Blackie (guitar)
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Blackie is the nickname given by Eric Clapton to his favorite Fender Stratocaster.
Clapton with "Blackie" performing in 1978
The Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster is the signature model electric guitar of English guitarist Eric Clapton. It was the first signature model guitar released by Fender.
Blackie (guitar)
…in his guest appearance in The Last Waltz); finally, after the Behind The Sun tour in 1985, it was retired due to issues with the neck. In 1988, the Eric Clapton Stratocaster was released, according to Clapton's specifications; he began playing his new signature model shortly after. Blackie was seen again by the public for…
Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster 1988
Eric Clapton playing Blackie