SKU: 12215159561

Winners - Nile Rodgers Hitmaker Tribute

Sale price$1012.50 Regular price$1125.00
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 13 - Jul 18

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Winners - Nile Rodgers Hitmaker TributeOur Nile Rodgers Hitmaker Tribute is a painstakingly recreated version of that most famous of guitars. Wielded by a legend in the music industry, Nile himself stated that the Hitmaker was described as the 'two billion dollar guitar', such were the amount of hit records it's appeared on. Now, you can own this accurate replica for a fraction of the price it cost to put it together! About Nile Rodgers From Rodgers' original band Chic to David Bowie's

Our Nile Rodgers Hitmaker Tribute is a painstakingly recreated version of that most famous of guitars. Wielded by a legend in the music industry, Nile himself stated that the Hitmaker was described as the 'two billion dollar guitar', such were the amount of hit records it's appeared on. Now, you can own this accurate replica for a fraction of the price it cost to put it together!

About Nile Rodgers

From Rodgers' original band Chic to David Bowie's 'Let's Dance' album, Nile's percussive funk guitar has been the core sound of many music genre's since the 70s. It's not just older styles of music either, this guitar featured on modern hits like Daft Punk's 'Get Lucky' and Avicii's 'Lay Me Down'. The Hitmaker also became a defining sound in hip hop, largely thanks to newer artists sampling classic 70s funk tunes, such as in the Sugarhill Gang's massively influential 'Rapper's Delight'.

The Story of the Hitmaker

Nile picked up his original guitar on a trade-in at a music store in Miami beach and being a huge fan of Jimi Hendrix, opted to strip down and repaint his newest acquisition in the famous Olympic White finish. He added a chrome-plated brass scratchplate, allowing him to light up his audience by reflecting the stage lights back at them. He also got rid of the knurled Strat controls, putting speed knobs on to allow him quicker access for volume swells. He didn't know at the time that this instrument would go on to appear on so many hit records, but Nile believes that it's these modifications that give this guitar its distinctive tone.

Alder Body

The Alder body is one of our own, and has been accurately relic'd to mimic the exact look of Nile's road worn original. Compare it to any pictures of the original and trust us, you'll find it hard to tell the difference! We made sure that the relic was as close to the original as it could possibly be, and it was done by an local expert in relicing guitars, including the neck and all hardware.

Maple Neck

This licensed Fender neck features a maple neck and fretboard, mirroring the same setup Nile uses on his own guitar. It started life with a regular 'C' profile, but has been sanded down to a slim 'C' to match the style of neck on Nile's original. The slim profile ensures those 7th chords are easy to fret and rapid fire single string funk-lines feel effortless. Thanks to being hand rubbed down, the back of neck will feel instantly comfortable from the moment you pick it up, ready to slam dunk the funk.

Custom Shop '69 Pickups

Featuring a trio of Fender Custom Shop '69 Pickups, this guitar has the exact same voicing that has made its mark on so much of music history. Switch this guitar to the neck position and you'll instantly get that iconic Nile Rodgers tone, full of warmth yet punchy and articulate. Nile would frequently augment the core neck pickup sound on his records with the other positions, particularly the 'quack' of positions two and four on the pickup selector. This guitar isn't a one trick pony though, it's easily capable of everything from clean Jazz tones to gritty hard rock riffing.

Hardware

Unusually for a Strat-style guitar, the Hitmaker Tribute fields a hardtail bridge with six stamped steel saddles. The hardtail enhances sustain thanks to increased contact with body, allowing for easy action and intonation adjustments. At the other end of the guitar you have a set of Sperzel locking tuners, ensuring that no matter how hard you whip out the funk this guitar will stay perfectly in tune.

The Nile Rodgers Hitmaker is as true a tribute to one of music history's greatest guitars as you'll find anywhere, even those coming out of a certain Custom Shop. With no expense being spared in the construction of it, everything is period correct and spec'd exactly how Nile has his own guitar, making this your chance to get your hands on your own bit of music history. Best of all, it can be yours for a fraction of it's actual cost thanks to Northwest Guitars Competitions!

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 12215159561

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.4 ★★★★★
Based on 816 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
S
Verified Purchase
S. Bateman
Phoenix, US
★★★★★ 5
A Really Good Product
Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz.
This is the best black vinyl restorer I've used. Some products don't dry completely and run with the first rain, leaving streaks that are unsightly. It restore blackness that lasts.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2026
P
Verified Purchase
Patti
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
Great product
Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz., Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz.
This makes my 15 year-old car look brand new… And in my experience, it lasts for several months before it needs re-application. Super easy… Just make sure the car surface is very clean and very dry and there won’t be any rain within a day or so.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2026
P
Verified Purchase
Pope of Beaufort
Fort Morgan, US
★★★★★ 3
Not long lasting
Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz.
Works well but might need multiple coats to get to shinny. Not long lasting.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026
D
Verified Purchase
DavidnKy
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Time will tell
Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz., Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz.
I sprayed off the shutters before using. Then applied the product. It’s a thicker, white liquid. (Think lotion) it applied easily and dried quickly since it was being absorbed into the plastic shutters and aluminum windows; mine were very ‘thirsty’ from being in the direct afternoon sunlight. I like how I didn’t have to worry if one part rcvd more product than another. It blended easily. I think it looks good, but so did using other products over the years. I was told by a neighbor that this was the best product to use on them and other plastics. Time will tell if it holds up.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2026
L
Verified Purchase
Lovin’ life
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
Works great
Style: Trim & Plastic Restorer, 12 fl. oz.
This shined up my car really well, looks like new!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2026

recommand products