Using your Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition 1969 Stratocaster is a breeze. First, take it out of the deluxe hardshell case. Adjust the tuning using the vintage - style 'F' tuning machines to get the perfect pitch. Plug in your guitar to an amplifier and start strumming. You can experiment with the different pickups to create various tones. The Custom Shop Hand - Wound Texas Special™ Strat® at the bridge gives a bright and twangy sound, while the Custom Shop Hand - Wound '69s Strat® at the neck offers a warmer tone. For the middle pickup, the Custom Shop Hand - Wound RWRP Fat '50s Strat® provides a balanced sound. When you're done playing, put the guitar back in the case. Make sure to keep it in a dry and cool place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity, as this can damage the wood and the finish. Clean the guitar regularly with a soft cloth to keep it looking its best. And don't forget to keep the included certificate of authenticity in a safe place as it proves the guitar's authenticity.