Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster

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$4,925.00

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$2,788.27 11 available New

$1,972.07 32 available Used

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$4,890.00 $4,799.00 $91.00 · All time low

Average Price: $3,882

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$1001+

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In the Solid Body Electric Guitars category, Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Discover the soulful resonance and exquisite craftsmanship of the Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster. This masterpiece, a homage to the legendary guitarist's preferred specs, brings together the best of tradition and innovation. Crafted with precision and passion, it captures the essence of Clapton's iconic sound, making it a treasure for both collectors and players.

The alder body, paired with a maple neck and fretboard, provides a balanced tone that sings with clarity and warmth. The vintage noiseless single coils deliver that sought-after Strat sparkle without the hum, ensuring your playing is articulate and pure across genres. Whether you're bending bluesy notes or strumming sweet melodies, the smooth mid-boost control and versatile switching system offer a wide tonal palette to explore.

The blocked tremolo system adds stability, keeping your tuning intact while you express yourself with vibrato. Every detail, including the 1-ply white pickguard, contributes to this guitar's classic aesthetics and exceptional playability. Coming in a sleek black finish and housed in a vintage tweed case, the Eric Clapton Stratocaster is not just an instrument, but a piece of history designed to inspire.

Key Features:

Body: Alder
Neck and Fretboard: Maple
Frets: 22 Vintage
Tremolo: Blocked
Pickguard: 1-Ply White
Pickups: 3 Vintage Noiseless Single Coils
Controls: Master Volume, Tone, and Mid-Boost
Switch: 5-Way
Color: Black
Case: Included Vintage Tweed Case

Product specs

Brand	Fender
Model	Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster
Finish	Black, Candy Green, Mercedes Blue, Midnight Blue, Olympic White, Pewter, Torino Red
Year	2004 - 2025
Made In	United States
Categories	Solid Body Electric Guitars
Artist	Eric Clapton
Body Material	Alder
Body Shape	S-Style
Body Type	Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type	Tremolo Bridge
Color Family	Black, Blue, Green, Red, Silver, White
Finish Style	Gloss
Fretboard Material	Maple
Model Family	Fender Stratocaster
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Number of Frets	22
Number of Strings	6-String
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Right / Left Handed	Right Handed
Scale Length	25.5"
Series	Fender Artist Series, Fender Custom Shop

FAQs

What is the neck profile of the Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster?: The Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster features a special soft V-shaped maple neck, providing a comfortable grip that suits both chordal and lead playing styles.
What pickups are used in the Eric Clapton Stratocaster, and how do they affect the sound?: This Stratocaster is equipped with three Vintage Noiseless™ pickups, delivering a classic Strat sound with reduced hum, perfect for achieving Clapton's signature blues and rock tones.
Is the tremolo on the Eric Clapton Stratocaster blocked?: Yes, the Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster comes with a blocked tremolo, which enhances tuning stability and sustain, a feature preferred by Clapton himself.
What body material is used in the Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster?: The body of the Eric Clapton Stratocaster is made from alder, known for its balanced tone and resonance, contributing to the guitar's versatile sound.
How many frets does the Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster have?: The Eric Clapton Stratocaster features 22 frets, allowing for a wide range of notes and expression across the fretboard.

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster.

Features and functionality

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The 25db mid boost and TBX circuit are praised for their tonal versatility, particularly enhancing power and smoothness for session work.
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The mid boost is always active, starting at 12db and can be increased up to 25db via the tone control, providing versatility from Strat-like tones to humbucker range.
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Mods and upgrades

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Some owners prefer the Lace Sensor pickups over the Noiseless ones, citing a better tone reminiscent of Clapton's classic sound.
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Adding the Clapton mid-boost circuit to other Strats requires routing for the circuit board and 9-volt battery, similar to the Clapton Strat's internal routing.
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Setup and maintenance

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The maple neck with a satin finish and small frets offers exceptional playability, despite initial reservations about fret size.
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Use cases and applications

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The guitar excels when paired with a tube amp, like a Fender Bassman, to fully utilize the 25db boost.
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User experience

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The V-neck profile is specifically noted for its comfort, making it a favorite among Clapton Strat enthusiasts.
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Some users experience occasional noise from the tone pot, which can typically be resolved by jiggling it or using the selector switch.
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Build quality

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Owners appreciate the consistent fit and finish, suggesting extra care in manufacturing to meet Clapton's standards.
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Comparisons

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The Clapton Strat's V-neck is described as more pronounced than other Fender soft V profiles, offering a unique playability reminiscent of Clapton's old Martin guitar.
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The Clapton Strat neck is likened to the 2009 50’s Road Worn model but is noted to have a more pronounced V shape and comes with vintage-sized frets.
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about 11 years ago

Blackie

Simply the best Stratocaster you can own. In addition to Clapton, Pete Townsend, Keith Urban, and a bunch of other people play 'em. Turn up the boost, and you are in humbucker territory.

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Eric Clapton

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Eric Clapton uses mostly the Custom Shop versions of his Stratocasters.

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