Fender has unveiled its latest collaboration with Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett, the Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe. This long-awaited signature model is designed to deliver the signature sound of Shiflett’s beloved P-90 Telecaster but at a more accessible price point.
A Classic Design with Modern Twists
The Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe boasts a classic Telecaster body shape with a comfortable belly cut. It is paired with a smooth C-shape maple neck and a 12″ radius rosewood fretboard.
The guitar’s core components include a string-through-body hardtail bridge and F-style tuning machines, ensuring rock-solid stability and classic Telecaster aesthetics.
Pre-orders are open now.
- Charcoal Frost Metallic at Andertons
- Dakota Red at Andertons
- Charcoal Frost Metallic at Thomann
- Dakota Red at Thomann
Custom P-90 Pickups for Signature Tone
The heart of the Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe lies in its custom Chris Shiflett ‘Cleaver’ Noiseless CS-90 pickups. These P-90-style pickups deliver a powerful midrange punch and singing highs, without any hum, providing the versatile tone that Shiflett demands for his diverse musical style.
Key Features
- Custom Chris Shiflett ‘Cleaver’ Noiseless CS-90 pickups
- Classic Telecaster body shape with a comfortable belly cut
- Smooth C-shape maple neck with 12″-radius rosewood fingerboard
- String-through-body hardtail bridge and F-style tuning machines
- Available in Charcoal Frost Metallic and Dakota Red
A Versatile Guitar for Any Style
Whether you’re playing hard-hitting rock ‘n’ roll or soulful country blues, the Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe can handle it all. Its versatile tone and comfortable playability make it an excellent choice for guitarists of all skill levels.
The Chris Shiflett Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe is available now for $2,499.
- Charcoal Frost Metallic at Andertons
- Dakota Red at Andertons
- Charcoal Frost Metallic at Thomann
- Dakota Red at Thomann
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