Fender Merle Haggard Signature Tele
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Merle Haggard Signature Tele
Product Info
Article Number:
274718
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Merle Haggard Signature Tele
Category:
T Style Guitars
Price:
$7,367.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Merle Haggard Signature Tele is a beautifully crafted instrument channeling classic Tele twang with a touch of sophistication. The chambered body and maple top combo deliver a warm, articulate tone perfect for country, roots, and rockabilly. It's a high-end choice for serious players seeking an authentic vintage vibe and exceptional build quality.
Product Description
- Fender Merle Haggard Signature Tele
- Electric Guitar
- T-Style
- Merle Haggard Signature
- Maple body with alder wings (chambered)
- Ivoroid body binding
- Laminated maple top
- Set-in maple neck
- 648 mm scale
- Mother of pearl headstock inlay
- Maple Fretboard
- 22 Frets
- 2x Texas Special single coil pickups
- 4-Way toggle
- 1x Master control
- 1x Tone control
- Gold-plated Fender/Schaller machine heads
- Bone nut
- 42 mm nut width
- Gold hardware
- Colour: 2-colour sunburst
- Incl. Fender Deluxe case
- strap and certificate of authenticity
PROS
- • Chambered alder wings reduce weight for comfortable playing.
- • Laminated maple top adds complexity and shimmer to the Texas Special pickups.
- • Ivoroid binding provides a luxurious, vintage aesthetic and feel.
- • Gold-plated Schaller tuners offer exceptional tuning stability and a premium touch.
CONS
- • The 648 mm scale length might feel unusual for players accustomed to standard Fender scales.
- • The premium-priced nature limits accessibility for many players.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to guitars with more pickup configurations.
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Key Features
Body Material
Maple with Alder Wings (Chambered)
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
2x Texas Special Single-Coil
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Vintage-Style Tele Bridge (Gold)
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chambering reduces mass, which can slightly diminish sustain compared to a fully solid body, but it enhances resonance and makes the guitar more comfortable to hold.
Yes, Texas Specials are known for their increased output and a more aggressive tone, offering a stronger signal and more overdrive potential.
The mother-of-pearl inlay is genuine, adding to the guitar's premium feel and visual appeal – a hallmark of Fender's higher-end offerings.
