Fender Jim Root Telecaster Flat White
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Jim Root Telecaster Flat White
Product Info
Article Number:
119101
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Jim Root Telecaster Flat White
Category:
T Style Guitars
Price:
$1,648.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Jim Root Tele is a beast for metal and aggressive rock. The mahogany body and EMG pickups deliver a serious punch, while the ebony fretboard makes shredding a breeze. It's a premium-priced instrument tailored for players who want a Telecaster with serious high-gain muscle.
Product Description
- Fender Jim Root Telecaster Flat White
- Electric Guitar
- Jim Root (Slipknot) signature model
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: Modern C
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 1 EMG 60 (neck) and 1 EMG 81 (bridge) humbucker
- 3-Way switch
- String-through-body bridge
- Black hardware
- Black pickguard
- Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel-plated steel .009 - .042
- Colour: White
- Includes case
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant, and aggressive tone.
- • EMG 81 bridge pickup provides searing high-gain distortion capabilities.
- • Ebony fretboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and note clarity.
- • String-through-body design enhances sustain and improves overall resonance.
CONS
- • The mahogany body makes it notably heavier than standard Telecasters.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to guitars with more pickup options.
- • The Modern C neck profile might not suit players preferring vintage-style necks.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG 60 (neck) / EMG 81 (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length
25.5 in
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
String-through-body
Weight
Approximately 9 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The EMG 81 is known for its tight, aggressive tone and high output, providing a focused distortion that cuts through a dense mix – a classic choice for modern metal.
The Modern C profile is generally considered comfortable, but it’s a more substantial neck than some vintage-style Telecasters, so players with very small hands might find it a bit thick.
Yes, the Flat White finish is quite revealing; it will show fingerprints and minor blemishes more prominently than darker finishes, requiring a bit more care.
