Across three decades and more than 10 albums, Mike McCready’s lead guitar work with Pearl Jam defined the instrument’s very role within the world of grunge and alternative rock. His 6-string of choice? A well-loved 1960 Stratocaster that’s served as a staple part of the band’s sound since 1992. The Fender Mike McCready Stratocaster is an exact replication of that very instrument, boasting all the bones of a true pre-CBS Fender, including a lightweight alder body, slim maple “C” neck, and a 9.5-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard. A trio of custom pickups directly modeled after the single-coils in Mike’s Strat instantly unlock the sound of legendary Pearl Jam leads and solo, with a remarkably dynamic feel and classic Strat sparkle. Finally, a Road Worn nitrocellulose lacquer finish sets this guitar apart from a sea of vintage-inspired Strats, with every nick, ding, and scratch mirroring the play wear from Mike’s beloved 1960 Stratocaster.
Fender Mike McCready Stratocaster Electric Guitar Features:
An exacting replica of Mike McCready of Pearl Jam’s 1960 Fender Stratocaster
Lightweight alder body
Fast-playing maple neck in a slim “C” profile
9.5-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard, studded with 21 medium vintage frets for a thoroughly vintage-style playing experience
Three Custom Mike McCready ’60s Single-coil Stratocaster pickups, precisely modeled after the pickups in Mike’s Strat
Modern 5-position blade switch and treble bleed circuit master volume to keep your signal clear when rolling down the volume
Classic early 1960s Strat appointments, including a vintage-style synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles, 3-ply mint pickguard, and vintage-style Fender tuners
Road Worn nitrocellulose lacquer finish that mirrors the wear on Mike’s Strat, from the back’s buckle rash to the mis-matched knobs
