“It’s a hammer, and everyone needs a hammer”: Brian Fallon unveils no-nonsense “working man’s” signature ‘59 Telecaster
Fender has partnered with Brian Fallon – frontman of longstanding New Jersey rockers The Gaslight Anthem – on a new signature custom Telecaster.
A faithful recreation of the ‘59 Telecaster Fallon toured and recorded with during the early days of the band, the new Limited Edition Brian Fallon ‘59 Telecaster Custom is said to reflect the “sheer versatility of his playing style”, delivering the “perfect tonal balance between raw, powerful resonance and sweet, delicate chime”.
Staying true to Fallon’s original instrument, the guitar’s spec sheet includes a double-bound two-piece alder body finished in a sleek Journeyman Relic black lacquer, paired with a ‘60s-style Oval “C” maple neck and flat-laminated dark AAA 9.5”-radius rosewood fingerboard.
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Tones come by way of Righteous Sound “Fourth Man” pickups with Dual Stack HS Tele wiring, with the bridge pickup delivering a “mid-range snarl” and the split-coil neck pickup offering up warm, clear note definition”.
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Further specs include 21 vintage frets, a three-way selector switch, a ‘63 Telecaster bridge with RSD brass saddles, vintage-style tuning machines, and a bone nut.
“Brian’s honest and raw songwriting places him in an incredible group of influential voices from the last few decades,” says Chase Paul, Director of Product Development at the Fender Custom Shop.
“Working together with him on recreating every detail of his favourite Tele, we’re able to give his fans hands-on access to a guitar that helps drive him night in and night out.”
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“There’s only the switches, and the volume and the tone, and that’s really all you got so you better figure it out,” adds Brian Fallon.
“It’s about taking what you can do and making the best of that, and I think this is the guitar for that. If you need a hammer, that’s a hammer, and everyone needs a hammer. You cannot build a house without it.”
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“Growing up idolising both Bruce Springsteen and Joe Strummer, Brian’s love for this ‘working man’s’ instrument was undeniable,” Fender adds. “In his mind, a Telecaster matches his style – it not only represents his heroes but symbolises the same no-nonsense approach to songwriting and performing he admires.”
The Limited Edition Brian Fallon ‘59 Telecaster Custom is available now, priced at £6,199 / $6,825. Learn more at Fender.
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