Fender Josefina Handwound Troposphere Stratocaster Pickups

Masterfully Handwound for Ultimate Strat Tone

Developed in the Fender Custom Shop by master builder Paul Waller, the Troposphere Stratocaster pickups deliver sweet, dynamic tones with exceptional clarity. These underwound pickups provide increased headroom for crisp overdriven tones while maintaining the ability to clean up beautifully for delicate, expressive playing.

Each pickup is handwound by legendary artisan Josefina Campos, ensuring unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail. The set is calibrated for tonal balance, featuring ’50s-style formvar wire on the bridge, a reverse-wound/reverse-polarity middle pickup, and ’60s-style enamel wire on the neck pickup for a rich, dynamic range. Alnico 5 beveled magnets enhance articulation, while wax dipping prevents unwanted microphonics.

Perfect for vintage Strat purists and modern players alike, the Josefina Handwound Troposphere pickups provide a refined, authentic Fender sound with an unmatched level of responsiveness.

Features

• Handwound by Josefina Campos for superior craftsmanship and tonal clarity
• Underwound design enhances headroom and cleans up beautifully for dynamic playing
• Calibrated pickup set with a mix of ’50s formvar and ’60s enamel wire for tonal depth
• Alnico 5 beveled magnets for enhanced articulation and smooth response
• Reverse-wound/reverse-polarity middle pickup for hum-canceling in positions 2 and 4
• Wax-dipped for microphonic resistance and long-term durability
• Cloth-covered lead wires for a vintage-correct aesthetic

Specs

• Magnet Type: Alnico 5 beveled
• Wire Type:

  • Bridge: ’50s-style formvar
  • Middle: ’50s-style formvar (RWRP)
  • Neck: ’60s-style enamel

• DC Resistance:

  • Bridge: 5.37k
  • Middle: 5.52k (RWRP)
  • Neck: 5.4k

• Wax Dipped: Yes
• Lead Wires: Cloth-covered