Fender Custom Shop John 5 Bigsby Signature Telecaster NOS Electric Guitar Black

For guitarists who grew up idolizing John 5’s iconic shred tone and style, the Fender Custom Shop John 5 Bigsby Signature Telecaster NOS electric guitar puts that unmistakable mojo right in your hands. A truly player’s instrument, it combines an ash body, modern C maple neck and a trifecta of searing Seymour Duncan and Fender Custom Shop pickups handpicked by John 5 himself. Whether you’re a headbanger or a nuanced lead player, this guitar is dialed in to help you realize your most scorching sonic visions.

Channeling John 5’s Signature Vibe

You’ll feel the full force of John 5’s musical persona the moment you strap on this signature Telecaster. The sleek black urethane finish and matching painted headstock exude a stealthy, modern vibe reminiscent of his playing. The Bigsby-licensed vibrato tailpiece lets you channel his dramatic, expressive vibrato effects. And the guitar’s 25.5″ scale length, synthetic bone nut and medium jumbo frets keep you in that signature sweet spot for shredding complex leads.

Premium Fender Craftsmanship Throughout

As a Fender Custom Shop creation, the John 5 Signature Telecaster leaves no detail overlooked in its pursuit of premium tone and playability. The bolt-on maple neck sports a smooth, modern C shape that’s comfortable for chording and soloing alike. Its rosewood fingerboard enhances tonal warmth and articulation. And the deluxe cast/sealed locking tuners keep your intonation locked tight, even under the most aggressive tremolo workouts. From its rock-solid ash body to its adjustable bridge saddles, this guitar delivers the time-honored Fender experience at the highest echelon.

Searing Tones Courtesy of Seymour Duncan

To capture those unmistakable John 5 tones, this Telecaster is armed with a potent duo of pickups carefully selected by the man himself. In the bridge position, a Seymour Duncan Hot Rails humbucker delivers powerful, high-output crunch that’ll cut through any band mix. Meanwhile, the Fender Custom Shop “Twisted” single-coil Tele neck pickup provides glassy clean tones that ring out with exceptional clarity. Dial in searing lead tones, fat rhythms or shimmering cleans—this guitar gives you the versatility to handle it all.

Deluxe Extras and Thoughtful Appointments

In addition to its exceptional sound and feel, the John 5 Signature Telecaster is loaded with premium extras that make it gig-ready right out of the case. Chrome accents like the pickguard, switch tip and applique decal add brilliant visual pop. The knurled flat-top control knobs offer a sure grip. You even get a plush, road-worthy hardshell case, a strap and a certificate of authenticity to round out the package. Whether you need a trusty main ax or an expressive signature instrument, this Tele checks all the boxes.