The Fender Custom Shop's '52 Telecaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar pays homage to its namesake year, boasting a host of upgraded features. It comes with a two - piece select ash body, a rift sawn maple neck, and a one - piece maple fingerboard adorned with Micarta black dot inlays. Powered by Custom Shop hand - wound '50/'51 Blackguard pickups and equipped with a 3 - way pickup switch and vintage - style tuners, this guitar offers an outstanding sound. The guitar's specifications include a Telecaster body shape, nitrocellulose lacquer finish, 1957 Soft 'V' neck profile, 9.5 - inch fretboard radius, 25.5 - inch scale length, 21 narrow tall frets, and more. It also comes with a 3 - saddle vintage style Tele bridge, 3 - ply black pickguard, Fender USA 250R nickel - plated steel strings, vintage - style tuning machines, and a nickel/chrome hardware finish. You'll get a Fender Custom Tweed Style Case, along with a Fender Custom Shop leather strap, picks, and a certificate of authenticity.
Using this Fender Custom Shop 52 Telecaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, make sure your guitar is in tune using the vintage - style tuners. Plug it into an amplifier and use the 3 - way pickup switch to choose different tones. You can play it with the included picks or your fingers for a softer sound. When not in use, keep it in the Fender Custom Tweed Style Case to protect it from dust and damage. For maintenance, wipe the body with a soft, dry cloth regularly to keep the nitrocellulose lacquer finish looking good. Check the strings often and replace them when they start to sound dull. If you notice any issues with the frets or hardware, it's best to take it to a professional guitar technician.
