Fender Eric Clapton 'Blackie' Stratocaster - USA 2001

The Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster is one of the most iconic artist models ever made, inspired by Clapton’s legendary “Blackie”—a custom-built Strat he pieced together from three late-'50s Fender Stratocasters and used extensively from the early 1970s until retiring it in 1985. Fender introduced the Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster in 1988, with input from Clapton himself, and it has remained a staple of the Custom Artist Series ever since.

This 2001 Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster captures the essence of Clapton’s famous Blackie while incorporating modern playability and performance enhancements. It features three Gold Fender Lace Sensor pickups, a soft “V” maple neck, and an active TBX tone control and mid-boost circuit, allowing for a fat, overdriven tone with the push of a knob.

This guitar delivers the smooth, bell-like chime of a vintage Strat, with the added power and noiseless operation of Lace Sensor pickups. The mid-boost circuit (up to 25dB gain) allows for thicker, humbucker-like tones, making it extremely versatile—from Clapton’s signature “woman tone” to classic blues and rock textures. The soft “V” neck feels fast and comfortable, making bends and vibrato effortless, just as Clapton prefers.

This particular example is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of wear. The Eric Clapton signature decal on the headstock adds an extra touch of class.

A true player’s Strat, perfect for everything from blues and rock to clean, shimmering tones, this Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster is a fantastic instrument for any Clapton fan or Strat lover.

Features:

Action at 1st fret: 0.5mm

Action at 12th fret: 2.0mm

Neck depth at 1st fret: 22.43mm

Neck depth at 12th fret: 23.29mm

Nut Width: 42.08mm

12 fret width: 51.93mm

Weight: 3.54kg / 7.8lb

Model: 2001 Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster "Blackie"

Finish: Gloss Black

Body: Alder

Neck: Maple, Soft “V” Profile

Fretboard: Maple, 9.5” Radius

Frets: 22 Vintage Style

Pickups: 3 x Gold Fender Lace Sensor Single-Coils

Electronics: TBX Tone Control, Active Mid-Boost (0-25dB)

Bridge: Vintage-Style Synchronised Tremolo (Blocked per Clapton’s Preference)

Tuners: Fender Vintage-Style

Case: Original Fender Tweed Hardshell Case