Alto Music proudly presents this unique, standout, vintage-inspired modern showstopper. This early 60s-inspired Tele Custom (w/body binding) is meticulously crafted to deliver the vintage tone, feel, and vibe of the guitar that inspired British Blues/Rock giants like Beck, Clapton, and Page. The 2-piece Ash body is finished in period-correct Shell Pink Nitrocellulose lacquer, faded and weather-checked for the look of a Tele that’s worked for a living over 60-odd years. A tortoise ‘guard, relic bridge plate, control cavity cover, knurled knobs, and clay dot markers add to the aged early 60s look.

Much more than meets the eye, this 60s-inspired Tele has a few surprises in store for the player. To begin with, the AAA dark Rosewood slab board is inlaid with clay dot markers, which vintage enthusiasts would expect to find on a late 59-through 64 board—but the maple neck is countered with a deep “U'' carve found on early 50s Telecasters that starts at a chunky .900” (at the bone nut) up to .999” at the 12th fret. A matched pair of ’51 “No-Caster” pickups in the engine room delivers a bright edge and a sharp attack that sets the '60s reissue apart from the pack. Additionally, this stand-apart Tele sports a modern 9.5” fingerboard radius for deep bends and an unfinished “dirty neck” for fast, smooth playability.

This Fender Custom Shop 60s Shell Pink Relic Telecaster (Serial Number) R130957 weighs only 7lbs./4oz and comes with Fender Custom Brown Tolex side-pocket G&G HSC, COA, and Case Candy (60s Tele accessory kit)