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Built for players who want the unmistakable attitude of a Telecaster with a much more aggressive edge, the John 5 Phantom Telecaster takes a classic shape and turns it into a hard rock machine. John 5 has spent decades putting his signature sound on stages and records with artists like David Lee Roth, Mötley Crüe, and Rob Zombie, and the John 5 Phantom Telecaster reflects that experience with a design centered around power, speed, and personality. The black finish and matching headcap give the John 5 Phantom Telecaster a striking presence, while the C-shaped maple neck and 12"-radius ebony fingerboard offer a smooth, confident feel for everything from fast runs to heavy riffing.

The real muscle comes from the DiMarzio D'Activator neck and bridge pickups, delivering the tight low end, high output, and cutting clarity needed to stay articulate when the gain is pushed hard. The Floyd Rose FRTS2000 Special Series tremolo adds another dimension, giving the John 5 Phantom Telecaster plenty of range for dramatic pitch dives and expressive tremolo work while maintaining the tuning stability players expect from a Floyd Rose setup. Whether you're digging into heavy rhythm parts or pushing leads into extreme territory, the John 5 Phantom Telecaster is built to respond with authority.

The control layout keeps things deliberately simple, with a single volume knob and killswitch putting the emphasis on playing rather than menu-diving through controls. That stripped-down approach, combined with the signature neck plate and modernized Telecaster design, gives the John 5 Phantom Telecaster a personality all its own while still retaining the unmistakable spirit of the instrument that inspired it. For players who want a Telecaster that can handle high-gain rock, aggressive lead work, and full-on stage theatrics, the John 5 Phantom Telecaster is ready to bring the noise. Available now at Haggerty's Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: John 5 Artist Signature
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Black

Body

• Body Material: Nyatoh
• Body Finish: Gloss Top, Satin Back
• Body Shape: Telecaster
• Body Style: Solid

Neck

• Headstock Type: Telecaster
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Custom John 5 Medium C
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Depth: 0.836” at 1st Fret, 0.898” at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Position Inlays: White Dot
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod Style: Adjustable
• Truss Rod Nut: Standard
• Nut Material: Floyd Rose
• Nut Width: 1.69"
• Fret Size: Narrow Tall
• Scale Length: 25.5"

Hardware

• Bridge: Floyd Rose FRTS2000 Double Locking 2-Point Tremolo
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: Standard
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Anodized
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black Speed
• Switch Tip: Black
• Hardware Finish: Black
• Tuning Machines: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking
• String Trees: Dual Wing
• Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
• Tremolo Arm: Yes
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Two Standard
• Output Jack: 1/4" Side

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Neck Pickup: DiMarzio D Activator
• Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio D Activator
• Controls: Master Volume
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle
• Auxiliary Switching: Kill Switch

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Tools, Tremolo Arm
• Case/Gig Bag: Not Included
• Serial Number: ISFF26004097
• Manufacture Date: 2026