{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-limited-edition-1959-telecaster-journeyman-relic-aged-olympic-white","title":"Fender Custom Shop 1959 Telecaster Journeyman Relic Aged Olympic White","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs-item product-specs-background\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fender Custom Shop\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/fendercustomshop.jpg?3049666775491753384\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"span8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e1959 was a notable year for Fender, as the company was growing and expanding while evolving on the fly.  For the Telecaster in particular, it was a big transitional year, the first where a rosewood fretboard was used.  While some players still prefer maple, many have grown to love the warmth that rosewood provides.  1959 also saw the neck profiles change and slimming down occurred.  That's where this amazing Fender Custom Shop 1959 Telecaster Journeyman Relic falls in.  \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA two-piece select alder body wears a Journeyman Relic Flashcoat lacquer finish, which is a very thin finish that allows the guitar to breath naturally.  We noticed right away how resonant it is, even unplugged.  The Flashcoat finish has become more an more popular over the last few years for Journeyman Relic's - it's thin, and expected to wear even more over the years.  We also went with the \"sort for lightweight\" upgrade, which is worth it - this guitar weight in at just 7.3 lbs.  If you're looking for a lightweight Tele, here it is!\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003eThe tinted rift-sawn maple neck features a super comfortable 60's Oval \"C” profile, but with a slightly thicker feel than normally found with that neck shape.  This one measures .810\" at the 1st fret fret (normally .790\") and .950\" at the 12th fret (normally .930\").  This is perfect for anyone that likes the 60's Oval \"C\" feel, but finds it slightly to thin (without wanting to go to a much thicker profile).  It's a great vintage styled profile, with the modern preference of 9.5” radius and Narrow Tall (6105) frets.    To add to the comfort and create the feel of a well worn-in guitar, we chose to have the back of the neck given a heavier treatment, with much of the finish removed.  This is something we're doing with a lot of our builds now - Journeyman Relic finishes on the whole guitar, but Heavy  Relic on the back of the neck.  We've received great feedback on it.\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003eHand-wound '58 pickups evoke the sounds the of the late 50's, with a great mix of twang and smoothness.  The enamel coated wire and Alnico 5 magnets with vintage stagger are period correct.  They're great for blues and rock but also clean up nicely - these very versatile for a variety of styles.  \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003eOther features include a period correct bridge, vintage-style tuning machines, bone nut and knurled chrome knobs. The guitar includes a deluxe hardshell case, strap and certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e \u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003eWe get a lot of Custom Shop Telecaster in here - they're all wonderful, but this one really stands out as a great player.  Come to Truetone Music to experience it today, or order right here right now.\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-specs-item-header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Time Machine™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart # 9231013207\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial # CZ585954\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.3 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Aged Olympic White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish:  Flashcoat Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish Package: Journeyman Relic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort for Lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: 2-Piece Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Rift Sawn Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTint: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Finish Note: Heavy Relic Back of Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Shape: 60's Oval \"C\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness 1st Fret: .810\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Thickness 12th Fret: .950\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1.650\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Butt Width: 2.200\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Flat Lam AAA Rosewood \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 9.5\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFret Size: Narrow Tall (6105)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadstock Thickness: 0.575\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 25.5\" (648 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition Inlays: Micarta White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide Dots: Micarta White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Vintage-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString Guide: American Vintage 56-58\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage 58-63 Tele\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch Tip: Top Hat\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Finish: Nickel\/Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Plate: 4-Bolt with Custom Shop Limited Edition Logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: 8 Hole 1-ply Parchment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Knobs: Knurled Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '58Tele\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'58\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTele\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring:  Modern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Accessories: Deluxe Hardshell Case, Strap and Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42274527903987,"sku":"00FCS237","price":4100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/1-Img28718.jpg?v=1754675473","url":"https:\/\/www.truetonemusic.mom\/products\/fender-custom-shop-limited-edition-1959-telecaster-journeyman-relic-aged-olympic-white","provider":"Truetone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}