Fender Fender Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster - Journeyman Relic Aged Nocaster Blonde

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Fender Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster Journeyman Relic – Aged Nocaster Blonde – In Stock – Includes Deluxe Hardshell Case, Strap & Certificate of Authenticity Now in stock in Bussum, The Netherlands. A stunning recreation of one of the most important transitional Telecasters ever built, this Fender Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster Journeyman Relic captures the unmistakable spirit of the earliest Blackguard-era instruments while delivering exceptional modern playability. Supplied complete with the original Fender Custom Shop Deluxe Hardshell Case, Custom Shop guitar strap, Certificate of Authenticity, professional setup, service, warranty, and one complimentary setup within the first year after purchase. A Rare Tribute to an Historic Year Early 1954 marked the end of an era for Fender. It was the final production period for the iconic single-ply black phenolic pickguard on the famous Nocaster Blonde finish before the introduction of the white ABS pickguard that accompanied the arrival of the Stratocaster later that year. This Custom Shop Time Machine model faithfully recreates that important moment in Fender history. The lightweight two-piece Select Ash body features an authentic offset seam and delivers the lively resonance, snap, and dynamic response that made the original Blackguard Telecasters legendary. The one-piece Rift Sawn Maple neck is carved to the substantial 1954 "U" profile, offering an authentic vintage feel while the 7.25"–9.5" Vintage Compound Radius provides classic comfort with effortless modern playability. Hand-Wound Custom Shop Tone At the heart of this exceptional instrument is a matched set of Custom Shop Hand-Wound Loaded '51 Nocaster® pickups. Expect everything that defines a great early-'50s Telecaster: Brilliant clarity Classic Blackguard twang Rich harmonic complexity Outstanding note definition Powerful dynamic response Incredible touch sensitivity Whether clean or driven, these pickups deliver the unmistakable sound that has shaped countless re