Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Blackguard Telecaster Thinline Relic Electric Guitar Wide Fade 2-Color Sunburst

The Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Blackguard Thinline Relic electric guitar captures the magic of a hard-gigging 1950s Telecaster straight out of Fender´s legendary Custom Shop. From its road-worn lacquer finish to its vintage-spec´d construction and custom-wound pickups, this Tele transports you to the golden era of twang while retaining all the playability of a modern instrument.

Relic´d for Instant Heirloom Vibe

Like a cherished Tele that´s been a constant companion for decades, the Blackguard Thinline Relic boasts a heavy-aged nitrocellulose lacquer finish loaded with authentic wear marks and character. The one-piece quartersawn maple neck has been broken in with a smooth, resonant playing feel. Even the hardware has been aged to perfection. Plug it in and you´ll swear this guitar has been waiting in the wings since the ´50s.

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As a limited Custom Shop masterpiece, this Blackguard Thinline Relic leaves nothing to be desired. The two-piece select ash body is lightweight and resonant, while the quartersawn maple neck with AA flame figuring is a premium touch. A black phenolic pickguard, knurled chrome knobs and nickel hardware complete the vintage-inspired aesthetic. And of course, it ships in a deluxe hardshell case with a strap and certificate of authenticity.

Custom Shop Pickups Deliver Pure Vintage Twang

At the heart of this Tele´s magic are two hand-wound "Blackguard" pickups crafted by Fender´s esteemed pickup winders. The bridge pickup delivers that classic glassy Tele quack and snarl that defined so many iconic tones. The Blackguard neck pickup serves up a warmer, thicker voice while retaining the percussive attack that single-coils are known for. With these Custom Shop pickups, you´ll effortlessly tap into the raw, visceral tones that put the Telecaster on the map.

Vintage-Spec´d for Authentic ´50s Feel and Resonance

This Tele leaves no detail overlooked in recreating the vibe of a ´50s classic. The one-piece maple neck sports a vintage-style truss rod for unbeatable sustain and a bone nut for enhanced resonance. The 21 vintage-tall frets make string bends effortless. Down to the strings-through-body bridge with brass saddles, this guitar is a master class in vintage Tele DNA. Even the controls are period-correct with a 3-way blade switch and master volume and tone.