Fender Custom Shop 2026 Collection Time Machine Series '51 Telecaster JRN, Aged Nocaster Blonde
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Key Features
- Weight: 7.1 lbs
- Actual guitar photographed
- Vintage-spec Nocaster pickups
- Journeyman relic nitro finish
- Compound radius maple neck
Fender Custom Shop 2026 Collection Time Machine Series '51 Telecaster JRN, Aged Nocaster Blonde Overview
The Fender Custom Shop 2026 Collection Time Machine Series '51 Telecaster JRN faithfully captures the spirit of an early Telecaster while incorporating subtle modern refinements. Built around a two-piece ash body and finished in aged nitrocellulose lacquer, it delivers the lively resonance, snap, and dynamic response that made the original such a classic. The Journeyman relic treatment recreates the appearance and feel of a well-loved vintage instrument, while authentic period-correct hardware and meticulous Custom Shop craftsmanship ensure every detail reflects Fender's golden era.
A custom quarter-sawn AA flame maple neck features a substantial 1951 "U" profile that sits nicely in the hand, comfortable compound-radius fingerboard, and narrow tall frets for effortless bends without sacrificing vintage character. Hand-wound '51 Nocaster pickups provide articulate twang, warm neck tones, and that unmistakable Telecaster bite, while vintage-style hardware and a bone nut complete an instrument that's been built to inspire. A Fender Custom Shop tweed case is included to ensure your Custom Shop Telecaster has the premium protection it deserves.
Product Ref: 367139
Full Description
View Full DescriptionAuthentic early-'50s Telecaster tone
At the heart of this Time Machine model is a pair of hand-wound '51 Nocaster pickups that capture the unmistakable sound of Fender's earliest solidbody electric guitars. The bridge pickup delivers crisp attack, cutting twang, and outstanding note separation, while the neck pickup produces warm, rounded tones with remarkable clarity. Wired through a vintage-style control assembly, the electronics provide responsive dynamics that reward every nuance of your picking technique, making this guitar equally suited to country, blues, rock, and more.
Vintage feel with modern playability
The custom quarter-sawn AA flame maple neck combines traditional aesthetics with enhanced performance. Its substantial 1951 "U" profile feels reassuringly solid in the hand, while the compound 7.25"–12" fingerboard radius makes both vintage chord work and modern string bends feel natural. Narrow tall 6105 frets improve precision and control, and the bone nut helps maximise sustain and tuning stability. Together, these carefully chosen specifications create a playing experience that honours the original while accommodating contemporary techniques.
Premium woods and Custom Shop craftsmanship
A lightweight off-centre two-piece ash body provides the resonant foundation behind the guitar's lively, articulate voice. Finished in aged nitrocellulose lacquer with a Journeyman relic treatment, the instrument features authentic checking and tasteful wear that recreates the appearance of a carefully preserved vintage original. Every detail, from the vintage bridge assembly to the chrome and nickel hardware, reflects Fender Custom Shop's commitment to period-correct accuracy and exceptional build quality.
Built for players who appreciate tradition
The Time Machine Series celebrates one of the most influential electric guitars ever created without compromising usability. Vintage-style tuners, a classic Telecaster bridge, period-correct appointments, and a traditional four-bolt neck joint preserve the unmistakable character of a 1951 instrument. Supplied with a Fender Custom Shop tweed case, this guitar is ready for touring, recording, or collecting, or simly playing it because you love it. It offers timeless looks, inspiring feel, and authentic Telecaster tone in equal measure.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop 2026 Collection Time Machine Series '51 Telecaster JRN, Aged Nocaster Blonde
- Product Code: 9235700181
Body
- Body Material: Lightweight off-centre two-piece ash
- Body Finish: Aged nitrocellulose lacquer
- Finish Package: Journeyman relic
- Colour: Aged Nocaster Blonde
Neck & fretboard
- Neck Material: Quarter-sawn AA flame maple
- Neck Finish: Medium tint nitrocellulose lacquer
- Neck Profile: 1951 "U"
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"–12" compound
- Frets: 21 Narrow Tall (6105)
- Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Neck Thickness: .845" at 1st fret, .900" at 12th fret
- Truss Rod: '50s style
Hardware & electronics
- Bridge: Vintage Telecaster 1951-54 bridge assembly
- Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound '51 Nocaster
- Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound '51 Nocaster
- Controls: Vintage '51 modified Nocaster control assembly
- Hardware Finish: Chrome/Nickel
- Tuners: Vintage with Fender logo
- Strings: .010–.046
- Case: Fender Custom Shop Strat/Tele tweed case
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