{"product_id":"fender-stratocaster-1961-dakota-red-relic","title":"Fender Stratocaster 1961 Glas Custom Dakota Red Relic 7.4lbs w\/ G\u0026G Case","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"346\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSome guitars look old. This one feels like it already has stories.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eFinished in faded Dakota Red with a dark rosewood fingerboard, cream guard and parchment plastics, this Glas Customs build is our artistic riff on a rare custom-color 1961 Stratocaster. It is not intended as a forensic museum replica. It takes the proportions, textures and attitude of the pre-CBS originals and reshapes them into a boutique instrument made to be played hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eThe guitar uses genuine Fender parts or better, together with carefully selected boutique hardware and electronics. It was completed entirely by hand in Los Angeles over approximately four to six months, from the finish aging and checking through to the wiring, fretwork, final setup and play-testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eAt an exceptionally light 7.4 lbs, this Strat feels alive before it is even plugged in. It sits beautifully on the strap, responds immediately beneath the hands and has the open acoustic ring associated with the best lightweight vintage-style builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eThe Dakota Red nitro finish has been extensively UV bombed to promote natural checking, fading and subtle ambering. Rather than following a repeated relic pattern, the finish has developed its own wear and personality. It looks expressive, imperfect and individual, exactly as a piece of functional art should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eThe genuine Fender neck features an aged rosewood fingerboard and a period-correct early-’60s decal. Its profile sits between a gentle U and a fuller C, giving it more substance than a thin modern neck without ever feeling oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eThe fingerboard edges have been hand rolled, the nut hand finished, and the 21 vintage-style frets professionally dressed and polished. The result is a neck that feels worn-in and familiar from the first chord, with the low, loose playability we want from these builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003eFender\/Kluson pin-stripe tuners complete the headstock, keeping the period look intact while providing smooth and dependable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003eAt the heart of the guitar is an unusual low-output Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster pickup set. The closely matched winds create an exceptionally balanced response across all five positions, with open highs, woody attack and plenty of clean headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eThe electronics follow the Glas specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1825wks\" data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eFender Custom Shop low-output Stratocaster pickup set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hibfdu\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eCTS matched 450G potentiometers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ohemul\" data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eFull vintage cloth wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mju7os\" data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e5-way pickup selector switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10mcmax\" data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eTreble tone control modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6f43hf\" data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003ePaper-in-oil capacitor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14uurdm\" data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003eTonePros output jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1epu08m\" data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eGenuine vintage solder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003eThe 5-way selector opens up the familiar in-between Strat sounds, while the treble tone control modification brings the bridge pickup into the tone circuit. That small change provides far greater control over the sharpest position without disturbing the traditional three-knob layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003eChrome hardware has been tastefully aged throughout. The vintage-spaced 56mm synchronized tremolo is set fully floating with three springs, giving it a light, expressive response for chords, shimmer and smooth pitch movement. The tremolo arm is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eThe cream pickguard is paired with parchment pickup covers, knobs and switch tip, giving the Dakota Red finish a softer and more naturally aged contrast than bright white plastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003eSet up with 9–42 strings, low action and accurate intonation, this guitar feels fast, loose and highly responsive. The floating tremolo moves smoothly, the neck feels naturally broken-in, and the whole thing plays like hot butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"4219\"\u003eNow, relics aren’t for everyone. But these builds aren’t museum clones. They’re pieces of functional art made to riff on the golden era with purpose: vintage tone, old-school looks and high-performance reliability. Every part is assembled by hand, and every detail is reviewed and tested before it leaves our shop. From the UV-bombed finish and checking to the wiring, nut work and final play feel, this is a boutique-grade Strat made for serious stage and studio work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4221\" data-end=\"4230\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4395\"\u003eThis guitar is listed in Excellent condition. The checking, finish wear, hardware aging and cosmetic marks are intentional and form part of the Glas relic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4397\" data-end=\"4416\"\u003eNeck Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4773\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tcyg6m\" data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4439\"\u003eGenuine Fender Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qk9akh\" data-start=\"4440\" data-end=\"4463\"\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4s6706\" data-start=\"4464\" data-end=\"4493\"\u003eProfile: Gentle U to Full C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7c8dfh\" data-start=\"4494\" data-end=\"4521\"\u003eFingerboard Radius: 7.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5guknv\" data-start=\"4522\" data-end=\"4547\"\u003eFrets: 21 Vintage-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"enlgt3\" data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4573\"\u003eNut Width: Approx. 42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bb64\" data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4609\"\u003eBridge Spacing: 56mm Vintage Spec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pvx1xd\" data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4641\"\u003eHand-Rolled Fingerboard Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pagbuj\" data-start=\"4642\" data-end=\"4661\"\u003eHand-Finished Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rc33bt\" data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4705\"\u003eProfessionally Dressed and Polished Frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u6l0wx\" data-start=\"4706\" data-end=\"4739\"\u003eFender\/Kluson Pin-Stripe Tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tmppsj\" data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4773\"\u003ePeriod-Correct Early-’60s Decal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4921\"\u003eThe guitar ships in the pictured black G\u0026amp;G hard case with orange lining, complete with the tremolo arm and ready to play straight out of the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4923\" data-end=\"5053\"\u003eIf you would like to see more pictures, please check us out online, as we are limited to how many we can display on this platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5055\" data-end=\"5164\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWe ship fully insured within 24 hours of cleared payment. Buy with confidence, and please check our feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glas Guitars ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43187206357201,"sku":null,"price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/1489\/3265\/files\/IMG_7721.jpg?v=1784271519","url":"https:\/\/glasguitarsla.com\/products\/fender-stratocaster-1961-dakota-red-relic","provider":"Glas Guitars ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}