Fender John 5 Tele RW BK
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John 5 Tele RW BK
Product Info
Article Number:
556706
Brand:
Fender
Model:
John 5 Tele RW BK
Category:
T Style Guitars
Price:
$4,618.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This John 5 Tele is a real statement piece. The blend of a classic Tele vibe with a modern neck and those signature pickups creates a seriously unique sound—it's perfect for players who want a Tele with more aggressive edge and a comfortable feel. A premium-priced instrument, it's built to perform for years.
Product Description
- Fender John 5 Tele RW BK
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop John 5 Signature Model
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Modern C
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.6875")
- Bone nut
- 22 Frets
- 1-Ply chrome pickguard
- Pickups: 1 Fender Enforcer humbucker (bridge) and 1 Fender Custom Shop "Twisted" Tele single coil (neck)
- 1 Volume and 1 tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- 6-Saddle American Tele bridge
- Fender vintage-style tuners
- Nickel hardware
- Factory strings: Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel .010 - .046
- Colour: Black
- Incl. strap
- certificate and Deluxe hardshell case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ash body provides exceptional resonance and a bright, articulate tone.
- • Modern C neck profile offers comfortable playability and speed.
- • Enforcer humbucker delivers thick, powerful rhythm tones and searing leads.
- • Custom Shop Twisted Tele pickup adds a unique, characterful voice to the neck position.
CONS
- • The ash body can make it relatively heavy, potentially fatiguing for some players.
- • The pickup configuration, while unique, limits versatility compared to standard Teles.
- • Rosewood fingerboard might not appeal to players preferring maple or other alternatives.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Fender Enforcer (bridge), Fender Custom Shop Twisted Tele (neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
22
Bridge
6-Saddle American Tele
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Enforcer adds significant low-end and sustain, diminishing the classic Tele twang but providing a powerful, modern alternative for rock and heavier styles.
Yes, it's noticeably thinner and more rounded than many vintage-style Tele necks, offering a faster, more contemporary playing experience.
While it's a single-ply guard, it's chrome and well-fitted; it's a stylistic choice more than a cost-cutting measure and complements the guitar's overall aesthetic.
