
• Staggered, hand-beveled Alnico 5 pole pieces
• Formvar magnet wire for classic bell tones
• Calibrated bridge pickup for increased, balanced output
• DC resistance: Bridge 6.5K, Neck/Middle 5.9K
• Inductance: Bridge 2.75H, Neck/Middle 2.4H

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of tone can I expect from the Fender Custom Shop Custom '54 Stratocaster Pickups?

These pickups deliver a vintage-style tone characterized by clear, bell-like highs, balanced mids, and a punchy low end, perfect for classic rock, blues, and surf music.

Are the Fender Custom '54 Stratocaster Pickups suitable for all Stratocaster positions?

Yes, this set includes pickups for the bridge, middle, and neck positions, allowing for a complete vintage Stratocaster sound setup.

Do the Fender Custom '54 Stratocaster Pickups have a hum-canceling feature?

No, these pickups are not stacked or hum-free, as they are designed to replicate the original single-coil sound of the 1954 Stratocaster.

Can I install the Fender Custom Shop '54 Stratocaster Pickups on a Telecaster?

No, these pickups are specifically designed for Stratocasters and are not compatible with Telecaster models.

What type of wiring do the Fender Custom '54 Stratocaster Pickups use?

These pickups feature 2-conductor wiring, which is typical for vintage-style single-coil pickups, maintaining the classic Stratocaster sound.