"Blackie," the world's most famous Stratocaster, assembled by Eric Clapton, is now a legend. When Fender announced that the pickups, the heart of the guitar, were disassembled and analyzed to be gray bobbins from 1974, it shocked guitar enthusiasts and players. This original "Blackie" retired after the 1985 tour, but Clapton himself said it possessed "a mysterious charm that you might only encounter once in a lifetime." The tone that produced famous performances and phrases, combined with Clapton's playing technique, was described as a "mellow sound." With the flat range and sharp edges typical of the 70s, a short sustain, and an exquisite drive feel achieved through amp settings, the sound was completely different from the current signature models, and was very attractive, distinct from the signature "Woman Tone." This "Blackie" aims to reproduce that sound. Reference audio sources include the live album "Just One Night," which was the first and last live album, and the video "Live Aid" from 1985. Particular attention was paid to the nuances of the mid and bridge half-tones frequently used in "Just One Night." The amps used at the time were Music Man for "Just One Night" and JCM800 for "Live Aid." The UAFX Lion '68 was used with headphones, and a booster was used when using a tube amp to lightly push and pursue the tone. The neck side is based on the flat and dry tone of the 70s, while also allowing you to experience the light drive of the wound strings around the 12th fret, which can be felt with 60s Stratocasters. It has good sensitivity and a raw feel that directly expresses the player's nuances, and with a clean tone, it is transparent, making it the best choice not only for Clapton fans but also for those looking for '70s gray bobbins. Specifications ・All positions: S-pole Top, CW winding ・Staggered type up to '74 ・AWG42 wire ・Cotton cloth wire ・Gray bobbin ・DC resistance: Approximately 5.6kΩ to 6.0kΩ Accessories ・Aged white pickup cover ・M3 x 20mm screws ・Height adjuster springs Fender, Mjt, Dimarzio, Seymour Duncan"