{"product_id":"1988-fender-eric-clapton-signature-stratocaster-torino-red-first-year-w-lace-sensors-tweed-case","title":"1988 Fender Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster Torino Red, First Year w\/ Lace Sensors, Tweed Case","description":"Up for sale, a 1988 Fender Eric Clapton signature Stratocaster in exceptional condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. A first-year version of one of Fender's most popular and enduring Artist Series models, this Clapton signature Strat features a trio of Lace Sensor Gold single coil pickups, an MDX Mid-Boost control, TBX Tone knob, satin-finished soft V-shaped neck with a bi-flex truss rod and 22 fret maple fingerboard, and a gloss Torino Red finish.\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\rThe alder body and maple neck result in a balanced, articulate acoustic response that provides an ideal platform for the versatile electronics. The Lace Sensor pickups feature a unique radiant Field Barrier system that surrounds both the coil and magnets, reducing 60-cycle hum. The patented Lace Micro Combs replace traditional bobbins, giving the player a wider tonal range and better string-to-string balance than traditional pickups. An active 25 dB Mid Boost control replaces the Strat's second Tone knob, enabling humbucker-esque warmth and richness inherent to Clapton’s iconic “woman tone,” with a center-detent TBX tone control offering further sonic range. This Clapton Strat weighs 8lbs 13oz, professionally setup here at Mike \u0026amp; Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\rNeck Specs:\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\r-Wood: Maple\u003cbr\u003e\r-Shape: Medium soft V, measuring .850” 1st fret, .920” 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e\r-Fretboard: 22 fret maple, lightly rolled edges, 9 1\/2“ radius\u003cbr\u003e\r-Frets: Slender, pristine\u003cbr\u003e\r-Scale Length: 25 1\/2”\u003cbr\u003e\r-Nut: 1 5\/8”, bone\u003cbr\u003e\r-Tuners: Kluson-style\u003cbr\u003e\r-Serialization: Neck heel date stamp Oct 6, 1988\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\rBody Specs:\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\r-Wood: Alder\u003cbr\u003e\r-Pickups: Lace Sensor Gold\u003cbr\u003e\r-Harness: Original CTS pot dates to ‘88, one replacement pot\u003cbr\u003e\r-Hardware: Vintage-style vibrato\u003cbr\u003e\r-Plastics: One-ply pickguard ('50s-spec), knobs with greened text\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\rCosmetic wear on the vibrant gloss Torino Red finish is limited to light buckle rash on the bass side of the back, a small area of faint scuffing along the pick path extending beyond the bass-side edge of the guard, and a handful of light finish scratches in the clear coat on the body as a whole. The smooth satin finish on the neck profile is immaculate.\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003e\rThe original tweed hardshell case is included.","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339647381760,"sku":"802775","price":2699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4437\/4714\/products\/medium_37b49c14-944b-4365-96aa-77b25bd888c4.jpg?v=1751541916","url":"https:\/\/mmguitarbar.com\/products\/1988-fender-eric-clapton-signature-stratocaster-torino-red-first-year-w-lace-sensors-tweed-case","provider":"Mike \u0026 Mike's Guitar Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}