*Customizations: Added Ultra Noiseless bridge pickup, Gotoh brass saddles, custom black pickguard from WD Custom Pickguards. Includes OHSC w/ COA.

*Willing to negotiate and entertain trades!*

Seeking an ESP E-II Eclipse DB Vintage Black

The Limited Edition Raphael Saadiq Telecaster is a masterclass in blending mid-century Fender heritage with a bold, contemporary aesthetic. Designed in collaboration with the Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist and producer, this instrument is built for players who value soul, precision, and the nuanced "instant vintage" feel that Saadiq’s productions are known for.

Core Construction & Tone

The foundation of this Telecaster is a solid Ash body, chosen for its balanced resonance and traditional clarity. It is paired with a slab Rosewood fingerboard—a premium historical appointment that adds warmth and richness to the attack. This combination of tonewoods provides a harmonically complex platform that excels in both clean R&B grooves and overdriven blues.

Custom Electronics

At the heart of the guitar are the Custom Raphael Saadiq Single-Coil pickups. These were voiced specifically to capture Saadiq's preferred tonal balance: sweet, articulate highs and a robust, punchy low end that remains defined even through complex signal chains.

Vintage Feel with Modern Playability

* Neck Profile: An old-school 1959 "C" profile provides a substantial, comfortable grip that feels familiar to vintage enthusiasts.

* Satin Finish: The back of the maple neck features a satin urethane finish for a smooth, non-stick playing experience.

* Fingerboard Radius: The 9.5” radius and 21 vintage-tall frets offer a more modern playing surface than a traditional 7.25" radius, allowing for easier bends and more consistent action across the neck.

Exceptional Aesthetic Appointments

This is one of the most visually striking Telecasters in the Fender catalog:

* Dark Red Metallic Finish: A deep, vibrant gloss that shifts beautifully under stage lights.

* Black Top Binding: Accentuates the body lines and pairs with the matching black gloss headstock.

* Hardware: Gotoh 3-saddle bridge with threaded brass barrel saddles, a bone nut, and clay dot inlays.

Technical Specifications

* Body Material: Ash

* Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane

* Neck: Maple, 1959 "C" Shape

* Nut Material: Bone (1.650" width)

* Scale Length: 25.5"

* Bridge: Gotoh 3-Saddle Tele with Threaded Brass Barrel Saddles

* Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe"

* Case: Deluxe Black Hardshell with Red Poodle Interior

This guitar is a functional piece of art, offering the high-end craftsmanship expected from a Corona-built limited edition. It is as much a professional studio tool as it is a collector's item.