The Hot Rod J-50 single coil bridge pickup has lots of presence and midrange character, and the Hot Rod P-40 split-coil pickup has bold punch and treble growl, accentuated by a set of roundwound 50-105 strings. Both pickups have oversized pole pieces and are wound hotter than Fender Japan's vintage series pickups, delivering a sound worthy of the instrument's slick '80s looks, that are governed by a three-way selector switch, dedicated Volume knobs for each pickup, and a TBX Tone control. From 0-5, the TBX is a standard tone control, but from 5-10 the resistance decreases, allowing more bass, treble, presence and output to flow to the amp. This PJ-555 weighs 8lbs 14oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with easy-playing action and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

-Wood: Maple
-Shape: Medium C, measuring .835” 1st fret, .975” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood slab, 7 1/4” radius
-Frets: Medium jumbo, no wear
-Scale Length: 34”
-Nut: 1 9/16”
-Tuners: Clover button
-Serialization: “Made in Japan,” C-prefix (peghead face)
-Factory Markings: Model stamps on neck heel/pocket

Body Specs:

-Wood: Basswood
-Pickups: Hot Rod J-50 single coil, Hot Rod P-40 split-coil
-Harness: Full-size Japanese pots date to February, 1985
-Controls: Volume x2, TBX Tone, Three-way pickup selector
-Hardware: Bridge with steel barrel saddles
-Plastics: Strat-style black knobs (replacement)

The gloss Torino Red finish exhibits pick wear on top, with buckle rash on the back, a couple small finish chips at the edges of the neck pocket, and a few additional small dings and finish scratches on the body.

A modern Fender padded gigbag is included.