{"product_id":"black-pink-relic-stratocaster-style-guitar","title":"Black \u0026 Pink Relic Stratocaster Style Guitar","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Pink Relic Stratocaster Style Guitar\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Pink Relic Stratocaster Style Guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e combines classic Strat-inspired specifications with one of the most distinctive distressed finishes in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA heavily aged \u003cstrong\u003eblack outer finish reveals vivid pink colouring beneath\u003c\/strong\u003e, with worn areas around the edges and contours creating a dramatic multi-layered relic effect. The bright pink contrasts sharply against the black body, while a pale mint-style pickguard, cream SSS pickups and aged-style controls give the guitar an unmistakably vintage-inspired appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWith three single-coil pickups, a five-way selector and traditional tremolo bridge, this model retains the familiar versatility of a classic Strat-style electric guitar while offering a much more unconventional visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBlack Over Pink Heavy Relic Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe most distinctive element of this guitar is its \u003cstrong\u003eblack and pink distressed finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLarge areas of black dominate the front of the body, while bright pink appears underneath and around the worn edges. Further distressed sections reveal lighter natural-looking tones, creating the appearance of several layers of finish having been worn away over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe deliberately uneven wear extends around the body contours, giving the guitar the appearance of an extensively played vintage instrument rather than a uniformly painted modern guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eVivid Pink Undercoat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike conventional black relic guitars, this model uses \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink as the contrasting colour underneath the darker outer finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat combination dramatically changes the character of the instrument. From a distance it has the aggressive appearance of a black Strat, while closer inspection reveals large areas of vivid pink around the edges and underneath the distressed black surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis gives the guitar a particularly distinctive identity for players looking for something outside traditional relic colour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eClassic Strat-Inspired Double-Cutaway Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeneath the unusual finish is the familiar \u003cstrong\u003eStrat-style double-cutaway body\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts contoured shape, pronounced horns and traditional component layout retain the recognisable proportions of a classic Strat-inspired electric guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe combination works particularly well here: a familiar vintage guitar shape paired with a finish that looks anything but conventional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMint-Style Pickguard \u0026amp; Cream Appointments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA pale \u003cstrong\u003emint-green-style pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a strong visual break between the dark body and the electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe three pickups use aged cream covers, with matching cream control knobs and selector switch tip continuing the vintage-inspired theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese lighter appointments contrast particularly well against the black body while complementing the deliberately aged appearance of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTraditional SSS Pickup Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003esingle-coil pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the classic SSS arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe five-way pickup selector offers the familiar selection of individual and combined pickup positions, making the guitar suitable for a broad variety of sounds and playing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrom brighter bridge-pickup sounds to warmer neck tones and characteristic combined single-coil positions, the electronics retain the versatility traditionally associated with Strat-style guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFamiliar Volume \u0026amp; Tone Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe guitar features the traditional \u003cstrong\u003eone-volume and two-tone control arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCombined with its five-way pickup selector, this provides a straightforward and familiar control system without distracting from the traditional Strat-style layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cream knobs also contribute to the aged aesthetic rather than introducing modern-looking black or bright white plastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eVintage-Style Tremolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA chrome \u003cstrong\u003evintage-style tremolo bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the traditional Strat-inspired hardware configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe tremolo provides the option of adding vibrato and pitch movement while maintaining the familiar appearance of the classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts chrome finish contrasts against the black body and matches the output jack plate and other visible hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDark Fingerboard \u0026amp; Natural-Style Headstock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003edark fingerboard with dot position markers\u003c\/strong\u003e provides another strong visual contrast against the brighter pickguard and vivid pink areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt the top of the instrument, the natural\/yellow-toned six-in-line headstock introduces another vintage-inspired element to the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Much Darker Take on the Pink Relic Strat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlthough this guitar shares its pink relic theme with the white-and-pink model, the overall effect is considerably different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHere, the \u003cstrong\u003eblack finish is the dominant colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a darker and more aggressive appearance. The pink functions as the exposed underlayer, appearing through the distressed areas and around the edges of the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's therefore a particularly interesting option for players who like black Strat-style guitars but want something much more individual than a conventional gloss or matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Strat-inspired double-cutaway body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy relic \/ distressed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack outer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright pink exposed underlayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional aged and worn detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale mint-style pickguard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream pickup covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream volume and tone knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree single-coil pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional SSS configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-way pickup selector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne volume and two tone controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage-style tremolo bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDot position markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural-style six-in-line headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix-string configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Pink Relic Stratocaster Style Guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for players who want the familiarity of a traditional Strat-style instrument with a much more individual appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe combination of \u003cstrong\u003eblack over vivid pink\u003c\/strong\u003e, extensive artificial wear and lighter aged appointments creates a finish that's immediately recognisable, while the SSS pickups, five-way selector and vintage-style tremolo retain the classic Strat formula underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt offers a particularly striking alternative to both standard black Strat-style guitars and more conventional vintage relic finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44353172963406,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/6064\/8014\/files\/o_1k1ss6baacijheo1gsimu08660.jpg?v=1789719876","url":"https:\/\/chinese-guitars.com\/products\/black-pink-relic-stratocaster-style-guitar","provider":"Chinese Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}