{"product_id":"20-2800005766158","title":"[SN AE495] USED Fender Custom Shop \/ Master Built Series Custom Eric Clapton Stratocaster Black, Built by Art Esparza [20]","description":"Art Esparza was promoted to Master Builder in 1994.\u003cbr\u003e \nDescribed by John Page as an “all-rounder,” Art lives up to his name by crafting a wide variety of guitars.\u003cbr\u003e \nHe designs and crafts guitars for numerous top-tier artists, including U2, Eric Clapton, and John Mayer.\u003cbr\u003e \nHe also worked to mentor staff members who would later become Master Builders, including John Cruz, Dennis Galska, and Jason Smith.\u003cbr\u003e \nIn 2004, he fell ill and left Fender in January 2006.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe “Master Built Series Custom Eric Clapton Stratocaster Black,” crafted in 2002\u003cbr\u003e \nAn Eric Clapton signature model featuring the Race Sensor, which remains highly popular today.\u003cbr\u003e \nIt features an alder body, a one-piece maple neck with distinctive complex grain patterns, and a soft V-shape.\u003cbr\u003e \nIt is equipped with three Gold Race Sensors, volume and TBX controls, and a 25 dB mid-boost.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nAlthough there is some tarnish and minor rust on the metal parts, protective film remains on the pickguard and backplate.\u003cbr\u003e \nOverall, the guitar shows only minor scratches and small dents; considering its age, it is in good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nCondition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSerial Number: AE495\u003cbr\u003e \nYear of Manufacture: 2002\u003cbr\u003e \nCountry of Manufacture: United States\u003cbr\u003e \nCase: Original hard case\u003cbr\u003e \nAccessories: Arm, strap, shielded cable, bridge cover, cleaning cloth, spare tremolo spring, certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e \nWeight: 3.62 kg\u003cbr\u003e \nTruss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right with no problems\u003cbr\u003e \nRemaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing\u003cbr\u003e \nString Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nString Action (Treble Side): 12th Fret: 1.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNut width: 42.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 12th fret: 24.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nScale: 648 mm (25.5\")\u003cbr\u003e \nRADIUS: 241 mm (9.5\")\u003cbr\u003e \nStrings at Setup: D'Addario EXL110 \/ .010-.046 set\u003cbr\u003e \nRepairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* This item is a one-of-a-kind product, and we list it simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, but updates may not always be in real time.\u003cbr\u003e \nWe sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.","brand":"FENDER CUSTOM SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68150148661500,"sku":"20-2800005766158","price":775200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2247\/6028\/files\/e4213e243da9497baffb3e0db8a3f167_202611097677048.jpg?v=1794740909","url":"https:\/\/intl.ishibashi.co.jp\/zh\/products\/20-2800005766158","provider":"Ishibashi Music Corporation. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}