Fender 60 Tele Bigsby Rel AB
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Fender
60 Tele Bigsby Rel AB
Product Info
Article Number:
600989
Brand:
Fender
Model:
60 Tele Bigsby Rel AB
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$7,038.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously cool and unusual Tele – Fender really went for it here. The ash body and those custom pickups give it a unique voice, and the Bigsby adds a whole new dimension to its vibe. It's ideal for players who want a vintage-inspired Tele with a touch of something different, and the money reflects the custom shop build quality.
Product Description
- Fender LTD '60 Tele Bigsby Rel AB
- Electric Guitar
- Limited Edition
- Custom Shop Model
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: AAA flamed rosewood
- Neck profile: '60s Oval "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.49")
- Pickups: 1 Custom Shop Hand-Wound Original Blackguard Single Coil Tele (bridge) and 1 Custom Shop Hand-Wound Flat Magnet Jazzmaster (neck)
- Electronics: Fat '50s Tele
- 3-Way switch
- Single-ply black plastic pickguard
- RSD Jaguar/Jazzmaster Steg & Bigsby B5 Vibrato Tailpiece
- Nickel hardware
- Color: Aged Black
- Includes strap
- certificate and case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ash body delivers bright, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Custom Shop pickups offer a unique blend of Tele twang and Jazzmaster warmth.
- • ’60s Oval ‘C’ neck profile provides exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Bigsby B5 adds expressive vibrato without sacrificing Tele’s core character.
CONS
- • Ash bodies can be prone to finish checking with age and temperature changes.
- • The Jazzmaster pickup pairing may limit appeal for strict Tele purists.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
AAA Flamed Rosewood
Pickups
Custom Shop Hand-Wound Original Blackguard Tele (bridge) & Flat Magnet Jazzmaster (neck)
Scale Length
25.5"
Frets
22 Vintage-Style
Bridge
RSD Jaguar/Jazzmaster Style Tremolo Tailpiece with Bigsby B5 Vibrato
Weight
8.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It mellows the high-end bite and adds a smoother, rounder tone, especially in the neck position – still recognizable as a Tele, just with added complexity.
Yes, it's very responsive to light touch; the Bigsby B5 is known for its ease of use and smooth action, allowing for subtle tremolo effects.
Ash is naturally porous, so some finish checking is likely over time, especially with temperature fluctuations; it’s part of the aging process and can add character.
