Jimi Hendrix, the ultimate pioneer of modern music, was a left - handed guitarist who played a right - handed guitar. His 'upside - down' and reverse - strung instrument produced a fiery tone that revolutionized the language of contemporary guitarists. The sounds from his Strat® influenced his innovative technique and songwriting, creating a legendary legacy. The Voodoo Child Strat, recreated by Fender Custom Shop artisans for right - handed players, lets you directly experience the tone and essential setup of his guitars.
The Voodoo Child Strat uses a multi - faceted approach to recreate Hendrix's unique setup. The reversed headstock tightens the playing feel on the low - E string and makes bending and vibrato easier on the high - E string. Three left - handed hand - wound Custom Shop ’69 Strat single - coil pickups with reversed pole pieces deliver inspiring tones with enhanced upper harmonics and clarity. The reversed bridge pickup gives you the authentic Hendrix sound and feel.
This guitar features a two - piece select alder body with a Journeyman Relic nitrocellulose lacquer finish. It has a tinted maple neck with a ’65 Strat “Oval C” profile, a 9.5” - radius fingerboard, 21 6105 frets, 5 - way switching, vintage wiring, a 3 - ply Eggshell pickguard, an American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo, vintage - style tuning machines with the Fender logo, a bone nut, and a wing string tree. It comes with a deluxe hardshell case, a strap, and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Stratocaster®
- Body Material: 2 - Piece Select Alder
- Body Colour: Black
- Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Fretboard Material: Maple
- Fretboard Radius: 9.5' (241 mm)
- Scale Length: 25.5' (648 mm)
- No. of Frets: 21
- Fretboard Inlays: Black Dots
- Pickups: Custom Shop Hand - Wound '69 Strat® Single - Coil
- Bridge: 6 - Saddle American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo
- Pickguard: 3 - Ply Eggshell
- Strings: Fender® USA 250R Nickel Plated Steel (.010 -.046 Gauges)
- Tuning Machines: Vintage - Style with Fender Logo
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome Closet Classic
- Accessories: Deluxe Hardshell Case, Strap, Certificate of Authenticity
Using this guitar is a breeze. First, make sure it's in tune using the vintage - style tuning machines with the Fender logo. You can then start strumming or playing solos, using the 5 - way switching to get different tones from the Custom Shop hand - wound pickups. The American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo allows you to add some cool vibrato effects.
When it comes to maintenance, keep it in the deluxe hardshell case when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent rust. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives it a great look, but be careful not to scratch it. You can use a gentle guitar cleaner to clean the body, and make sure to lubricate the tuning machines and bridge occasionally.
As for the fretboard, use a proper fretboard cleaner to keep it in good condition. If you're traveling, secure the guitar well in the case and avoid extreme temperatures and humidity. And always remember to check the authenticity certificate that comes with it to ensure you have a genuine Fender Custom Shop instrument.
