Fender 52 Tele BTB Relic MN LH

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Fender 52 Tele BTB Relic MN LH

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52 Tele BTB Relic MN LH

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 604725
Brand: Fender
Model: 52 Tele BTB Relic MN LH
Price: $6,708.90

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This left-handed 52 Tele BTB Relic is a seriously gorgeous and well-played instrument. The combination of the ash body, vintage pickups, and comfortable neck profile delivers that classic Tele twang with a refined warmth. It's perfect for players seeking an authentic vintage Tele experience and appreciate the meticulous detail of a Custom Shop build.

Product Description

  • Fender 52 Tele BTB Relic MN LH
  • Electric Guitar
  • Left-handed model
  • Custom Shop model
  • Two-piece body: Ash
  • Neck: Plain Grain maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Neck profile: ´52 style "U"
  • 21 narrow tall frets
  • Pickups: Two Custom Shop hand-wound ‘51 Nocaster
  • Modern wiring
  • 1-ply black pickguard
  • Vintage bridge with brass saddles
  • Fender vintage machine heads
  • Nickel hardware
  • Finish: Relic
  • Colour: Butterscotch Blonde
  • Includes case and certificate
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Ash body provides excellent resonance and a balanced, articulate tone.
  • • ’52 style ‘U’ neck profile offers exceptional comfort and vintage feel.
  • • Custom Shop hand-wound pickups deliver a sweet, responsive Nocaster voice.
  • • Brass saddles on the vintage bridge enhance sustain and improve intonation.
CONS
  • • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to all players.
  • • The shorter 648mm scale length may feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.

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Key Features

Body Material Two-piece Ash
Neck Material Plain Grain Maple
Fingerboard Maple, 9.5" Radius
Pickups Two Custom Shop hand-wound ‘51 Nocaster
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 21 Narrow Tall
Bridge Vintage bridge with brass saddles
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The relicing is primarily cosmetic, though it can subtly affect the wood’s vibration. Generally, it doesn’t significantly impact playability or tone – the Custom Shop ensures excellent setup regardless.
They're meticulously crafted to replicate the original Nocaster pickups' character, aiming for that classic, slightly gritty, and articulate tone, but with improved consistency and reliability.
Left-handed instruments are naturally less common, so finding exact replacements might take a bit longer, but Fender's Custom Shop support and authorized repair network can handle most needs.

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