{"product_id":"proper-pickguards-sotb-stratocaster-loaded-pickguard-equipped-w-proper-passive-mint-green-11-hole-copy","title":"Proper Pickguards \"The McCready\"  Loaded Stratocaster Pickguard Equipped W\/ Proper Passive—Eggshell 11-Hole","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Proper Pickguard is hand assembled in Cranston, Rhode Island using the finest components. This Eggshell 11-hole Stratocaster loaded pickguard comes equipped with our Proper Passive™ tone system and a set of Proper Pickups “The McCready” single coils. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper Passive™ is our proprietary passive Strat wiring platform designed around one idea: give players everything they need and nothing they don’t. No batteries. No gimmicks. No switches everywhere. Just an incredibly musical and responsive control layout that feels alive from 0–10. At lower settings, the system delivers warm, chewy, vocal tones with exceptional clarity and no mud. Wide open, it pushes into dynamic presence and attack while still retaining the natural character of the guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe real magic is in positions 2 and 4. Proper Passive™ was specifically tuned around the interaction of a RWRP middle pickup to create the most usable and dynamic in-between positions you’ll ever play on a Strat. Unlike traditional Strat wiring where 2 and 4 can feel thin or volume-dropped, Proper Passive™ keeps positions 2 and 4 balanced, full, and equally dynamic to positions 1, 3, and 5. It’s the gold standard for simple, elegant Strat wiring that works beautifully at home, in the studio, or on stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery loaded pickguard includes a premium Switchcraft or equivalent output jack, eleven mounting screws, and a full five-year warranty on all electronics. If you ever experience any issues, simply send the pickguard back to us and we’ll take care of it. Built with quality components throughout and designed to drop into most standard 11-hole Strat-style guitars. This fits in my Squier Debut shop guitar with no problem at all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper Passive™ tone system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper Pickups “The McCready” set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCTS\/Bourns premium matched electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium cloth wiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Switchcraft or equivalent output jack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes eleven mounting screws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully tested before shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: As with all Stratocaster-style pickguards, some guitars may require minor hole alignment adjustments depending on year and manufacturer. Professional installation is recommended if you are unfamiliar with soldering or guitar electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cranston Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48961805877499,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/9111\/0907\/files\/EC2A47D9-C348-46CB-8A86-DEC0F567F480.jpg?v=1781096198","url":"https:\/\/cranstonguitars.com\/products\/proper-pickguards-sotb-stratocaster-loaded-pickguard-equipped-w-proper-passive-mint-green-11-hole-copy","provider":"Cranston Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}