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Fender Masterbuilt David Brown 1966 Stratocaster Candy Apple Red/Journeyman

$8,550.00

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A masterfully crafted '66 Strat by David Brown, this Masterbuilt model blends the soul of a single-luthier instrument with the pedigree and precision of the Fender Custom Shop.

One question we hear often is: what’s the difference between Fender Custom Shop Team Built and Masterbuilt instruments? It’s a great question, and one worth digging into.

Team Built guitars are expertly crafted by small groups of skilled builders within the Custom Shop, yielding consistently excellent guitars that have a certain feel. When you step into the Masterbuilt realm, you’re essentially entering the single-luthier world. That means one masterbuilder - start to finish - brings the entire instrument to life. Each build reflects that individual’s experience, taste, and hands-on approach - and while hard to quantify - there's a noticeable feel difference that we've seen with other single-luthier instruments. These instruments seem to embody that one person's blood, sweat, and tears as the expression goes, and you can feel it. It's a vibe thing.

This '66 Stratocaster comes from the bench of David Brown, and it’s a stellar example of what sets a Masterbuilt Fender apart. The feel thing we were talking about is immediately apparent when you pick the guitar up - a perfectly shaped neck with smooth rolled edges and immaculate fretwork helping set the stage. The profile hits that sweet mid-’60s taper, and as with other guitars we’ve had from Dave, there's a touch of that Lentz-like finesse in how it plays and vibrates - refined, responsive, and effortlessly musical.

Acoustically, it’s loud, bright, and full of snap, just what you want to hear before you even plug in. Once you do, the Josefina-wound pickups shine with classic Strat character: glassy top end, lush sparkle, and those sweetly compressed 2 & 4 positions that make rhythm playing feel just right.

For players curious about the world of single-luthier builds - but not ready to leave iconic brands behind - this strikes the perfect balance. Boutique feel, Fender pedigree, and a Strat worthy of long-term love

Specs

Body
2pc. Alder Body
Finish
Nitro lacquer
Color
Candy Apple Red
Aging Level
Journeyman

Hardware

Pickups
Custom Shop Josefina '66 Pickups
Controls
Volume/Tone/Tone/5-Way
Pickguard
3-Ply Parchment
Bridge
CS Vintage
Nut
Bone 1.65"

Neck

Neck
Quarter Sawn Flame Maple
Fingerboard
Round laminated AAA Rosewood
Carve
'66 Oval C (.84-.974")
Radius
7 1/4" - 9 1/2" compound radius
Frets
6150 Medium Jumbo
Dots
MoP
Tuners
Fender vintage style

Other

Weight
7lbs 14oz
Serial Number
R137984
Case
Original Hardshell w/CoA

New. Chosen. Cherished.

We hand-select each one for its tone, feel, and build quality - instruments that inspire and stand up to real-world playing. Whether you're chasing a lifelong companion or something that just clicks, our curated lineup reflects decades of experience matching players with the right guitar.

High Standards

We accept only preowned guitars that meet our rigorous standards for authenticity, condition, and performance, each one carefully vetted to ensure it upholds the level of quality our customers expect.

Accurate Representation

Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.

Inspection & Setup

Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions about this instrument’s condition, feel free to give us a call or drop us an email - we are always happy to provide an in-hand description and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.

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