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Key Features
- Weight: 7.3 lbs
- Actual guitar photographed
- Bound alder body enhances vintage authenticity
- 60s Oval C neck feels smooth and fast to play
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom DLX Closet Classic, Aged Shell Pink #R128992 Overview
The Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom DLX Closet Classic is a beautifully crafted vintage reissue that captures the essence of an early '60s Tele with just the right touch of ageing. Finished in Aged Shell Pink, its lacquer-coated alder body features white binding on the top and back for a touch of elegance that nods to the original custom models. The DLX Closet Classic treatment offers light checking and subtle hardware ageing.
A 60s Oval C maple neck paired with a dark AAA rosewood fretboard delivers a smooth, fast-playing feel with a comfortable vintage taper. With period-accurate 63 Tele pickups and knurled chrome controls, you get the classic spank and twang expected from a Custom Shop Tele. Rounded out by a vintage bridge, R-ser saddles, and traditional top-hat switch, this guitar balances authentic tone with deluxe craftsmanship.
Product Ref: 332111
Full Description
View Full DescriptionVintage-inspired shell pink finish
The Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom DLX Closet Classic is drenched in character and classic style. Its Aged Shell Pink finish is both distinctive and tastefully worn, offering a unique colour that stands out while staying rooted in vintage tradition. Thanks to the DLX Closet Classic treatment, the lacquer exhibits light finish checking and subtly oxidised hardware, simulating decades of care rather than heavy gigging. It’s perfect if you're avoiding a full-on relic aesthetic. Combined with a nitrocellulose finish that allows the alder body to breathe and resonate more naturally, this guitar looks and sounds like a vintage gem freshly unearthed.
Deluxe double-bound alder body
One of the defining features of this model is its double-bound alder body, adding a layer of refinement to the already sleek Telecaster outline. The white binding on both the top and back frames the Aged Shell Pink finish beautifully and provides a visual cue to its ‘60s custom heritage. Alder as a tonewood is known for its balanced frequency response, offering tight lows, punchy mids, and clear highs - making it a popular choice for classic Fender tones. The two-piece body construction is carefully selected and crafted to meet the highest Custom Shop standards, ensuring a resonant and tonally rich foundation. This meticulous attention to detail is what elevates it beyond a standard production Telecaster, giving you an instrument that looks and feels boutique through and through.
Period-accurate neck feel and detailing
Comfort and playability are paramount, and the 1960 Telecaster Custom delivers both with a neck that feels instantly familiar. The maple neck features a 60s Oval “C” profile, which offers a slim and smooth taper that’s comfortable for both chording and lead work. Measuring .790” at the 1st fret and .930” at the 12th, it strikes a balance between speed and substance. Topped with a beautifully dark AAA rosewood fretboard—specifically sorted for its rich hue—the neck includes a 9.5" radius and 6105 narrow tall frets that blend vintage feel with modern flexibility. Details like micarta dot inlays and a traditional truss rod ensure this neck looks the part and performs with absolute precision. From the headstock scoop to the classic decal, this is a tribute to vintage design shaped by masterful craftsmanship.
Classic tone with Custom Shop electronics
What truly brings the 1960 Telecaster Custom to life is its hand-wired electronics, loaded with era-correct pickups and period-authentic components. The bridge pickup delivers the snappy attack and sparkling brightness you expect from a ‘60s Tele, while the neck unit offers warm, rounded tones perfect for rhythm and lead alike. Controlled by knurled chrome knobs and a classic top-hat switch, the layout remains faithful to its roots while functioning flawlessly. These pickups aren’t just vintage in appearance - they’re crafted to deliver that unmistakable '60s Telecaster tone. From clean twang to overdriven growl and everything in between, this Tele responds with clarity, character and expressive dynamics.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom DLX Closet Classic, Aged Shell Pink #R128992
- Product Code: 9238014061 #R128992
Body
- Body Wood: Alder (2-piece, no sort)
- Body Style: 60 Tele Custom
- Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer, DLX Closet Classic, Aged Shell Pink
- Binding: White top and back (.060" nitro)
- Routing: Neck: 63 Tele CC, Bridge: 60 Tele Custom
- Neck Mounting: 4-bolt (63 Tele CC)
- Contours: Standard
- Edge Radius: 3
- Heel: 56
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Wood: Maple (plain grain)
- Neck Shape: 60s Oval "C"
- 1st Fret Thickness: 0.790"
- 12th Fret Thickness: 0.930"
- Fretboard Wood: AAA Rosewood (sorted for dark)
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Frets: 21 Narrow Tall / 6105
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Butt Width: 2.200"
- Truss Rod: Vintage-style
- Fretboard Dots: Micarta White .250"
- Side Dots: Micarta White 3/32"
- Headstock: Telecaster style with scoop
- Decal: 59–63 Tele Custom
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