Fender Custom Shop 1961 Telecaster DLX Closet Classic, 3A Rosewood Fingerboard, Black

Full Description

Closet Classic finish with vintage character

The DLX Closet Classic finish gives this Telecaster a lightly aged appearance that captures the look of a well-maintained vintage instrument. Rather than heavy wear, it features subtle checking and gentle ageing that add character without making the guitar feel overly distressed. The Black finish enhances its timeless aesthetic, offering a clean yet slightly softened look that sits perfectly between new and road-worn. It’s ideal for players who want vintage vibe and feel without the more extreme relic treatment found on heavier aged models.

Hand-wound '63 Tele pickups

The Custom Shop hand-wound '63 single-coil pickups are designed to capture the clarity and punch of early '60s Telecaster tones. The bridge pickup delivers bright, cutting highs with tight low end, making it perfect for articulate rhythm work and lead lines that need to stand out. The neck pickup offers a warmer, fuller response, providing smooth contrast and added versatility. Blended together, they produce the classic Tele balance of bite and warmth, giving you a wide tonal range with strong definition.

Roasted alder body for balanced tone

The 2-piece offset seam roasted alder body offers a slightly warmer and more focused tonal response compared to traditional alder. The roasting process helps reduce moisture in the wood, improving stability and enhancing resonance. This results in a balanced sound with clear mids, tight lows, and smooth highs, making it suitable for a variety of styles. Combined with the nitrocellulose lacquer finish, it allows the guitar to resonate freely, adding depth and liveliness to every note.

Comfortable neck and reliable hardware

The quartersawn maple neck provides added strength and stability, helping maintain consistent performance over time. Its '60s Oval "C" profile offers a comfortable grip that suits both rhythm and lead playing, while the 3A rosewood fingerboard adds a smooth feel and slightly warmer tonal response. Vintage-style hardware, including the 3-saddle strings-through-body bridge and classic tuning machines, ensures dependable tuning and sustain. Together, these features create a guitar that feels familiar, reliable, and ready for any playing situation.

Specifications

• Product Name: Fender Custom Shop 1961 Telecaster DLX Closet Classic, 3A Rosewood Fingerboard, Black
• Product Code: 9235700127

Body

• Body Shape: Telecaster
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Material: 2-Piece Offset Seam Roasted Alder
• Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body: 2-Piece Offset Seam Roasted Alder

Neck & Fretboard

• Headstock: Telecaster
• Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Shape: '60s Oval "C"
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: 3A Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fret Size: Jescar Vintage (45085)
• Position Inlays: White Micarta Dot - 0.25"
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Nut Material: Bone
• String Nut: Bone

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: 3-Ply White
• Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome
• Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt with Custom Shop "V" Logo, Serialized
• Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)
• Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '63 Single-Coil Tele
• Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '63 Single-Coil Tele
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup