The 2015 Fender Custom Shop 2015 Collection 1960 Telecaster Custom Relic is a superb recreation of one of Fender's most desirable early-sixties models, combining authentic vintage specifications with the precision and craftsmanship of the Fender Custom Shop. Finished in the striking Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst Relic lacquer, this guitar perfectly captures the look, feel, and tone of a well-preserved original while offering the reliability expected from a modern, hand-built instrument.
Inspired by the transitional Telecasters of 1960, this model features a lightweight alder body, a classic tonewood long prized for its balanced frequency response, lively resonance, and comfortable weight. The thin nitrocellulose lacquer Relic finish has been expertly aged by the Fender Custom Shop, recreating decades of natural play wear while allowing the wood to breathe freely for enhanced acoustic response. The elegant Chocolate 3-Tone Sunburst finish beautifully highlights the grain of the alder body, giving the instrument a timeless vintage appearance.
The quartersawn maple neck is carved to an authentic early-1960s profile, offering a comfortable playing experience that feels instantly familiar. Topped with a rosewood fingerboard featuring 21 narrow vintage-style frets and a 9.5-inch radius, the guitar blends classic aesthetics with modern playability. The 25.5-inch scale length and bone nut contribute to excellent sustain, precise intonation, and effortless performance across the entire neck.
Electronically, the guitar is equipped with a pair of hand-wound Fender Custom Shop single-coil pickups, delivering everything players expect from a great Telecaster. The bridge pickup provides unmistakable twang, punch, and articulation, while the neck pickup offers warm, rounded tones with remarkable clarity. Together they produce the versatile voice that has made the Telecaster a favourite among country, blues, rock, soul, and session musicians for more than seventy years. Traditional controls include master volume, master tone, and a three-way selector switch for intuitive operation.
Vintage-correct hardware includes a three-saddle ashtray bridge with brass saddles, vintage-style tuners, and a single-ply parchment pickguard, all carefully selected to recreate the appearance and performance of an original 1960 Telecaster Custom.
This particular example is presented as new, having been exceptionally well cared for since leaving the Fender Custom Shop. It is complete with its original deluxe tweed Custom Shop case, Certificate of Authenticity, case candy, bridge cover, documentation, and all original accessories, making it an outstanding choice for collectors and players alike.
Beautifully balanced, lightweight, and exceptionally resonant, the 2015 Collection 1960 Telecaster Custom Relic perfectly embodies the spirit of Fender's golden era. Combining meticulous craftsmanship, premium materials, and authentic vintage character, it is a professional-grade instrument that delivers inspiring tone, effortless playability, and enduring collectability.