{"product_id":"josie-stagg-tom-delonge-inspired-strat-style-electric-guitar-blue","title":"Josie! - Stagg Tom DeLonge-Inspired Strat-Style Electric Guitar | Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJosie is a wonderfully entertaining Stagg Strat-style electric guitar, finished in an attractive blue with a white pearloid scratchplate and a custom single-humbucker configuration inspired by Tom DeLonge’s iconic Stratocaster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor fans of Blink-182 and early-2000s pop-punk, the appeal is immediately obvious. Josie combines familiar Strat-style looks with the simplicity of a single bridge pickup and master volume control, offering an affordable alternative to the considerably more expensive official signature models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the guitar is a particularly impressive high-output, Invader-style humbucker, complete with oversized pole pieces. Although its manufacturer is unknown, the pickup delivers a thick, aggressive sound with plenty of punch, making Josie especially enjoyable for crunchy rhythm playing, palm-muted riffs and powerful distorted chords.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe simplified electronics feature a single master volume control, without a tone control or pickup selector. This straightforward arrangement keeps the focus firmly on playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJosie’s comfortable double-cutaway body is paired with a bolt-on maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. Chrome hardware, six-in-line machine heads and a fixed, string-through-body hardtail bridge complete the instrument. Unlike a traditional Stratocaster tremolo, the hardtail design requires no spring balancing and provides a simple, dependable playing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar is previously owned and displays some scratches and cosmetic marks consistent with use. Its blue finish remains attractive, and the instrument presents very nicely overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs part of The Stray Chord’s restoration process, Josie has received a full service and setup, including fret levelling, crowning and polishing, ensuring she is ready for her next home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJosie is not an official Tom DeLonge Signature guitar, nor is the pickup being represented as a genuine Seymour Duncan Invader. She is, however, a genuinely enjoyable and affordable guitar for anyone who appreciates that distinctive pop-punk look and sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Christmas approaching, we’re deliberately introducing more affordable instruments to help make quality, professionally prepared guitars accessible to more players.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdoption Fee: £125\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRescue • Restore • Rehome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Stray Chord","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59181043613960,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1059\/2829\/4664\/files\/7542893E-7BBB-4D77-AB59-AB032C395556.jpg?v=1792613991","url":"https:\/\/thestraychord.com\/products\/josie-stagg-tom-delonge-inspired-strat-style-electric-guitar-blue","provider":"The Stray Chord","version":"1.0","type":"link"}