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Fender Jason Isbell Tele Pickup-Set

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Fender Jason Isbell Tele Pickup-Set

Fender

Jason Isbell Tele Pickup-Set

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Product Info

Article Number: 598318
Brand: Fender
Model: Jason Isbell Tele Pickup-Set
Category: Single Coil Pickups
Price: $125.40

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These Jason Isbell Tele pickups are a fantastic choice if you're chasing that authentic, slightly gritty Tele tone. They’ve got a lovely clarity and responsiveness, perfect for Americana, roots rock, or just a classic, versatile sound. Ideal for players who appreciate vintage aesthetics and a balanced, dynamic feel.

Product Description

  • Fender Jason Isbell Tele Pickup-Set
  • Set of Pickups for Electric Guitar
  • Jason Isbell Signature Model
  • Two single coils
  • For T-Style models
  • Vintage output
  • Magnet material: Alnico 5 for more focus and optimised dynamics
  • Plain lacquer finish wire
  • Staggered bridge pickup with Formvar magnetic wire for more transparency and clarity
  • Waxed
  • Finish: Light Road Worn
  • Colour: Black / Chrome
  • Including installation accessories
PROS
  • • Alnico 5 magnets deliver focused tone with a pleasant upper-midrange presence.
  • • Formvar wire in the bridge pickup enhances clarity and reduces brittle high frequencies.
  • • Vintage-style output provides a classic Telecaster twang and dynamic response.
  • • Road Worn finish replicates the feel of well-played, seasoned instruments.
CONS
  • • Plain lacquer can be prone to wear and tear, requiring more careful handling.
  • • Limited versatility; excels in Tele-style tones, less suited for modern high-gain genres.
  • • DC resistance suggests a slightly lower output, might need boosting for certain applications.

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Key Features

Position Neck & Bridge
Magnet Alnico 5 (Bridge: Formvar wire)
Output Level Vintage (approx. 7.5k Neck, 8.2k Bridge)
DC Resistance Approx. 6.1k Neck, 6.8k Bridge
Mounting Standard Telecaster/T-Style
Cover Black with Chrome

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Frequently Asked Questions

They offer a more refined, less harsh tone than many stock Tele pickups, with improved clarity and a more focused Alnico 5 character.
The output mismatch might create an imbalance; a humbucker will likely overpower the single-coil bridge pickup, affecting the overall tone.
While they can be used, the inherent Telecaster character might be too present; consider a more transparent pickup set for truly clean acoustic tones.

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