The Artcaster: Custom MIJ Fender Strat Build

Putting the finishing touches on my custom 1985 Fender Stratocaster / Partscaster build, The Artcaster, aka The Deco Strat, aka The Blackburst. In this video, I upgrade the bridge and input jack, adjust the truss rod, set string height, and intonate the guitar. The first official build on the channel, getting the prized Midwest Coast Custom Shop serial #0.

Parts:
Neck - 1985 Fender Stratocaster Boxer Series MIJ Maple Neck, Gloss Black Finish, Rosewood Fretboard
Body - 2008 Fender Stratocaster Alder Body, Poly Sunburst Finish
Pickups / Internals - Fender Ceramic Single Coils (from a 2008 MIM Standard Strat)
Pickup Covers - KAISH Vintage Cream ST Single Coil Pickup Covers
Pickguard - Decoboom "Streamline" Pickguard - decoboom.com
Bridge - OVSAL 10.5mm "Vacuum Black" Stainless Steel Saddles, Brass Block
Jack Plate - Dopro Black ST Strat Boat Jack Socket
Strings - D'Addario XL Nickel Wound EXL110-5P Regular Light Gauge (10-46)

Song Credits:
"Fart" by Post Age (2023)

Timeline:
0:00 - Intro
0:44 - The Prep
2:16 - Removing Strings
3:17 - Removing Old Bridge
6:37 - Installing New Bridge
10:59 - Replacing Input Jack Plate
15:18 - Preparing for Set Up
16:42 - Restringing Guitar
18:36 - Adjusting Truss Rod
21:09 - Adjusting Bridge Saddle String Height
25:39 - Setting Intonation
32:20 - Guitar Polishing
35:34 - The Artcaster Build Recap

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