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Post subject: Clapton Blackie Artist Series vs Signature guitar
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2018 5:06 pm
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I just bought a second hand clapton blackie which was listed as an artist series for 900 dollars but i compared it to a brand new one and it is way different. First of all the serial number on the new artist series begins with US and mine begins with SZ denoting its signature mode made in the USA according to my research. The neck profile is much fatter on my sigature and the lace sensor pickups which i thought were swapped for custom ones by the previous owner are actually standard for his signature guitar. Mine is from 2005 and the others ive seen listed that are identical from 1993-the eary 2000’s are selling used anywhere from 13-1800 dollars. Am i missing something? Did i just find a steal of a deal?


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Post subject: Re: Clapton Blackie Artist Series vs Signature guitar
Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2018 7:26 pm
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Without detailed pictures, inside and out, including the neck heel, pocket, headstock, and full serial number, the best answer anyone can give you is "Maybe"
The EC signature has changed over the years and it did not always have active electronics.
I don't believe they were still using Lace pickups in '05, but I could be wrong.
https://forums.fender.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=72937
Looks like the EC went to the Fender Noiseless in 2001

Follow this link:
https://www.fender.com/product-registration/
And input your serial number... it should show what it was originally assigned to, though they are spotty prior to the mid 90s. You can always call Fender customer service.

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