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Bohlinger Builds a Stellar Strat and Tests 2 Maple Necks

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Follow along as we build a one-of-a-kind Strat featuring top-notch components, modern upgrades, and classic vibes. Plus, see how a vintage neck stacks up against a modern one in our tone test. Watch the demo and enter for your chance to win this custom guitar!



Enter by March 18 for your chance to win!

Want to build your own? Use these parts:

Licensed Fender Necks and Bodies from StewMac: https://stewmac.sjv.io/POKaaY

Seymour Duncan Hot Chicken Pickups: https://seymour-duncan.sjv.io/APmKK1

Tube Amp Doctor Wiring Kits: https://www.tubeampdoctor.com/en/parts-for-guitars...

AxLabs Tone Claw: https://axlabshardware.com/products/axlabs-tone-cl...

AxLabs String Surfer Saddle: https://axlabshardware.com/products/string-surfer-...

Ax Labs Strat-Style Switch Tip: https://axlabshardware.com/collections/switch-tips...

PureTone Output Jack: https://puretonetechnologies.com/

GraphTech Ratio Tuners: https://graphtech.com/pages/ratio-machine-heads

LeRockskin Selvaggia Strap: https://www.lerockskin.com/shop/selvaggia/

Reunion Blues Expedition Series Gig Bag: https://reunionblues.com/collections/expedition-se...

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