Fender Custom Shop 75th Anniversary Telecaster Bass Journeyman Relic - Super Faded Shoreline Gold

The Fender Custom Shop 75th Anniversary Telecaster Bass Journeyman Relic is a striking tribute to one of the most storied basses in Fender history. Introduced in 1968, the Telecaster Bass was Fender’s first “reissue”—a faithful revival of the original 1951 Precision Bass with its slab body, oversized pickguard and Telecaster-style headstock. This limited-edition Custom Shop creation brings together two defining eras of the Tele Bass with a unique dual-pickup design, pairing the articulate punch of a ’55 Precision Bass single-coil with the deep authority of a Curtis Novak WRHB humbucker inspired by the 1972 Tele Bass. A lightweight two-piece select ash body and one-piece quartersawn maple neck deliver lively response and rock-solid stability, while the Super Faded Shoreline Gold finish with Journeyman Relic aging captures the look and feel of a well-played vintage original. Period-inspired details—including stacked ’60s Jazz Bass-style controls and a two-saddle vintage-style P Bass bridge—complete a design that celebrates Fender’s early bass history while providing stage-ready performance for today’s players.

Select Ash Body and Journeyman Relic Lacquer for Resonant Vintage Character

A two-piece select ash body forms the tonal foundation of the 75th Anniversary Telecaster Bass, delivering the lively attack, balanced low end and articulate response that have long defined classic Fender basses. The Journeyman Relic nitro lacquer finish recreates decades of natural wear, with subtle checking and gentle aging that give the instrument the look and feel of a well-loved vintage original while allowing the body to resonate freely. Finished in Super Faded Shoreline Gold, the worn-in aesthetic pairs perfectly with the oversized one-ply parchment Tele Bass pickguard, reinforcing the unmistakable visual identity of this historic design.

Quartersawn Maple Neck With ’55 Soft "V"Profile for Classic Early-Fender Feel

A one-piece quartersawn maple neck brings both structural strength and classic Fender character to the Telecaster Bass design. Carved to a 1955 Soft "V" profile, the neck offers a distinctive early-Fender feel that sits comfortably in the hand while providing a solid anchor for groove-driven playing. The 7.25" fingerboard radius preserves the traditional curvature of vintage Fender instruments, while 20 narrow-tall frets add a touch of modern precision for clean articulation across the neck. Together, these elements create a playing platform that balances historical authenticity with dependable Custom Shop performance.

Dual-Era Tele Bass Pickups With Concentric Controls for Expanded Tonal Range

This limited-edition Telecaster Bass draws from two distinct chapters of Fender bass history with a unique dual-pickup configuration. In the bridge position, a Custom Shop hand-wound ’55 Precision Bass single-coil delivers the focused punch and articulate attack of the earliest P Bass designs. At the neck, a Curtis Novak Wide Range humbucker recreates the powerful low-end presence introduced on the 1972 Telecaster Bass, offering thick, authoritative tone with impressive clarity. The two pickups are managed through ’60s Jazz Bass–style concentric controls, providing independent volume and tone adjustments that allow players to blend the single-coil snap and humbucker depth with remarkable precision.

Vintage-Inspired Tele Bass Hardware for Classic Style and Reliable Performance

Period-correct hardware completes the Telecaster Bass design with a balance of historical authenticity and dependable performance. A vintage-style two-saddle Precision Bass bridge anchors the strings for strong sustain and the distinctive attack associated with early Fender basses. ’55 Precision Bass tuning machines provide smooth, reliable tuning stability, complemented by a bone nut and vintage disc string tree for consistent string tension and articulate note response. Together with the oversized pickguard and chrome control plate, these details reinforce the unmistakable visual identity of the Telecaster Bass while delivering the enduring reliability players expect from a Fender.

A Custom Shop Celebration of Telecaster Bass History

Built as part of the limited-edition celebration to Fender’s enduring legacy of electric bass innovation, the Custom Shop 75th Anniversary Telecaster Bass Journeyman Relic captures the spirit of one of the company’s most distinctive bass designs. By combining the articulate punch of a ’55 Precision Bass pickup with the commanding power of a Wide Range humbucker inspired by the 1972 Telecaster Bass, this instrument bridges two defining eras of Fender bass tone. From its select ash body and quartersawn maple neck to its period-correct hardware and vintage-inspired electronics, every detail reflects the meticulous craftsmanship of the Fender Custom Shop. Supplied with a deluxe hardshell case, strap and certificate of authenticity, it stands as both a collector-worthy tribute and a powerful instrument built for today’s players.