2010 Fender Masterbuilt John Cruz '59 NOS Stratocaster, Black
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Summary
Model: Masterbuilt John Cruz '59 NOS Stratocaster
Year: 2010
Finish: Black NOS
Modifications: None
Repairs: None
Weight: 3.48
Case: OHSC
Fingerboard: 9.5" radius, Dunlop 6105 fretwire
Body Wood: Alder
Neck Wood: 1-piece Quartersawn Maple
Tuners: Vintage style Nickel
Pickups: Hand-wound ’60 Strat Relic set (RWRP middle) Abigail Ybarra
Hardware: Chrome
Neck Profile: 1959-style oval “C” profile
Nut Width: 42.2
Neck Depth 1: 20.5
Neck Depth 12: 24.3
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.
2010 Fender Masterbuilt John Cruz '59 NOS Stratocaster, Black
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A fantastic example of John Cruz’s meticulous craftsmanship at its peak with Abigail Ybarra's pickup winding wizardry! This is a real testament to the Masterbuilt line in terms of quality of components, construction and craftsmanship. It has the kind of acoustic response and snap that immediately tells you this is a special guitar.
The quarter-sawn maple neck a comfortable oval “C” profile. The 9.5" radius and narrow/tall 6105 fretwire make for an effortless playing experience, combining vintage feel with modern precision. Every detail, from the rolled fingerboard edges to the 4-bolt neck joint, body contours and neck carve is executed with Cruz’s trademark precision and attention to detail.
Electronics are Abigail Ybarra hand-wound ’60 Strat Relic pickup set, the middle unit reverse-wound for hum-cancelling positions. Together they deliver that unmistakable Strat chime - glassy and sweet at the top, with the bridge bringing a touch of bite and the neck oozing warmth and clarity.
Presented in excellent overall condition, this Masterbuilt example represents the pinnacle of Fender Custom Shop. Complete with its original brown G&G case, this is a superb opportunity to own one a fantastic Stratocaster under the legendary hand of John Cruz.
Full spec:
Builder: John Cruz (Masterbuilt)
Model: ’59 Stratocaster Relic (built to early ’59 spec)
Finish: NOS Black Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body: 2-piece Alder
Neck: 1-piece Quartersawn Maple, 1959-style oval “C” profile
Fingerboard: 9.5" radius, 21 frets, 6105 fretwire
Nut Width: 1.650" | 12th fret width: 2.200"
Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer
Tuners: Vintage style nickel
Bridge: Vintage Strat synchronized tremolo assembly
Pickups: Hand-wound ’60 Strat Relic set (RWRP middle)
Electronics: 5-way selector, 250k pots, (white knobs and tip)
Pickguard: Custom 60 Strat nitro white/black/white NOS
Hardware: Chrome, vintage spec
Case: Brown tolex G&G case
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Summary
Model: Masterbuilt John Cruz '59 NOS Stratocaster
Year: 2010
Finish: Black NOS
Modifications: None
Repairs: None
Weight: 3.48
Case: OHSC
Fingerboard: 9.5" radius, Dunlop 6105 fretwire
Body Wood: Alder
Neck Wood: 1-piece Quartersawn Maple
Tuners: Vintage style Nickel
Pickups: Hand-wound ’60 Strat Relic set (RWRP middle) Abigail Ybarra
Hardware: Chrome
Neck Profile: 1959-style oval “C” profile
Nut Width: 42.2
Neck Depth 1: 20.5
Neck Depth 12: 24.3
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.