One of the eight original founding Master Builders, Alan Hamel, crafted this unique Founders Design Sparkle Telecaster. It's inspired by the signature sparkle finishes that got him into the Fender Custom Shop. Only 30 units are made at the Fender Custom Shop in Corona, California, USA and sold at select dealers. This guitar features a Telecaster® body shape made of 2 - Piece Select Ash Alder Back and Top, with a Black Sparkle Burst color and a Gloss Polyurethane finish. The neck is Quartersawn Maple with a 10/56 'V' Back - Shape. It has a Maple fretboard with a 9.5' (241 mm) radius, 21 frets, and Black 5 - Point Star inlays. The pickups are Alan Hamel Custom Hand - Wound, and the bridge is a 3 - Saddle, Strings - Through - Body Tele® with Compensated Brass Saddles. It comes with a Clear Plexiglas pickguard with a painted black 'Halo' around the pickup route, Fender® USA strings, Gotoh® Vintage Style tuning machines, and Vintage - Style Chrome hardware.
Using this Fender Custom Shop guitar is a breeze. First, make sure the tuning machines are adjusted so your strings are in tune. Plug in your amplifier and start strumming. When you're not using it, keep it in a guitar case to protect it from dust and scratches. Clean the body with a soft, dry cloth regularly. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity as it can damage the wood and the finish. Check the strings often and replace them when they start to sound dull or feel rough. And if you're going to transport it, use a good quality guitar case with proper padding to prevent any damage.
