Description
The Fender Custom Shop Postmodern Telecaster DLX Closet Classic in Aged Crimson Burst is built for players who crave the soul of a vintage Tele but refuse to compromise on modern feel and versatility. It is a refined take on a timeless design; one that blends the unmistakable snap and character of early Telecasters with thoughtful upgrades that make it feel right at home on today's stages and sessions. Whether you are a seasoned performer or a player chasing that perfect balance of tradition and performance, this Postmodern Tele speaks your language.
The foundation starts with a two-piece select ash body, delivering that classic Tele resonance with crisp highs and a tight, articulate low end. Finished in nitrocellulose lacquer and treated to a Closet Classic aging process, the Aged Crimson Burst exudes understated vintage appeal without heavy relic wear. Tonally, this guitar leans into versatility with a Custom Shop hand-wound Twisted Tele neck pickup paired with a Crushed '50/'51 Blackguard bridge pickup. The result is a dynamic range that moves from warm, rounded neck tones to cutting bridge bite with ease. The reverse Nocaster wiring adds another layer of character, offering a unique half-cocked wah voice, a traditional volume and tone setting, and a wide-open bypass mode for raw, unfiltered output.
The neck is where the Postmodern concept really shines. Carved into a comfortable '60s Oval C profile, the one-piece rosewood neck and fingerboard provide a smooth, broken-in feel with a slightly warmer tonal response. The 9.5 to 12 inch compound radius paired with narrow tall frets allows for effortless bends and fast runs without fretting out, making it equally suited for chordal work and lead playing. A bone nut, vintage-style tuners, and a reverse Nocaster bridge with brass saddles ensure reliable tuning stability and precise intonation.
Visually, the Aged Crimson Burst finish offers a rich, dimensional look that feels both classic and distinct. The parchment pickguard and nickel chrome hardware complement the finish beautifully, giving the guitar a cohesive and elegant aesthetic that stands out without being over the top.
At Cream City Music, we see the Postmodern Telecaster DLX as a perfect bridge between eras. It delivers everything players love about vintage instruments while offering the playability and flexibility modern musicians demand. This is the kind of Tele that quickly becomes your go-to; familiar, inspiring, and ready for anything.
Specifications:
- Body: 2-Piece Select Ash
- Body Shape: Telecaster
- Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Closet Classic Aged Crimson Burst
- Neck Material: 1-Piece Rosewood
- Neck Shape: '60s Oval C
- Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Fingerboard Material: Flat-Laminated Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" to 12" Compound
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
- Number of Frets: 21
- Fret Size: Narrow Tall (6105)
- Inlays: White Micarta Dot
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
- Truss Rod: Early '60s
- Neck Thickness: .790" (1st), .930" (12th)
- Bridge: Reverse Nocaster Bridge with Brass RSD Saddles
- Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
- Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome
- Switch Tip: Parchment
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Contoured with Custom Shop "V" Logo
- String Trees: American Vintage '59-'64
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046)
- Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Crushed '50/'51 Blackguard
- Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Twisted Tele Single-Coil
- Pickup Configuration: SS
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Blade (Half-Cocked Wah, Standard Volume/Tone, Volume Only Bypass)
- Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case
Sku: 9235700098
