Key Features
- Relive the glory of vintage '53 Telecasters
- Hand-selected ash body for authentic feel and weight
- AA grade flame maple neck, planed into exact '54 Tele shape
- The epitome of Fender Custom Shop quality and prestige
- Timeless aesthetics provided by a vintage-inspired faded Nocaster blonde colour finish
SOLD Fender Custom Shop '53 Telecaster NOS, Nocaster Blonde #R131362 Overview
The Fender Custom Shop '53 Telecaster NOS, Nocaster is a mastercraft in vintage aesthetics and modern technology. This meticulously hand-built guitar is the apex of Fender's craftsmanship, taking you back through time and perfectly recreates brand new, off-the-shelf '53 Telecaster - just with a few updated tweaks! Fender's Custom Shop has added a sprinkling of updates to give you the best combination of past and present.
Its two-piece ash body is hand-selected for weight and grain to grant that correct 'classic' feel, while a gorgeous flame maple AA graded neck is planed into an exact '54 Tele shape to make you riff like the rockstars of the past. This Custom Tele switches things up with a compound radius fretboard, ranging from a chord-friendly 7.25" to a solo-ready 9.50" further up. Complete with modernised Twisted Tele and Original Blackguard pickups for a much hotter tone that retains the iconic Tele twang, the Custom Shop '53 Telecaster is an instrument that enthusiasts won't want to miss!
To protect this one-of-a-kind instrument, it comes included with a deluxe hardshell case so you can maintain its pristine presentation. What better way to expand your collection than with an instrument that captures the soul of the '50s
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionLegendary Custom Shop quality
The Fender Custom Shop is a testament of unparalleled excellence in the world of guitar making. It's a product of decades of relentless pursuit of perfection, reflecting an unwavering commitment to quality and exceptional craftsmanship. Its pedigree is unmistakable; it bears the hallmarks of an instrument that stands head and shoulders above the rest in terms of playability, design, and component selection.
Tasty Telecaster tones
Loaded with pickups that blend a modern output with classic design, Tele fans are getting the best of both worlds in this Custom Shop marvel. The Twisted Tele neck pickup and OBG bridge are both wound for a hotter voice than you'd find on an original '50s Tele, but they retain the original twang and sparkle which has made the Telecaster so adored.
Their extra output can compete with hard rock and heavy distortion, and remain articulate on cleaner songs for that bell-like chime. And with a Fat '50s control assembly shaping the pickup tones, you're guaranteed sonics which are punchy, powerful, and ready to break through any mix.
Updated playability and stability
The Fender Custom Shop '53 Telecaster offers you a totally unique playing experience. Its 1953 neck profile is shaped from AA grade flamed maple coated in a nitro lacquer for a grip that feels as smooth as silk.
On top, the maple is planed into a compound radius for an ergonomic playing experience. Ranging from the vintage 7.25" to a modern 9.5", it offers both a period-accurate feel without sacrifing lead playing and string bending further up the neck.
A legendary model remade
The original 1953 Telecaster is widely considered one of the most iconic electric guitars of all time. It was the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric guitar, and its simple yet elegant design revolutionised the music industry. The guitar's signature twangy sound has been heard on countless hit records and is synonymous with rock and roll. The '53 Telecaster is also known for its durability and reliability, making it a favourite among professional musicians.
Given the original Telecaster's significance, it's no surprise that Fender's Custom Shop has created the '53 Telecaster Time Capsule as a tribute to this legendary instrument. This remodelled Tele is an excellent tribute to the original instrument that has inspired generations of musicians and continues to do so today.
Made to measure protection
It's individual, unique, and custom made. There won't be another guitar like it, and Fender know it. So, to keep your pride and joy secure, there's a deluxe hardshell case included. This plush protection will get you to and from gigs while keeping the guitar in top condition. And for the collectors out there, it also comes with a certificate of authenticity so you'll have proof that it's the genuine article. Last but certainly not least, an included strap means you can don the Strat straight away. Get ready to rock.
Specifications
Body
- Finish Package: New Old Stock
- Plating: Chrome/Nickel Hardware
- Body Spread Guitar: Ash Off-Center 2PC
- Color: Nocaster Blonde
- Body Finish: Nitro Lacquer
- Sort for Light Weight: Yes
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Assembly: 53-55 Tele NOS
- Neck Finish: Med Tint Nitro Lacquer
- Neck Blank: Guitar Flame AA Qtr Sawn
- Truss Rod: 50's
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .940"
- Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .970"
- Neck Butt Width: 2.200"
- Nut: Bone (GTR & J-BASS)
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Standard Bridge Assembly Nocaster W/O P/U Gatton
- Bridge Position Pickup: HW OBG BRG NOS
- Output Assemblies: Vint Tele Control Assembly Fat 50's
- Control Knob(s): 52 Tele Knurled CHR
- Selector Switch Tip: AM Vint Tele
- String Sets for Guitar: 010-013-017-026-036-046
- Neck Position Pickup: HW Twisted Tele NK
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