When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Fender Custom Shop 1958 Top-Load Telecaster Journeyman

Color: Firemist Red Weight: 6lbs 13oz/6.8lbs Serial: R148018

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

A Tele with a Twist

This isn't just another Telecaster. This is a meticulous recreation of a very specific, short-lived, and now highly-sought-after piece of Fender history. The Fender Custom Shop 1958 Top-Load Telecaster brings back a unique design choice that changed the feel and voice of the instrument. The top-load bridge, where strings anchor at the back of the bridge plate instead of through the body, gives the strings a slinkier feel with a bit less tension, and it subtly alters the guitar's attack and resonance. It's a true player's piece, with a vibe and sound all its own.

The Perfect '57 "V" Neck

The neck is where the magic happens, and this one is pure vintage comfort. The 1-piece quartersawn maple neck is carved into the beloved 1957 Soft "V" profile. It's got just enough heft to feel substantial in your hand, providing a solid foundation for chords and digging in, while the soft V shape is famously comfortable, especially for players who wrap their thumb over the top. Paired with a modern 9.5" radius and narrow-tall frets, you get the best of both worlds: a classic feel with modern playability that makes big bends a breeze.

Hand-Wound '58 Snap and Growl

At the heart of this Tele is a pair of Custom Shop Hand-Wound '58 Single-Coil Tele pickups. These are the real deal, crafted to deliver the authentic twang, sparkle, and grit that made the Telecaster a legend. The bridge pickup has all the cut and bite you need to slice through a mix, while the neck pickup is warm, glassy, and articulate. The 2-piece select ash body provides the perfect resonant foundation, ensuring every note has that classic Tele snap and bloom. The Journeyman Relic finish gives it the look and feel of a guitar that's been loved and played for decades, with every check and ding telling a story.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Series: Time Machine

Orientation: Right-Hand

Color: Firemist Red

Country Of Origin: US

Headstock: Telecaster®

Neck Material: 1-Piece Quartersawn Maple

Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck Shape: 1957 Soft "V"

Neck Thickness: .850"

Neck Butt Width: 2.200"

Neck Thickness 12th Fret: .990"

Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)

Fingerboard Material: 1-Piece Quartersawn Maple Neck

Position Inlays: Black Micarta Dot - 0.25"

Number of Frets: 21

Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Heel Adjust

String Nut: Bone

Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)

Nut Material: Bone

Fret Size: Narrow Tall (6105)

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Body: 2-Piece Select Ash

Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Body Shape: Telecaster®

Body Style: Solid Body

Body Material: 2-Piece Select Ash

Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele® with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles

Pickguard: 1-Ply Eggshell

Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome

Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black

Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome

Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender® Logo

String Trees: American Vintage '56-'58

Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)

Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style

Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '58 Single-Coil Tele®

Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '58 Single-Coil Tele®

Pickup Configuration: SS

Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

Switching: 3-Position Blade: Pos 1. Bridge Pickup with Tone, Pos 2. Neck Pickup with Tone, Pos 3. Neck Pickup with Fixed Tone

Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Hardshell

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.