A few bands and Blink-182 reunions later, Fender is proud to (re)launch the Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster: that very same guitar and the instrument that defined much of Blink-182's most revered riffs. From the single volume knob to the alder body's string-through hardtail bridge, every facet of the Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster is primed to take the most exuberant down-stroked power-chord beatings without breaking a sweat.
Lastly, the Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster comes complete with all the small things. Sweetwater is an Authorized Fender Dealer. Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Black.
Lastly, the Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster comes complete with all the small things that made the original such a unique instrument, including several high-energy pastel finishes such as Surf Green, Daphane Blue, Garffiti Yellow, and Black. We can't forget to mention that this pop-punk guitar has a sparkling pearloid pickguard and a large'70s-style headstock atop the rosewood-capped maple neck. Seymour Duncan Invader humbucker provides pop-punk crunch. Tom's tonal preference for Seymour Duncan's SH-8 pickups stretches all the way back to his fan-favorite "Sticker Strat, " which was used on much of Blink-182's earliest output.
The Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster carries on that tradition with a single bridge-position Seymour Duncan Invader SH-8 humbucker to kick out everything from raucous pop-punk power chord rhythms to the more subtle sonic textures Tom explores with Angels & Airwaves. It's a decidedly high-power humbucker, packing three large ceramic magnets, overwound coils, and distinctive metal oxide pole pieces that give you an immense low-end response - perfect for snarling riffs and crunchy pop-punk style chords. Hardtail bridge for superior stability. A rock-solid 6-saddle, string-through hardtail bridge with block saddles takes the Tom DeLonge Stratocaster's utilitarian bent even further, forgoing the Strat's traditional setup for maximum stability.
This heavy-duty bridge design accommodates even the most hard-hitting strumming without batting an eye. What's more, many Sweetwater guitarists praise hardtail Strat designs for their superior sustain and enhanced string-to-body resonance, making it an excellent alternative for players who don't require a tremolo system. High-performance Modern "C" neck profile. The Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster's maple neck comes equipped with a slim and fast-playing Modern "C" profile that's sure to please players of all backgrounds and styles.It's an ideal crossroads between the chunky Fender neck profiles of yesteryear and modern ultra-high-performance toothpick profiles, giving you a perfect grip that precisely hits the "just-right" mark for many modern players. The slab rosewood fingerboard is loaded with an equally accommodating setup of 21 medium-jumbo frets in a 9.5-inch radius - a formidable combo that provides effortless chording at the base of the neck and an equally comfortable feel when bending up high. Fender Tom DeLonge Stratocaster Electric Guitar Features. Signature 6-string of pop-punk and alternative icon Tom DeLonge of Blink-182 and Angels & Airwaves. Resonant alder body with a string-through hardtail bridge for maximum stability and enhanced tone.
Maple neck carved into a slim Modern "C" profile for a fast, speedy feel. Slab rosewood fingerboard loaded with 21 medium-jumbo frets in a 9.5-inch radius offers slick playability and easy bends across the neck's entire register.
A single volume knob with a treble bleed circuit keeps things simple but still provides exceptional tonal flexibility. Vintage-style Fender tuners make changing strings a breeze. Signature neck plate with custom Tom DeLonge artwork. 6-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Hardtail with Block Saddles. More than 30 years in business.Free tech support from audio experts.