Description
The Blonde Tele has been the symbol of rock 'n' roll since Fender's first solid-body electric guitar, and this Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster boasts the same vintage sound, charm, and style as those early-year models. Its Nocaster pickups, a nod to Fender's earliest creations, produce an incredible old-school twang that'll cut through any setting with clarity, articulation, and treble spank. Meanwhile, its neck has a nice, chunky feel that's great for classic rock riffin'. For guitarists chasing the legendary tones of yesteryear, this Telecaster is ready and waiting.
A 2-piece ash body meets a rift-sawn maple neck, creating that traditional Fender playing experience. You can expect a sweet, resonant tone from the ash body, coupled with a thick yet comfortable feel from the 1954 "U" shaped neck. This model sports a 7.25" - 9.5" compound-radius fingerboard, making it easier to perform chords in the lower register and solos at the higher frets.
The 1954 Telecaster is modeled after Fender's earliest productions, featuring a pair of hand-wound loaded '51 Nocaster pickups. These pickups are overwound for higher output, giving them that signature Tele twang and some extra 'oomph.' Both pickups are hooked up to Fat '50s wiring for a more traditional sound.
The Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster comes in a tweed hardshell case to match its early '50s aesthetic. Check it out today if you've been searching for a world-class Tele inspired by the iconic Fender Nocaster!
Weight: 7 lbs. 0.4 oz
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.97"
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.00"
Specs
Color: Nocaster Blonde
Body Finish: Flash Coat Lacquer
Finish Package: Time Capsule
Body Material: 2-piece Ash
Neck Material: Rift Sawn Maple
Neck Shape: 1954 "U"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" - 9.5" Compound
Inlays: 1/4" Micarta Black Dots
Side Dots: 3/32" Micarta Black
Frets: Medium Vintage
Nut: Bone
Nut Width: 1.625"
Neck Pickup: Hand-wound Loaded '51 Nocaster
Bridge Pickup: Hand-wound Loaded '51 Nocaster
Wiring: Fat '50s
Tuners: Vintage with Fender Logo
Control Knobs: '52 Knurled Chrome
Truss Rod: '50s
Hardware Plating: Chrome/Nickel
Case: Fender Strat/Tele Tweed Hardshell Case
SKU: 9236091066
