mike mccready

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During the deconstructing process, it was discovered that McCready's original wasn't what he thought it was.

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and the Fender Custom Shop today announced the Limited Edition Mike McCready 1960 Stratocaster in the artist's first-time collaboration with the iconic guitar brand. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alum partnered with one of Fender's world-renowned Master Builders, Vincent Van Trigt, to disassemble his famous vintage Stratocaster® in order to account for every spec, detail and iconic scratch. With 2021 marking the 30th anniversary of Pearl Jam's debut album TEN, the limited 60-piece run celebrates the impact of the legendary rock band. The collector's edition promises Pearl Jam fans a nearly exact replica of the guitar McCready has used to wow audiences for decades.

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