"Blackie," the world's most famous Stratocaster, a legendary guitar assembled by Eric Clapton. When Fender disassembled and analyzed its heart, the pickups, and announced they were gray bobbin pickups from 1974, it shocked guitar enthusiasts and players alike. 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 characteristic of the 70s, a short sustain, and a subtle drive achieved through amp settings, its sound was completely different from current signature models, and was incredibly appealing, distinct from his signature "Woman Tone." This "Blackie" aims to recreate 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-tone 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 tone was pursued using the UAFX Lion '68 with headphones, and a booster was used to lightly push the tone when using a tube amp. The neck pickup is designed to capture the flat, dry tone of the 70s, while also providing the light drive of the wound strings around the 12th fret, which is felt in 60s Stratocasters. It has good sensitivity and a raw feel that directly expresses the player's nuances, and with a clean tone, it is crystal clear, making it the best choice not only for Clapton fans but also for those looking for '70s gray bobbin pickups. 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"