The Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS is where vintage charm meets modern playability. This guitar is a nod to the timeless Telecaster design, reimagined for today's discerning musician. Built with a lightweight ash body, it effortlessly delivers those iconic Tele tones—jangly, smooth, and sparkling, with a distinct bite that cuts through any mix. Twisted Tele pickups provide a hotter, brighter sound, borrowing their design from Fender's Jazz Bass pickups for a unique tonal experience. The Greasebucket tone circuit allows you to roll off highs without sacrificing gain, maintaining clarity and punch at any volume.

The quartersawn maple neck offers exceptional stability and playability, featuring a compound-radius fingerboard that transitions from 9.5" to 12", ensuring comfort whether you're strumming chords or bending notes high up the neck. Vintage tuners and a period-correct nitrocellulose lacquer finish complete its stunning look, making it almost indistinguishable from its classic predecessors.

This Telecaster isn’t just about looks—it’s built for performance. From the contoured heel for easier access to higher frets, to the medium jumbo frets that cater to fast playing, every detail is crafted to enhance your playing experience. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS is your ticket to legendary sound with modern reliability.

Key Features:

• Lightweight ash body for comfort and resonance
• Twisted Tele pickups for a hot, bright sound
• Greasebucket tone circuit to maintain gain while rolling off highs
• Quartersawn maple neck for stability
• Compound-radius (9.5"-12") maple fingerboard with 6105 frets
• Vintage tuners and nitrocellulose lacquer finish
• Includes a black textured vinyl hard-shell case

Product specs

FAQs

What is the neck profile of the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS?

The Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS features a "Modern C" neck profile, providing a comfortable and versatile feel suitable for a variety of playing styles.

Are the pickups on the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS suitable for blues music?

Yes, the pickups on this Telecaster are designed to deliver a vintage-inspired tone with clarity and warmth, making them well-suited for blues and other genres that require expressive dynamics.

Is the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS a good choice for advanced players?

Absolutely, this guitar is crafted with high-quality materials and precision by Fender's Custom Shop, offering advanced players exceptional playability and tonal versatility.

Does the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS have a nitrocellulose finish?

Yes, the NOS (New Old Stock) designation indicates that this Telecaster features a nitrocellulose lacquer finish, which provides a vintage look and allows the wood to resonate more naturally.

What type of bridge does the Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster NOS have?

This guitar is equipped with a traditional string-through-body bridge, which enhances sustain and tuning stability, characteristic of classic Telecaster models.