The Fender Custom Shop Master Built 1957 Stratocaster Ultra Relic – Black Over Graffiti Yellow is a striking instrument that masterfully fuses vintage character with modern performance. Painstakingly crafted by Master Builder Kyle McMillin, this one-of-a-kind Stratocaster embodies the bold spirit of Fender’s golden era while incorporating high-performance appointments suited for the modern player. Its finish, a dramatic Black over Graffiti Yellow, features an Ultra Relic treatment, delivering a well-worn aesthetic with heavy aging, simulated decades of use, and the visual charm of a true road warrior.

The body is made from a select 2-piece alder, known for its balanced tonal characteristics—punchy mids, articulate highs, and tight lows. Finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, the guitar breathes with resonance and ages naturally over time. The neck is crafted from maple and carved into a comfortable 1957-style soft “V” profile, a historically accurate shape that offers a smooth, fast playing experience. The compound 9.5" to 12" radius fretboard ensures exceptional playability across all registers, whether you're chording near the nut or bending high up on the neck. Outfitted with narrow tall 5105 frets, this Strat provides superb note clarity and precision for both vintage-style and modern technique.

The inclusion of a Floyd Rose nut and bridge sets this guitar apart from traditional vintage builds. Offering exceptional tuning stability and expressive pitch control, the Floyd Rose system transforms this Strat into a formidable tool for modern rock and shred players while maintaining its vintage roots. The guitar's electronics are equally compelling, loaded with a Hand-Wound Strat El Diablo pickup in the neck for aggressive yet articulate tones, and a Sonic Smoke House Zebra humbucker in the bridge position, delivering raw power with excellent dynamic response. A 5-way switch allows for tonal flexibility, offering a wide palette of sounds to cover everything from bluesy cleans to searing leads.

Every detail of this instrument reflects Custom Shop excellence—from its aged hardware and relic'd finish to its seamless neck join and flawless fretwork. Included with this masterpiece are a premium hardshell case, strap, cable, and a Certificate of Authenticity, underscoring its status as a true collector’s piece. The 1957 Stratocaster Ultra Relic by Kyle McMillin is more than just a guitar—it’s a sonic and visual statement, ready to inspire the most demanding players and collectors alike.