High-Octane Japanese Craftsmanship Meets Modern Lead Virtuosity
The Fender Richie Kotzen Signature Stratocaster in Transparent White Burst is built for players who demand massive tone, high-speed playability, and striking stage presence. Originally built exclusive to the Japanese market and now available worldwide, this guitar blends elegant aesthetics with heavy-hitting performance features specified by the rock fusion virtuoso himself.
Crafted with a highly resonant Ash body capped by a figured Flame Maple top and pearloid body binding, the instrument is finished in a shimmering Transparent White Burst that highlights the grain below. The silky 1-piece Maple neck is carved to Kotzen's preferred "Thick C" back profile, paired with a flat 12-inch radius Maple fingerboard and 22 Jumbo frets for big sustain, effortless pitch bends, and fast chordal navigation.
Sonic firepower is delivered by a specialized set of three DiMarzio Custom Single-Coil pickups. These pickups are voice-matched to offer high-output punch, vocal mid-range bite, and dynamic clarity across all 5 switch positions—cutting through heavy rhythm tracks and singing lead lines with ease.
Hardware appointments include high-grade Gold hardware, a 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo, Gotoh locking tuners for rock-solid pitch stability, and a 3-ply Pearloid pickguard to complete the high-end custom look.
Sanctuary Tone & Intent Profile
- Best For: Hard Rock, Fusion, Blues Rock, Technical Shred, and Studio Recording
- Tone Profile: Dynamic, punchy, and articulate with rich sustain, thick mids, and sweet top-end chime
- Compared To: Custom high-performance S-style builds with thick necks and flat fingerboard radii
- Sanctuary Expert Note: "The Richie Kotzen Strat is a modern tone powerhouse. Featuring a chunky 'Thick C' neck profile for massive sustain and a custom DiMarzio pickup configuration, it delivers screaming lead tones and glassy rhythms with zero effort."
Key Specifications:
- Model Name: Richie Kotzen Stratocaster®
- Body Wood: Ash with Flame Maple Laminated Top
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester in Transparent White Burst with Pearloid Binding
- Neck Wood: 1-Piece Maple
- Neck Profile: "Thick C" Shape
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
- Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
- Frets: 22 Jumbo Frets
- Nut Width & Material: 1.650" (42 mm) Synthetic Bone
- Pickups: DiMarzio® Custom Single Coil (Bridge, Middle, Neck)
- Controls & Switching: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck), Tone 2 (Bridge/Middle), 5-Position Blade
- Hardware Color: Gold
- Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
- Tuning Machines: Gotoh® Cast/Sealed Locking
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Pearloid
- Strings: Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
Stock photos shown, individual color/grain will vary from guitar to guitar.
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