The Fender Custom Shop Nashville Telecaster Custom Relic rosewood fingerboard electric guitar pairs classic Tele style with versatile, expanded tonal capabilities. Designed for players who crave both vintage aesthetics and modern playability, this Custom Shop Telecaster features a 2-piece select lightweight ash body finished in a beautifully aged Relic nitro lacquer. The result is a guitar that looks like it's spent decades on the road, with finish checking, worn edges and a broken-in feel that makes this Tele hard to put down. Its quartersawn maple neck is carved into a comfortable '60s Oval C-shaped profile, topped with a stunning 3A rosewood fingerboard for warmth and smooth playability. Equipped with a versatile trio of Custom Shop pickups—Twisted Tele bridge and neck pickups with a Texas Special Strat middle pickup—this Nashville Telecaster delivers everything from classic Tele twang to Strat-inspired spank, making it an incredibly versatile workhorse for any gig.
Lightweight Ash Body With Relic Finish for Authentic Feel
This Custom Shop Tele's 2-piece select lightweight ash body offers a lively, resonant tone with a balanced midrange and punchy, articulate highs. Fender's Relic finish brings an authentic, road-worn look and feel, complete with finish checking, dings and scars that make this instrument feel like a decades-old club veteran. The guitar's thin nitrocellulose lacquer not only looks stunning but also allows the wood to breathe and resonate naturally, enhancing sustain and dynamic response. Each wear mark conjures visions of late-night honky-tonk gigs and dimly lit green rooms, creating a one-of-a-kind instrument that captures the spirit of a well-loved, hard-played Telecaster.
Quartersawn Maple Neck With 3A Rosewood Fingerboard
The neck of this custom Nashville Tele is crafted from quartersawn maple, ensuring durability and rock-solid stability. Its '60s Oval C-shaped profile is substantial yet comfortable—perfect for both chord work and lead runs. Topped with a luxurious 3A rosewood fingerboard, it offers a smooth, organic playing surface that enhances warmth and sustain. The compound radius (9.5" to 12") provides the best of both worlds—vintage comfort near the nut and a flatter, faster feel higher up the neck for bending and soloing. With 22 narrow tall frets and a bone nut, this neck combines vintage craftsmanship with modern precision for effortless playability.
Custom Shop Pickup Trio for Versatile Nashville Tones
Equipped with a unique trio of Custom Shop pickups, this Telecaster delivers an impressive range of tones. The Twisted Tele bridge pickup provides that signature Tele snap and bite, while the Texas Special Strat RWRP (reverse-wound, reverse-polarity) middle pickup adds Stratocaster-inspired quack and sparkle. The Twisted Tele neck pickup rounds things out with warm, full-bodied tones that stay clear and articulate. The 5-way switching unlocks everything from classic Tele twang to glassy in-between tones, making this Nashville Tele a true workhorse for country, rock, blues and beyond. Whether you're picking, strumming or digging in for solos, this setup gives you endless sonic flexibility.
Vintage Hardware With Modern Reliability
True to its vintage roots, this Nashville Telecaster Custom Relic sports a vintage-style Telecaster bridge, delivering classic twang and ultra-reliable tuning stability. Relic'd chrome/nickel hardware enhances the aged aesthetic while providing modern durability. The knurled chrome control knobs provide a solid, responsive feel, offering precise volume and tone adjustments. A bone nut ensures optimal string resonance and tuning stability, while the included deluxe hardshell case keeps your Custom Shop treasure protected. Every detail, from the worn finish to the period-correct hardware, ensures this Tele looks, sounds and feels like a lifelong companion, fresh out of the Custom Shop.
Retro Looks Meet Modern Performance
The Fender Custom Shop Nashville Telecaster Custom Relic rosewood fingerboard electric guitar is designed for musicians searching for a blend of vintage aesthetics and modern tonal flexibility. Its premium trio of Custom Shop pickups, compound radius fingerboard and road-tested finish make it a standout instrument for stage and studio use. Elevate your performance with this expertly crafted guitar that delivers both style and substance.