Fender Artist Ritchie Blackmore Stratocaster Guitar, Scalloped RW Neck, Olympic White

Ritchie Blackmore, the godfather of metal and a pioneer of neo - classical heavy rock, gifted the world the iconic 'Smoke on the Water' Stratocaster riff. His unique playing style made the guitar solo an art form. This Ritchie Blackmore - inspired Stratocaster is based on his beloved '70s model. It comes with special features like graduated fingerboard scalloping, top - notch pickups, and more. The guitar has a Stratocaster body made of Alder with a Gloss Polyester finish. The 'U' shaped neck has a graduated scalloped Rosewood fretboard with a 7.25' radius. It has 21 vintage - style frets with white pearloid dot inlays. The pickups include Seymour Duncan® Quarter Pound™ Strat® SSL - 4 for a great sound. The 6 - saddle vintage - style synchronized tremolo bridge and 3 - ply white pickguard add to its charm. It's strung with Fender® USA Bullets® nickel - plated steel strings and has Fender® Vintage 'F' stamped tuning machines with a chrome hardware finish. It also comes with a deluxe gig bag.

Using this guitar is a breeze. First, make sure the tuning machines are in good working order and tune your guitar to your desired pitch using the Fender® Vintage 'F' stamped tuning machines. The pickups allow you to switch between different tones, so experiment with the bridge, middle, and neck pickups to find the sound you like. When playing, the scalloped fretboard provides a unique feel that can enhance your playing experience. As for maintenance, keep the guitar in the provided deluxe gig bag when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent corrosion. If you're not using the guitar for a long time, loosen the strings a bit to relieve the tension on the neck. And remember, keep the guitar in a dry and cool place to avoid any damage to the body finish and the fretboard material.