*The pickup covers for this shipment will be vintage cream color. "Blackie," the now legendary and world-famous Stratocaster assembled by Eric Clapton. When Fender disassembled and analyzed the pickups, the heart of the guitar, and announced they were 1974 gray bobbins, it shocked guitar enthusiasts and players. This original Blackie retired after the 1985 tour, but Clapton himself said it had "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 "mellow." With the flat range typical of the 70s, sharp edges, short sustain, and a subtle 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 are the live album "Just One Night," which was the first and last, and the video "Live Aid" from 1985. We were particularly focused on 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, and we pursued the tone using the UAFX Lion '68, headphones, and a booster when using a tube amp to lightly push the sound. The neck pickup 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 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 '70 gray bobbins. Specifications ・All positions: S-pole Top, CW winding ・Staggered type up to '74 ・AWG42 wire ・Cotton cloth wire ・M3 x 20mm screws ・Height adjuster springs Fender, Mjt, Dimarzio, Seymour Duncan