Fender Telecaster Deluxe Bigsby

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Step into a world of classic tone and modern playability with the Fender Telecaster Deluxe Bigsby, a standout in the realm of solid body electric guitars. This instrument effortlessly marries vintage flair with contemporary features, designed for musicians who crave both style and substance. The Telecaster Deluxe is renowned for its versatility, making it a favorite among seasoned pros and aspiring rockstars alike.

At its core, this guitar boasts a pair of Vintage Noiseless™ pickups, delivering a crisp and articulate sound while minimizing the unwanted hum. The inclusion of the Bigsby vibrato tailpiece adds a touch of expressive freedom, allowing for smooth pitch bends and shimmering chord sustains. Whether you’re diving into blues, rock, or jazz, this Telecaster adapts seamlessly to a variety of genres, ensuring your performance stands out.

Crafted with precision, the alder body provides a balanced resonance, while the maple neck, with its comfortable "C" shape profile, ensures smooth playability for hours on end. The 21 medium jumbo frets and a 9.5-inch radius fingerboard offer a comfortable playing experience, facilitating effortless chord transitions and solos.

For those who demand reliability alongside their creativity, the Fender Telecaster Deluxe Bigsby is a robust companion that delivers both exceptional sound and an iconic aesthetic.

Key Features:

Vintage Noiseless™ pickups for clear, hum-free sound
Bigsby vibrato tailpiece for expressive pitch control
Alder body for balanced tone
Maple neck with "C" shape profile
21 medium jumbo frets for comfortable playability
9.5-inch radius fingerboard for smooth transitions

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Telecaster Deluxe Bigsby.

Mods and upgrades

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The B5 and B50 Bigsby models are viable options; consider a Callaham Vintage bridge with a scalloped back for optimal setup.
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Dual adjusting saddles are recommended for easier intonation adjustments post-Bigsby installation.
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Comparisons

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The Schecter PT Fastback 2 is similar to a Telecaster Deluxe with a built-in Bigsby, available in red and green.
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A Mustang bridge can be installed on a Bigsby-equipped Tele to restore traditional Tele twang.
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Features and functionality

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The Fender 86 model Bigsby fits without needing a bridge plate, simplifying installation.
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The Vibramate bridge allows for installation without drilling, but it only fits vintage-spec Teles with a 4-hole bridge.
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Setup and maintenance

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Changing strings on a Bigsby-equipped Tele can be challenging; consider installing locking tuners to simplify the process.
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User experience

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The Bigsby B5 may alter the tone slightly, affecting the bridge pickup, making it less ideal for chicken pickin' but excellent for rock.
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Despite concerns, pedal steel licks can still be performed without detuning other strings on a Bigsby-equipped Tele.
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4.5 out of 5

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peasinafookinpod420

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over 6 years ago

great

used on "Demonic Bear of the East". great guitar. I modified it with a killswitch (because that song is quite the heavy killswitched song), in/out of phase switching (because that song is recorded and performed live in out of phase mode).

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Jamie Cook

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Arctic Monkeys

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Jamie Cook uses a Deluxe Fender Telecaster with a Bigsby tremolo system.

Mac Miller

Singer, Guitarist

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"I don't know what I'm doing, ok, but I've seen people do this before, and it's tight." Mac says this in the video around 6:58. He also goes on to solo behind his head at 40:50, so I would say he knows his way around the guitar.

Ellie Rowsell

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Wolf Alice

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Foto, as seen in gigs

Mauricio Durán

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Los Bunkers

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Mauricio acquired this guitar in the USA for live concerts, and used it from 2009 to 2012, using it again occasionally for some concerts in Mexico in 2023