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Fender and Dave Murray have collaborated on yet another ferocious signature model for the longtime Iron Maiden guitarist. The Dave Murray California Series Stratocaster is inspired by Murray's longtime onstage go-to guitar, combining time-honored Strat tradition with the modern roar of three Seymour Duncan humbucking pickups, the fast feel of a compound-radius fingerboard, and the high-performance reliability of a Floyd Rose bridge and nut.
Open Box Fender Dave Murray Signature HHH Stratocaster Electric Guitar Level 2 2-Color Sunburst 197881340599
Open Box Fender Dave Murray Signature HHH Stratocaster Electric Guitar Level 2 2-Color Sunburst 197881340599
Open Box Fender Dave Murray Signature HHH Stratocaster Electric Guitar Level 2 2-Color Sunburst 197881340599

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Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss Urethane
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C standard
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: Compound
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width: 1.687" (42.8mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HHH
  • Neck: Hot Rails
  • Middle: JB Jr.
  • Bridge: Hot Rails
  • Brand: Seymour Duncan
  • Active or passive: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics: None
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone 1, tone 2
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: Floyd Rose with locking nut
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Deluxe sealed
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Pickups
  • Case: Gig bag
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Mexico

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4.7

10 Reviews

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I Love this guitar!

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Great stratocaster

Guitar is solid, no problems with the materials or electronics. No flaws in the finish, looks exactly like the photos on the web site. Action was very good out of the box. I had the guitar setup with a local luthier who fixed the Tremelo. The Original Floyd Rose was very stiff originally. Guitar plays extremely easy, and feels very fast. The pickups sound great through my amp. The two hotrails pickups are very hot and bright, even the neck pickup sounds bright and loud. The JB Jr not so much, but that pickup gives you a nice normal strat sound and I found is really nice for clean playing. If your looking for dual humbucker strat like I was, you might want to consider this Dave Murray Guitar. It has the looks, play ability and sound and a third humbucker in the middle position to boot. I think it is a great guitar for the money and I got a very nice deal on it here at GC. I say go for it. I like mine.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

It's OK.

Received new with no issues, good build quality. Factory set up was not great, that's expected. After a set up it plays good and stays in tune. Pickups are hot and focused, I think more modern sounding. This guitar lacks sustain however, doesn't readily do sweet or buttery. Bottom line I kept it because it's a different tone but I wish I would have bought something else.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming8
  2. Practicing8
  3. Rock Concerts8
  4. Recording7
  5. Small Venues5
Cons
  1. Horrible Setup from Factory1
  2. Poor Pick Up1
  3. Tremelo Setup1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Novice2
  3. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Fun To Play8
  2. Good Feel8
  3. Good Pick Up7
  4. Good Tone6
  5. Solid Electronics6

Reviewed by 10 customers

  • It's OK.

    3

    submitteda year ago

    byJesse

    fromPhoenix AZ

    Received new with no issues, good build quality. Factory set up was not great, that's expected. After a set up it plays good and stays in tune. Pickups are hot and focused, I think more modern sounding. This guitar lacks sustain however, doesn't readily do sweet or buttery. Bottom line I kept it because it's a different tone but I wish I would have bought something else.

  • I would buy this guitar 10 folds

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byDon

    fromPorter,Texas

    This guitar came straight out of the box ready to play. Finger board was dry but nothing a little oil couldn't cure. Action is great but the pick ups are amazing. You will not be disappointed from this buy.

  • I Love this guitar!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byAaron

    fromSanford, Maine

    Can't find any faults really..I didn't buy it brand new so idk how it was out of the box. Stays in tune always!.....the pickups are great for anything and everything you throw at it. Cleans are amazing and distorted tones sing....alot of clarity.

  • Would purchase even if it cost more. this was great price.

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byBob

    fromSeattle, WA

    great compound neck. hot rails pickups great. JB jr not much different than standard strat pickup. Real Floyd Rose stays in tune even with new strings. Made in Mexico but quality as good as my Ultra.

  • Awesome Meal Machine

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byD. Murray

    fromNew York, NY

    This is a great guitar. I would compare it to any superstar on the market. It is Mexican made, but I have never had any problems with a Mexican made fender. I guess the only drawback is the resale value of a Mexican model. The pickups and floyd rose are terrific. They definitely didn't skimp on these parts. It may not be the most versatile strat ever. It does metal and hard rock fine, But if you're thinking SRV, look elsewhere.

  • Great Axe

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byTC1072

    fromRI

    This guitar rocks! You really get a lot of bang for the buck with a pair of Seymour Duncan Hot Rails sandwiched around a JR Jr., as well as an Original Floyd Rose. The tuning stability is unbelievable with the (almost) flat mounted Floyd. My only complaint is the action it came from the factory with, it was atrocious-close to half an inch...yikes! Once I did a full setup, it is fantastic.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMatt

    fromRichmond, VA

    What strings come on it?

    What strings come on it?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bypypr

    fromParadise CA

    I do not see a cavity under the tail of the Floyd Rose. What happens when you pull the bar up hard? It looks like it will bottom out on the top of the guitar.

    I do not see a cavity under the tail of the Floyd Rose. What happens when you pull the bar up hard? It looks like it will bottom out on the top of the guitar.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855-770-3373

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byFernando

    fromMinneapolis, Minnesota.

    What's the blemish on this guitar? Item #: J18981005001043 Blemished Fender Dave Murray Signature HHH Stratocaster Electric Guitar

    What's the blemish on this guitar? Item #: J18981005001043 Blemished Fender Dave Murray Signature HHH Stratocaster Electric Guitar

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, we don’t know what the blemish is. The blemishes will be perhaps minor scratches, average handling wear. There will be no effect on playability or sound. BLEMISHED: Gear returned in great condition, with only minor signs of use, such as slight scuffs or pick marks. It looks and plays like new and may be considered an equivalent to display units found in retail stores. Includes 45-Day, No-Hassle Returns Includes full manufacturer's warranty Includes 2-Year Free Warranty on all guitars and basses Gold coverage plan available for 1 or 2 years coverage