Fender Campbell Red Dog TELE MN RDR

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Fender Campbell Red Dog TELE MN RDR

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Campbell Red Dog TELE MN RDR

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Product Info

Article Number: 609404
Brand: Fender
Model: Campbell Red Dog TELE MN RDR
Price: $3,408.90

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Mike Campbell really knocked it out of the park with this Tele. It's got that classic Tele twang but with a serious edge thanks to the Red Dog pickups and the 'Destruct' boost—perfect for players who love a bit of grit and versatility. A premium-priced instrument, but the unique voice and playability make it a compelling option for serious players.

Product Description

  • Fender Campbell Red Dog TELE MN RDR
  • Electric Guitar
  • Mike Campbell (Fleetwood Mac) signature model
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Black dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fingerboard radius: 184
  • 1 mm (7.25")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 40.6 mm (1.60")
  • Bone nut
  • Neck profile: '70s "C"
  • 21 Vintage frets
  • Pickup: 1 Mike Campbell Red Dog Telecaster Single Coil (bridge)
  • 1 Mike Campbell Red Dog Middle (middle) and 1 Mike Campbell Red Dog Neck (neck) Humbucker
  • Controls: Master Volume
  • Master Tone
  • 5-Way switch
  • "Destruct" button
  • Push-push button on control plate activates ‘Destruct’ boost circuit
  • 3-Ply parchment pickguard
  • Fender/Bigsby B5 tremolo and tailpiece
  • Fender vintage "F" stamped machine heads
  • Heirloom nickel/chrome hardware
  • Strings: Nickel Plated Steel .010 - .046
  • Colour: Red Dog Red
  • Includes custom vintage-style case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Red Dog pickups deliver a unique blend of clarity and thick, creamy overdrive.
  • • The '70s 'C' neck profile offers comfortable playability for a wide range of players.
  • • Bigsby tremolo adds expressive vibrato capabilities without sacrificing tuning stability.
CONS
  • • The 7.25” radius fingerboard might feel a little dated for players used to modern profiles.
  • • Alder body construction can make it a bit heavier than guitars with lighter woods.
  • • The 'Destruct' boost, while fun, might be too aggressive for some playing styles.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups Mike Campbell Red Dog Single Coil (Bridge), Red Dog Middle, Red Dog Humbucker (Neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 21 Vintage
Bridge Fender/Bigsby B5 Tremolo and Tailpiece
Weight 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s significantly hotter and fatter than a standard Tele neck pickup, adding a more modern, rock-oriented character while retaining some of the Tele’s clarity.
It’s a noticeable boost, but it’s designed to be musical and controllable with the volume knob; it’s not a simple on/off switch that just cranks the volume.
The Fender/Bigsby collaboration is well-regarded; it's a robust system, but like all tremolos, requires proper setup and occasional maintenance to keep it functioning smoothly.

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