Key Features
- One-of-a-kind, handbuilt by Shishkov
- Clarity & depth from hand wound '63 Josefina pickups
- Bright, resonant tones from 2-Piece select ash body
- Luxurious performance paired with a gorgeous aesthetic
Fender Custom Shop Yuriy Shishkov Masterbuilt 50s Telecaster Relic Overview
The Fender Yuri Shishkov Masterbuilt '50s Telecaster Relic is a world-class guitar unlike anything that has come before it. Every touch of this instrument has been designed with nothing but perfection in mind, delivering a performance that sits at the pinnacle of Fender engineering. The body is constructed from 2-piece select ash, which provides a versatile tone that is resonant, bright and pairs beautifully with the maple neck. Durable and dynamic, the tonewoods on this guitar have been included to ensure a long-lasting performance that looks and sounds great.
It's equipped with two Josefina hand-wound '63 pickups for that classic Telecaster sound with all the perks of modern technology. Powerful and unique, these pickups ensure unparalleled clarity and depth that will help you slice through the mix on stage. Fully tailorable via the intuitive controls, you'll be able to find and rediscover your own unique voice time and time again. What's more, the '51-'54 bridge features brass saddles which work to hold a comfortable action over the V shaped neck, as well as an enhanced tuning stability.
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The Fender Yuri Shishkov Masterbuilt ‘50s Telecaster Relic is representative of everything that has made Fender the most influential guitar makers in the world – and why the Telecaster is one of the most beloved guitars of all time. This premium grade instrument delivers everything you would expect from a hand-crafted Custom Shop masterpiece – and much more. Tonally, the hand-wound ’63 Tele pickups are this guitar’s true party piece – and they will deliver a vintage sound that ranges from the rounded tones of the neck to the more aggressive and bright bridge.
Crystal-clear, chiming brightness and warmth paired with unrivalled depth ensures a gorgeous voice that you can call your own. For many guitarists out there, you simply can’t beat the Telecaster sound – and this is the godfather of all Telecasters. What’s more, the stunning worn wrap is complemented by the all gold hardware, which will help your guitar shine on stage. If you’re looking for tonal perfection alongside gorgeous, one-of-a-kind aesthetics - then look no further.
Luxurious playability
The Fender Yuri Shishkov Masterbuilt ‘50s Telecaster Relic is fully loaded with a ’58-’63 brass saddled, gold finished bridge, which works with the bone nut and vintage-style tuning pegs to ensure an enhanced tuning stability - so you can say goodbye to retuning between every song. What's more, these key components also work together to hold a comfortable and fully adjustable action over the fingerboard - eliminating any strain while playing. The neck itself is shaped into a comfortable “V” profile and finished with a nitrocellulose lacquer that will allow you to glide between the 21 vintage modified frets with ease. This will help you find the right note at the right time - every time.
A natural sound
The Fender Yuri Shishkov Masterbuilt ‘50s Telecaster Relic is constructed using carefully selected, industry standard tonewoods – this instrument provides a truly glorious natural sound. Every element of a custom shop guitar is carefully selected to ensure playing perfection - and the wood used to build the guitar is one of the most important ingredients in the recipe. Featuring a 2-piece select ash body that holds a magnificent resonance as well as guaranteeing a tonal warmth that excels in the mid-high range, at both high and low outputs.
The neck is made from flat sawn maple, delivering a sturdy performance that will withstand even the most intense sessions. It also brings a clarity and brightness to the tone that thrives with a high-end sparkle, perfect for those lead and solo parts. The fingerboard is also maple, and provides a supremely comfortable playing feel that softens the sound and delivers a balanced performance.
Yuriy Shishkov
Yuriy Shishkov is well known as one of Fender’s greatest ever guitar engineers, with two decades of experience working in the Custom Shop. Born and raised in Soviet Belarus, Yuriy built his very own guitar workshop in the cellar of his home, in which he would construct electric guitars with stunning craftmanship considering the limited materials at his disposal. Upon moving to Chicago in 1990, he began to build up a repertoire and was soon crafting guitars for the likes of Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, Paul Stanley and more. Yuriy became famed for his intricate inlay and carving work, working to include incredible detail in his instrument’s aesthetics for a unique visual feel every time.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: 2-Piece Ash
- Body Shape: 1952 Telecaster
- Body Finish: Trans Orange
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
- Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer Tint
- Neck Shape: V Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo
- Truss Rod: 50s
- Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25”
- Side Dots: Micarta Black
- Nut Material: Bone
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Tele Bridge w/ Brass Barrel Saddles
- Pickguard: Single-Ply Black Phenolic ’51 Nocaster Relic
- Hardware Finish: Gold
- Tuning Pegs: Vintage Style
- Neck Pickup: ’63 Tele Relic Gold
- Bridge Pickup: ’63 Tele Relic
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Pickup Selector
Miscellaneous
- Code: 9216095358
- Fender Hard Case: Included
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