The Mike McCready Stratocaster® is a must - have for guitarists. It captures the unique sound and long - lasting spirit of one of rock's most influential bands. Developed in partnership with the Pearl Jam guitarist, this guitar offers the ultimate Strat® experience for those wanting to embrace the power and intensity of the grunge icon. The guitar features a hand - crafted alder body with a Road Worn® nitrocellulose lacquer finish, mirroring the battle - tested look of Mike's own Strat after three decades of intense tours and legendary shows. The 9.5' (241 mm) radius slab rosewood fingerboard on a slim 'C' maple neck is modeled after McCready's beloved 1960 Strat. Custom Mike McCready pickups replicate the vintage single - coils, delivering the same classic tone, passion, and energy of his signature sound. The vintage - style synchronized tremolo, bent - steel saddles, and cold - rolled steel block guarantee pure Fender performance. With its well - worn appearance and bold tones, this Stratocaster® embodies the soul of the iconic guitar that has powered Pearl Jam's chart - topping hits. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster®; Body Material: Alder; Body Finish: Road Worn® Nitrocellulose Lacquer; Neck Profile: Slim 'C'; Fretboard Material: Slab Rosewood; Fretboard Radius: 9.5' (241 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm); No. of Frets: 21 Jescar Medium Vintage (47095); Fretboard Inlays: Aged White Dot Inlays; Pickups: Custom Mike McCready '60s Single - Coil Strat® (Bridge, Middle, Neck); Bridge: 6 - Saddle Vintage - Style Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles; Pickguard: 3 - Ply Mint Green; Strings: Fender® USA 250R Nickel Plated Steel (.010 -.046 Gauges), PN 0730250406; Tuning Machines: Fender® Vintage - Style; Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome; Case: Deluxe Brown Hardshell.
Using your Mike McCready Stratocaster is a breeze. First, tune it up using the Fender® vintage - style tuning machines. The strings are Fender® USA 250R nickel - plated steel, so they'll give you a great sound right away. Plug it into your amplifier and start strumming. The custom pickups will give you that classic Mike McCready tone. When it comes to playing, the slim 'C' neck and 9.5' radius fingerboard make it comfortable to move your fingers around. The vintage - style tremolo allows you to add those cool vibrato effects. As for maintenance, keep it in the deluxe brown hardshell case when not in use to protect it from scratches and damage. Wipe the guitar down with a soft cloth after each use to keep the Road Worn® finish looking good. Check the strings regularly and replace them when they start to sound dull or show signs of wear. Also, make sure to keep the tuning machines clean and lubricated for smooth operation. And remember, don't expose the guitar to extreme temperatures or humidity as it can affect the wood and the electronics.
