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Fender Custom Shop Time Machine 1952 Telecaster Relic Electric Guitar Black

Custom Shop Time Machine 1952 Telecaster Relic ยท #R14731
BrandFender
TypeElectric Guitars
Serial No.R14731
Part No.1550052806
Archive ID23430
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The Story

Custom Shop Time Machine 1952 Telecaster Relic Electric Guitar Black

The Telecaster was the first real "workhorse" electric guitar. This '52 Heavy Relic pays tribute to the innumerable Tele's wielded by axe-men for over 60 years. The traditional Ash body is finished in a classic Black finish with real vintage-style wear. The Nocaster-style "U" shaped Maple neck and fingerboard get the relic treatment as well, for an amazing, played-in feel. A modern 9.5" radius lets you play chords and soaring leads with ease. Custom Shop Nocaster single coils provide all the shimmer and twang you'd expect from a Tele, and the three-saddle bridge gives the guitar a real vintage vibe.

Includes: Hardshell Case, Certificate of Authenticity, Paperwork, Tremolo Arm, Strap, Cable, Setup Tools

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The Specifications

As it left The Music Zoo Tech Bench.
  • 7 lbs.
  • Relic Black Finish
  • Ash Body
  • Maple Neck and Fingerboard
  • 21 Narrow Jumbo Frets
  • 9.5" Radius
  • 25.5" Scale
  • 1.650" Nut Width
  • '52 Nocaster "U" Neck Shape
  • .900" Neck Profile at Nut
  • 1.000" Neck Profile at 12th Fret
  • Fender Nocaster Single Coil Pickups
  • 3-Way Switch
  • Vintage Style Three-Saddle Bridge
  • Vintage Style Tuners
  • Nickel/Chrome Hardware
  • Single-Ply White Pickguard

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