The Fender Custom Shop, under the craftsmanship of master builder Jason Smith, presents Michiya Haruhata's signature 'Michiya Haruhata III Stratocaster Trans Pink' on the Japan - made line. Michiya Haruhata, a top - notch Japanese technical player and the first Japanese to have a Fender signature model, has crafted a guitar with high - end specs at an affordable price. The guitar features an eye - catching ash body with a flame maple top, painted in a bright trans - pink color. The no - pickguard design adds a touch of sophistication. The 25.5 - inch scale Michiya Haruhata Soft V maple neck, with a satin finish scanned from Haruhata's actual guitar, has black dot position marks. Its reverse large head ensures tuning stability and comes with a lock nut. The HSH pickups are a highlight. The DiMarzio® Air Norton ™ DP193 humbucker in the neck position offers rich sustain, and in the bridge position, it provides a tight, bright sound. DiMarzio® Fred® DP153 and Custom Shop Texas Special ™ Single - Coil Strat® cover a wide range of tones from clear highs to tight lows, just like the original model. The Master Tone with Push - Push function replicates the unique on - off feature of the neck pickup. The double - locking tremolo system bridge maintains tuning stability, even during intense playing. This guitar, reflecting Haruhata's unique talent from his TUBE and solo work, is full of his ideas and supports diverse musical expressions. Specifications: Body Shape - Stratocaster®; Body Material - Ash; Body Finish - Gloss Polyester; Neck Profile - Michiya Haruhata Soft V; Fretboard Material - Maple; Fretboard Radius - 9.5' (241 mm); Scale Length - 25.5' (648 mm); No. of Frets - 22 Medium Jumbo; Fretboard Inlays - Black Dot; Pickup - DiMarzio® Fred® DP153 (Bridge), DiMarzio® Fred® DP153 (Middle), DiMarzio® Air Norton™ DP193 Humbucking (Neck); Bridge - Double Locking Tremolo System; Strings - Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges); Tuning Machines - Vintage - Style; Hardware Finish - Nickel/Chrome; Case - Gig Bag.
Using this guitar is a breeze. First, plug it into an amplifier using a standard instrument cable. Adjust the volume and tone knobs to get the sound you want. The Master Tone with Push - Push function can turn the neck pickup on and off, so play around with it to find different tones. When you're done playing, put it in the gig bag provided to protect it. For maintenance, keep the guitar in a dry and temperature - stable environment. Wipe the strings after each use with a clean cloth to remove sweat and dirt, which will help extend their lifespan. If you need to change the strings, make sure to use the same gauge (.009-.042 Gauges) to keep the tuning and playability consistent. When tuning the guitar, use the vintage - style tuning machines gently to avoid damaging them. And remember, the double - locking tremolo system bridge needs to be set up correctly to maintain tuning stability, so if you're not sure, it's best to consult a professional.
