Fender James Burton Telecaster Mn, Blue Paisley Flames
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A Legendary Telecaster, True to Burton's DNA
James Burton has left a lasting mark on the history of the Telecaster, both through his cutting playing style and his sense of riff and accompaniment. This Fender James Burton Telecaster continues that legacy: it retains the direct and incisive character of the Tele, while adding an atypical electronic architecture (three pickups and dedicated switching) that immediately sets it apart in the lineup. The result: a signature that goes beyond mere aesthetic tribute, offering a true sonic and functional personality.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
This Telecaster is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an expressive, precise electric guitar capable of shifting from a sharp twang to rounder, combined tones. It excels in rock'n'roll, country, rock, americana, and pop, but its "Strat-o-Tele" switching also opens up more modern territories when playing with right-hand dynamics, volume, and tone.
The Sound
The basswood body delivers a balanced and comfortable response, with present mids and a clear attack, ideal for rhythms that need to remain articulate. The SSS (single-coil pickups) configuration, "specially designed James Burton" pickups, favors clarity, brightness, and note-by-note definition. The 5-position "Strat-o-Tele" selector offers combinations designed to expand the palette without losing the Tele spirit: from the biting bridge pickup to the scooped intermediate positions, up to the softer neck pickup. The S-1 Switch electronics add an extra dimension for varying textures, while the 6-saddle strings-thru-body bridge contributes to stability, sustain, and precise intonation.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel and balance, this guitar naturally accepts .009-.042 string sets (like the included set). For transport, the included vintage tweed case is the safest solution, and the supplied strap and cable allow for immediate use.
Technical specifications
| Category | TL | Fingerboard | Maple |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Blue |
| Type | electric guitar | Nut material | synthetic bone |
| Body shape | Telecaster | Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| Body wood | basswood | Hardware | gold-plated |
| Body finish | urethane | Bridge | 6-saddle American Series Strings-Thru-Body Strat with block-style saddles |
| Pickguard | none | Tuners | Deluxe Cast/Sealed with Pearl Buttons |
| Knobs | knurled Flat-Top | Pickup configuration | SSS |
| Neck wood | maple | Neck pickup | specially designed James Burton |
| Neck finish | satin urethane | Middle pickup | specially designed James Burton |
| Neck profile | "60s U" | Bridge pickup | specially designed James Burton |
| Truss rod | Bi-Flex | Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone |
| Truss rod wrench | 1/8" Hex (Allen) | Special electronics | S-1 Switch |
| Inlays | black dot | Selector | 5-position blade switch, special "Strat-o-Tele" switching: Position 1. bridge pickup, Position 2. bridge and middle pickups, Position 3. bridge and neck pickups, Position 4. middle and neck pickups, Position 5. neck pickup |
| Number of frets | 21 | Orientation | right-handed |
| Fret size | vintage style | Unique features | special '60s U-shaped neck, James Burton pickups with special design, Paisley Flame finish on models (887) and (888), Strat-o-Tele switching with S-1 switch |
| Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Accessories | vintage tweed case, strap, cable |
| Nut width | 42 mm / 1.650" | Case/Bag | vintage tweed case |
Questions frequently asked
What sounds does the Fender James Burton Telecaster Mn Blue Paisley Flames offer?
The SSS pickup configuration combines three specially designed James Burton single-coil pickups for a clear and defined response. The alder body supports prominent mids and a sharp attack.
How does the 5-position Strat-o-Tele switch work?
The switch offers bridge only, bridge + middle, bridge + neck, middle + neck, and neck only positions. The third position directly combines the bridge and neck pickups.
Is the James Burton Telecaster suitable for country and rock?
This model is suitable for country, rock'n'roll, rock, americana, and pop genres. The bridge pickup provides bite, while the neck pickup delivers a softer response. The combined positions expand the available tonal textures.
What is the neck profile and radius?
A maple neck with a '60s U profile is paired with a maple fingerboard with a 9.5-inch (241 mm) radius, featuring 21 vintage-style frets.
What accessories come with this guitar?
Included are a vintage tweed case, a strap, and a cable. The original setup features .009-.042 steel strings with a fixed 6-saddle strings-thru-body bridge.
