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Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Stratocaster Blue Copy.
Build quality
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A DIY approach with glossy enamel spray paint and no clear coat provides an intentionally weathered look, mirroring the original Blue's aged appearance.
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Mods and upgrades
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Red duct tape is used for creating custom BJ lettering, offering a simple and authentic visual upgrade without resorting to vinyl printouts.
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Owners recommend the Seymour Duncan SH4 JB humbucker or Bill n'Becky Wilde 500XL Humbucker for replicating tones from pre-Dookie Green Day tracks.
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Around 1997, black bridge saddles were added to Blue, although the specific brand remains uncertain.
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Value and pricing
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Replicating a Blue-style guitar can be achieved for around $120 using practical household items and existing guitar components.
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Comparisons
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Squier Stratocasters are recommended as excellent, affordable bases for modding into Blue-style replicas, praised for their versatility and reliability.
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User experience
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Owners express high satisfaction with DIY builds for sentimental reasons, particularly when influenced by Green Day nostalgia.
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Features and functionality
4.5 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 8 Ratings
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Great guitar but...
Its a great guitar but more for the less experienced or lower budgeted because the sound quality isn't the best and changing the strings is really difficult. A good buy if you're just starting out or on a lower budget.
Fender Stratocaster Blue Copy
great guitar,great sound,great riff..and in the middle I just add..great owner BJA ahahhh lol;)!!!
Artist usage
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Copy of Billie Joe's famous "Blue" Stratocaster used during touring in 1997-1998.
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In this video from 2010 21st Century Breakdown South American Tour, Tre Cool is using "Blue" copy guitar from Billie Joe.
In the official video for "I Love You, Will You Marry Me," YungBlud can be seen playing a Fender Stratocaster Blue Copy, distinctively adorned with duct tape and stickers.
Gene Ween used a Fender Stratocaster Blue Copy during a performance of "Buckingham Green" on public access television in 1997, as seen in a video by djankle on YouTube.
At 1:31 we can see him playing this blue guitar.
In The Music Video To "Be Slowly" Conner Is Using This Fender Stratocaster
During a live performance, Alex Feder is seen using a Fender Stratocaster Blue Copy, as documented in a photo by @emilie.bardalou and shared by Instagram user stillagreatnight.
Album Usage
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Genre Usage
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Used With
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