{"product_id":"fender-custom-shop-masterbuilt-paul-waller-cabronita-telecaster-journeyman-relic-gretsch-orange","title":"Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt Paul Waller Cabronita Telecaster Journeyman Relic Transparent Gretsch Orange","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMasterbuilt Paul Waller Cabronita Tele\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruetone Music is proud to have a long and close relationship with Fender, especially with the Custom Shop.  Every so often, we make a pilgrimage there to sit down with Masterbuilders to cook up a batch of amazing guitars.  Sometimes we go for vintage-styled recreations, sometimes we go for modernized tweaks.  Sometimes it's a classic color, sometimes it's a totally new color or even reclaimed wood.  No matter what, they always knock it out of the park!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis very unique Cabronita Tele is a result of this partnership.  In 2019, we met with Masterbuilder Paul Waller and came up with the idea for this guitar.  We specifically asked him what he was interested in doing and worked on the design together.  That was the genesis of this unbelievably awesome guitar.  The first one we had sold incredibly quick, so we had to do it again - this is now the second iteration (after waiting a few years for it - Paul Waller has a long wait due to popularity).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the first things you'll notice, of course, is that this is not a normal Telecaster.  It's a Cabronita, a version of Fender's original design, which debuted about a decade ago.  The traditional Tele pickups are gone, replaced by TV Jones pickups.  Along with that, the old school Tele bridge is replaced by a custom made smaller bridge, as seen years ago on the GE Smith Tele.  Also, the guitar has a custom Cabronita pickguard instead of what you would normally see on a regular Tele.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou'll also notice the color: Gretsch Orange.  Given that this Fender guitar has a lot of Gretsch characteristics with it, we felt this was the most fitting color for it.  It's a transparent finish, so the wood grain of the ash really shows.  The white nitro binding also really stands out, adding a very cool aesthetic to the guitar.  We chose to do this one as a Journeyman Relic, and Paul nailed it (of course he did!).  It has the look and feel of a guitar that has been around for decades as a workhorse, but also well taken care of but not thrashed upon.  So, you get finish checking, aging and fading of the hardware, and some small nicks\/dings, but no serious wear.  We also chose gold hardware for this one, to add to the \"Gretsch-ness\" of it.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe really didn't know what the outcome would be when originally spec'ing it out, but couldn't be happier with the result.  It's truly unique.  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe neck is amazing too, being made from a sturdy piece of rift sawn maple with a Bi-Flex truss rod inside.  It has all of the feel \u0026amp; comfort you would expect from a masterbuilt instrument, especially with the 51 \"U\" neck shape.  Paul really does amazing work with the fine details on a neck, from the perfectly seated frets, rolled edges and overall playability.  Right off the bat, it's one of the best playing necks of any guitar we have here.  It's topped with a AAA Rosewood fretboard that has a 9.5\" radius and Narrow Tall (6105) frets.  This makes it extremely easy to play, even up high on the neck when bending notes.  As added touch, we went with a painted head cap and Gretsch-style thumbnail inlays, to make it even more unique.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor the pickups, we entirely went with Paul's suggestions.  Here's what they are:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck: TV Jones Classic Plus  -  This bigger, badder, older sibling to the TV Classic that packs a mighty punch and more attitude. Using thinner gauge wire, it saturates quicker with punchy mids but keeps that \"Classic\" Filter'Tron vibe with a slightly rounder top-end and a touch more output. Many players wish for a Filter'Tron that has \"more\" to it's sound...this pickup fills that need very well. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBridge: TV Jones Powertron  -  Born out of the desire to create a pickup that has the character of a PAF-style humbucker yet retains the essence of a Filter'Tron. Larger bobbins, standard HB sized wire, and more windings create a badder, gnarlier older brother to the TV Classic (and TV Classic Plus).  Mixing the vintage tone of a golden-age PAF with the rockabilly twang of a late-'50s Filter'Tron, it has a full body and a clear top end that is naturally dynamic. Digging in reveals a chunky low-end breakup paired with a barky top-end grit that sounds amazing through a tube amp. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis guitar has all of the mojo of a vintage instrument, with a serious twist.  It comes with a special blonde hardshell case, strap and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaul Waller is a Southern California native with woodworking in his blood. He built his first guitar at age 14 in his high school woodshop, and after graduating from the acclaimed Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery in 2000, joined Fender in 2003. He spent two years working closely with master arch-top craftsman Bob Benedetto, and became steeped in the many facets of building techniques from all the Custom Shop’s Master Builders. After an extensive seven-year apprenticeship, Waller became a Master Builder in 2010.  Since then, his work has become known all over the world, and is responsible for some of the most prestigious and recognizable guitars to come from Fender.  We've been fortunate enough to receive a few of them, including the famed 9-Neck guitar in 2018.  Not only are Waller's talents amazing, he is also a pleasure to work with, and we're always happy to partner with him on designing unique guitars like this '63 Strat HSS with a humbucker created by the master himself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Masterbuilt instrument is like no other, and this is truly a one of a kind.  Come to Truetone Music to experience it today, or make it yours right here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSerial # PW563\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 7.7 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModel# 9211002711\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinish Package: Journeyman Relic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinish: Nitro Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColor: Gretsch Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBody: Ash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck: Rift Sawn Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Shape: 51 \"U\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFretboard: AAA Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFretwire: 6105 Narrow Tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRadius: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Nut Width: 1.650\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Thickness at 1st Fret:  .950\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Thickness at 12th Fret:  1.00\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Butt Width: 2.200\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePickguard: Custom Single Ply Acrylic Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Pickup: TV Jones Classic Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBridge Pickup:  TV Jones Powertron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBone Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTuners: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eString Guide: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBridge: Custom GE Smith Tele \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeck Plate: Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack Plate: Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwitch: 3 way toggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCase: Custom Shop Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43447072882931,"sku":"00FCS298","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/1-DSCF1625.jpg?v=1722364354","url":"https:\/\/www.truetonemusic.mom\/products\/fender-custom-shop-masterbuilt-paul-waller-cabronita-telecaster-journeyman-relic-gretsch-orange","provider":"Truetone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}