If you're looking to inject some serious Texas swagger into your Telecaster, the Texas Special Tele pickups are your secret weapon. These pickups, crafted in the Fender Custom Shop, deliver a potent blend of razor-sharp attack and elevated output, making them a go-to choice for Tele enthusiasts who crave that iconic twang with a modern edge.

The bridge pickup is engineered with height-staggered Alnico V magnets and a copper-plated steel bottom plate, boosting output, presence, and midrange so your riffs can cut through any mix. Meanwhile, the neck pickup, with its nickel silver cover, offers a clear, warm tone that enhances your expressive playing style. Together, they create a dynamic duo that's as versatile as Texas itself, handling everything from Merle Haggard tunes to heavier, more aggressive sounds.

Designed as a set of two, these pickups are the same ones found in the James Burton Standard and Merle Haggard Tribute Telecasters, ensuring you're in good company. So whether you're strumming in the studio or shredding on stage, these pickups will give your Tele the voice it deserves.

Key Features:

• Set of two Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Tele single coils
• Alnico V magnets with enamel-coated magnet wire
• Bridge pickup: Height-staggered magnets with copper-plated steel bottom plate
• Neck pickup: Nickel silver cover for clear, warm tone
• Bridge pickup resistance: 10.5 kOhm; inductance: 3.95 Henries
• Neck pickup resistance: 9.5 kOhm; inductance: 3.3 Henries
• Known for loud Tele-Twang with versatile distortion capabilities
• Recommended for use with Fender's 4-way pickup circuit for expanded tonal options

Product specs

FAQs

What type of tone can I expect from the Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Telecaster Pickups?

These pickups are known for their high-output, vintage-style tone with a pronounced midrange, crisp highs, and tight bass, making them ideal for blues and rock music.

Are the Texas Special Tele pickups suitable for both neck and bridge positions?

Yes, the Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Telecaster Pickup Set includes pickups specifically designed for both neck and bridge positions, ensuring a balanced and versatile sound.

Do the Texas Special Tele pickups work with a standard Telecaster guitar?

Yes, these pickups are designed specifically for Telecaster guitars and can be installed in most standard Telecaster models for an enhanced vintage sound.

Are the Texas Special Tele pickups hum-free?

No, these pickups are not stacked and do not feature a hum-canceling design, so some single-coil hum may be present.

What kind of wiring do the Texas Special Tele pickups use?

The Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Telecaster Pickups use a 2-conductor wiring system, offering straightforward installation and reliable performance.