Custom Shop Masterbuilt 1958 Stratocaster Heavy Relic
Body: Strat Alder Color: Poison Apple Weight: 7.6lbs Serial: AH0254
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Moore Guitars is proud to partner with Fender Instruments and be a part of the select dealers who carry guitars from The Fender Custom Shop. In Fender’s own words: “Custom Shop builders are completely dedicated to their art—part craftsman, part artist, part music fan and, more often than not, part mad scientist… the creations that come from it are no ordinary instruments.”
Whether you're designing your dream guitar from the ground up or recreating the iconic instrument that first made you want to play, the Custom Shop is where that vision becomes reality. The Fender Custom Shop is home to some of the finest builders and visionaries in the industry. Their passion and craftsmanship turn instruments into something greater—guitars that are more than just collectibles. These are legacy pieces, made to be passed down, cherished, and most importantly… played.
We at Moore Guitars are all players - we have the same passion about instruments as you - so much so, we decided to make this our vocation! Let us help you pick out the guitar you need, or help you design the guitar you have always wished for. The reality is this - there are people that can make those dreams come true - or maybe they already have, and it's right here!
Custom Shop Masterbuilt 1958 Stratocaster Heavy Relic - Master Builder: Andy Hicks
Andy Hicks grew up in a household filled with music lovers. He received his first guitar on his 11th birthday – a gorgeous 3-tone burst Fender Stratocaster. Andy spent his teenage years playing along with his favorite Nirvana, Black Sabbath and Metallica records. He played in local rock bands and by his early 20s he became increasingly interested in experimenting with guitars by modifying pickups and wiring.
In 2009, Andy decided to take this passion for guitar building seriously by enrolling in the Guitar Craft Academy in Hollywood, a 6-month program focused on electric guitars. Within a week of graduating, he started working at Fender in the Jackson Custom Shop dressing frets. From 2013 to 2018, he worked as an assistant to Gretsch Custom Shop Senior Master Builder, Steve Stern. Andy worked with various artists during this period and is very proud of his involvement with the Malcolm Young “Salute” Jet. In 2018, Andy seized the opportunity to become the lead builder and production manager for a high-end boutique guitar company and was subsequently recruited by James Tyler to oversee production for his shop in the San Fernando Valley.
On his return to Fender, Hicks said, “coming back to Fender, becoming part of the most prestigious custom shop in the industry, and being around so many talented builders is incredibly exciting and humbling. It also feels like I have returned home.”
When it comes to guitars, Andy incorporates his two passions: playing and building guitars. He firmly believes that these two passions are deeply connected, uniting Andy’s core approach to creating guitars. “I love interacting with guitarists,” Hicks said. “Bridging the gap between builder and player, listening to their desires and implementing them into my builds is incredibly rewarding,” and to create such guitars in the Fender Custom Shop, “nothing could be better,” he added.
Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:
- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM - see why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.
- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!
- Flexible financing options. We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!
- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial. Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!
- Free UPS Ground Shipping: Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!
- Custom setup: Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.
- In business since 1976: Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.
- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!
- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.
You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum!
Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal on the phone description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!!
Top Wood: Alder |
Body Style: 56 Stratocaster |
Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound Fat 50’s Bridge Relic |
Middle Pickup: Hand-Wound Fat 50’s Middle Relic |
Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound Fat 50’s Bridge Relic |
Neck Mounting: 4 Bolt |
Bridge: American Vintage Stratocaster BRG Relic |
Output: Vintage Stratocaster Relic |
Trem Arm: Vintage Stratocaster Relic |
Pickguard: 54-58 Strat .060 Parch Relic |
Selector Switch: 5-Way Lever Control Switch |
Pots: 250K 10% Taper Split |
Neck Like: 58 Stratocaster Relic |
Neck Wood: AAA Birdseye Maple |
Fingerboard: Maple |
Truss Rod: 50’s |
# of Frets: 21 |
Tuning Keys: Vintage w/Fender Logo Relic |
Head Style: Small |
Head Scoop: 58 |
Fret Wire: Narrow Tall/6105 |
Facedots: Micarta Black .250 |
Fretboard Radius: 9.5” |
Nut Width: 1.650” |
Butt Width: 2.200” |
Neck Shape: C Shape |
1st Fret: .835” |
12th Fret: .950” |
Nut: Bone |
Side Dots: Micarta Black 3/32” |
Decal: 54-60 Stratocaster w/OCB |