Fender 51 Nocaster Heavy Relic ANB
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51 Nocaster Heavy Relic ANB
Product Info
Article Number:
553094
Brand:
Fender
Model:
51 Nocaster Heavy Relic ANB
Category:
T Style Guitars
Price:
$6,598.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Nocaster is a serious throwback, built to nail that early Tele vibe. The ash body and Blackguard neck profile make for a fantastic playing experience, and the hand-wound pickups offer a sweet, biting tone. It’s a dream instrument for dedicated vintage Tele fans and players chasing a specific, raw sonic character.
Product Description
- Fender 51 Nocaster Heavy Relic ANB
- Electric Guitar
- Summer 2021 Favorites Custom Shop model
- 2-Piece selected ash body
- One-piece rift sawn maple neck
- Neck profile: 1950 Blackguard
- Vintage compound fretboard radius: 7.25" - 9.5"
- Bone nut
- 21 Medium vintage (47095) frets
- Pickups: 2 hand-wound '50/'51 Blackguard single coils
- '51 Modified Nocaster wiring with bridge/neck blend
- 3-Way switch
- Single layer pickguard made of black phenolic resin
- '51-'54 Tele bridge with barrel brass saddles
- Vintage style tuners
- Disc stringtree
- Finish: Heavy Relic
- Colour: Aged Nocaster Blonde
- Incl. Deluxe hardshell case
- strap and Certificate of Authenticity
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional ash body resonance delivers a woody, articulate tone.
- • The 1950 Blackguard neck profile is remarkably comfortable and authentic.
- • Hand-wound pickups capture a raw, '50s Telecaster bite and clarity.
- • Heavy Relic finish convincingly replicates a well-loved vintage instrument.
CONS
- • The 'Heavy Relic' aesthetic isn't for everyone; it's a very specific look.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more modern, pickup-flexible guitars.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
2-Piece Selected Ash
Neck Material
One-Piece Rift Sawn Maple
Fingerboard
Vintage Compound Radius (7.25" - 9.5")
Pickups
2 Hand-Wound '50/'51 Blackguard Single Coils
Scale Length
25.5"
Frets
21 Medium Vintage (47095)
Bridge
'51-'54 Tele with Barrel Brass Saddles
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The blend pot allows for a more nuanced tonal shaping, softening the bridge pickup's harshness and adding more warmth when combined with the neck pickup.
The finish is primarily cosmetic, but the thinner relic’d finish can subtly enhance resonance. It doesn't significantly alter playability, though some may prefer a cleaner feel.
Bone generally offers slightly improved sustain and clarity compared to synthetic materials, contributing to a more responsive and vibrant tone.
