FENDER USA Custom Shop Ltd '61 Reissue Telecaster Relic "Champagne" (2022)
FENDER USA Custom Shop Ltd '61 Reissue Telecaster Relic – Champagne Sparkle + Rosewood (2022) – Mint ConditionSpecifications:
- Model: Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition '61 Telecaster Reissue
- Year: 2022
- Finish: Aged Champagne Sparkle (Relic)
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Quartersawn Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Frets: 21 Narrow Tall
- Nut: Bone
- Neck Profile: .940" at 1st fret / .960" at 12th fret
- Pickups:
- Neck: Hand-Wired Twisted Tele
- Bridge: Hand-Wired Original Blackguard
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Switch
- Bridge: Vintage-Style
- Tuners: Vintage-Style
- Hardware: Nickel
- Case: Original Fender Hardshell Case
- Included Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity and Case Candy
Personal Thoughts:
This Limited Edition ’61 Telecaster Reissue in Champagne Sparkle is one of those guitars that looks just as incredible as it sounds. The sparkle finish has a rich, aged character thanks to Fender’s Relic treatment—subtle lacquer checking and tasteful wear give it that worn-in look without feeling overdone.
Playability is fantastic, with a very comfortable neck that fills the hand nicely—.940" at the first fret and .960" at the 12th gives you a vintage feel without being too chunky. Paired with the rosewood board and narrow tall frets, it plays fast and smooth, with great note definition.
Tone-wise, this thing covers serious ground. The Twisted Tele neck pickup is clear and punchy with almost Strat-like sparkle, while the Blackguard bridge pickup gives you that raw, biting Tele twang with loads of dynamic range.
This is a Custom Shop Tele that merges stage-ready looks with old-school mojo and modern finesse.
Condition Report:
This 2022 Telecaster is in mint condition, aside from the factory-applied Relic treatment. No additional wear or damage. Frets are unplayed, finish is pristine, and all hardware and electronics are in perfect working order.
Includes the original hardshell case, certificate of authenticity, and all case candy. A rare sparkle finish done right, with tone and feel to match the looks.