Specs:
• Model: Parallel Universe Volume II Uptown Stratocaster
• Finish: Static White, Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body: Mahogany
• Neck: 1-Piece Mahogany, Bolt-On
• Neck Profile: '60s "C"
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Inlays: White Pearloid Block Inlays
• Radius: 9.5"
• Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
• Nut: Bone, 1.685"
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Pickups: 2 x Custom Double Tap Humbuckers
• Controls: Volume 1 (Neck), Tone 1 (Neck), Volume 2 (Bridge), Tone 2 (Bridge)
• Switching: 3-Position Toggle
• Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles
• Tuners: Fender ClassicGear
• Hardware: Nickel / Chrome
• Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
• Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case
• Country: USA
• Year: 2020

Personal Thoughts:
This is one of the more interesting Parallel Universe models Fender did, because it really does feel like a proper mash-up rather than just a cosmetic variation. The Uptown Strat takes the familiar Strat silhouette and gives it a much more Gibson-like flavour with the mahogany body and neck, shorter 24.75" scale, block-inlaid rosewood board and twin humbucker setup. That changes the feel of the guitar quite a lot, and in a good way. It should have a slightly thicker, warmer response than a standard Strat, but still keep some Fender snap and familiarity thanks to the body shape and trem. I also like the separate volume and tone controls for each pickup, which make it feel a bit more sophisticated than a normal two-humbucker Strat-style guitar. Static White is a great colour on this model as well, giving it a classy custom look that suits the more upmarket spec nicely.

Condition Report:
Excellent condition. There are a few tiny impressions from use, but nothing major. Overall it presents very cleanly and remains a very tidy example.

Part Exchange Welcome:
Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.