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The Fender Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster Relic, it doesn't get much better than this. It's gorgeous. In every way, this Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster oozes pure excellence. From its authentic Relic finish and Aged Nocaster Blonde paintwork to its addictive feel and scintillating sound, Fender have certainly delivered another outstanding model once again, and it needs to be experienced.
Encompassing all the traditional Fender character that gave the Tele its iconic status while boasting a design tailored for the modern performer, this Custom Shop 1961 Telecaster offers a truly flawless experience. Because their acclaimed Custom Shop have taken every step to resurrect the peak of Fender's classic design. So you can experience greatness at your fingertips. Calling all professionals with the dream of a 1950s Telecaster, you might have just struck guitar gold.
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Fender are proven specialists when it comes to pickup design. And the Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster demonstrates this to its full extent with a powerful duo of searing '50/'51 Blackguard single-coil pickups. Crafted from Alnico 3 magnets, your tone will sing with the true character of the early '50s era. A fat, punching mid-range and low-end will offer all the textured rhythms you require out of your playing. Not to mention the bright, snappy high frequencies - perfect for twanging cleans and searing solos alike. Its voice is vintage. But the Blackguard pickups excel on the modern stage, too. A three-way selector offers a range of voicings by bypassing the volume and tone controls for direct output. It's this distinctive wiring that produces the heritage tone with excellent clarity and articulation. All from just the authentic beauty of hand-wound design.
It's not enough to just sound '50s. It has to feel '50s, too. Luckily, Fender have ensured that every aspect of the Custom Shop 1951 Tele has the unique, vintage feel that guitarists crave in a Custom Shop model. A lightweight ash body lets players roam free on stage, along with a single-cutaway design for effortless access to the upper frets. Fender know better than anyone that a guitar should enhance creativity. And this Custom Shop model is certainly no exception. It's not just the body, though. A 10/56 ''V''-shaped neck fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, whilst providing authentic feel through its entirety. And its AA Flame Quartersawn Maple surface lets your hands soar across every inch of the guitar's fingerboard and perform every riff, chord, and solo with ultimate precision. It's almost addictive to play.
What makes a Fender Custom Shop guitar so special? There's an endless list of answers. But one of the most recognised features is the relic finishes. The 1951 Telecaster features a gorgeous Relic finish for that sought-after worn guitar look. Giving your guitar more character and personal style, the relic design simply demands audience attention. So you can be sure that every time you step on stage, it's all eyes on you. Everyone knows that a Fender Custom Shop is a rarity. And with the classic Aged Nocaster Blonde paintwork to top it off, it can be yours to showcase on stage.
An instrument of such individuality needs protecting. Which is why the Fender Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster comes with a deluxe hardshell case. Take your cherished instrument on the road, with the peace of mind that it will be in pristine condition every time you play. Preventing scratching, scraping, or any other damage to your guitar - the deluxe hardshell case makes transporting between venues simple and stress-free. No worries. No panic. Just the excitement of performance, the way it should be.
It needs no introduction. The Fender Custom Shop has been on the minds of musicians for decades now. Having a long legacy of quality craftsmanship and a reputation for making some of the best instruments in the world, it guarantees an exceptional playing experience. You can be sure that this instrument will live up to expectations - it's got all the hallmarks of a premium standard craft. Get ready for greatness.