1956 Fender Telecaster – Blonde (Refinished)

We just took in this very honest 1956 Telecaster. This is a "player’s grade" instrument through and through—the kind of guitar that’s been around the block but still has all that mid-50s Fullerton magic exactly where you want it.

The body has been refinished in a classic Blonde that shows off the ash grain nicely, courtesy of Joel Wilkins , and the neck features that quintessential "Soft V" profile that Fender really perfected during this specific era. It’s got a broken-in, comfortable feel that you just don’t get with a modern reissue. While the neck pickup has been professionally rewound to bring it back to life, the guitar remains a resonant, soulful example of a "Whiteguard" transition Tele. The electronics are original except for the neck pickup being rewound .

It plays remarkably well across the board and comes to us with its original hardshell tweed case. If you’ve been looking for a 50s Telecaster with plenty of vibe that you can actually take out and play, this is a great candidate.

The Specs

• Weight: 8.3 lbs


• Year: 1956 (Neck Date: 5-56)


• Body: Solid Ash (Refinished Blonde)


• Neck: Maple with "Soft V" profile


• Electronics: Original 1954 Stackpole Pots (Code: 304541)


• Pickups: Original Bridge / Original Neck (Rewound)


• Pickguard: Single-ply White


• Hardware: Original "Pat. Pend." bridge plate; brass saddles


• Case: Original Hardshell Tweed Case (OHSC)

For an in hand description please call 747.388.2929