Fender Custom Shop 1966 Telecaster DLX Closet Classic, Aged Lake Placid Blue

The Fender Custom Shop Telecaster DLX Closet Classic captures the look and feel of a carefully preserved vintage instrument, with subtle aging that reflects decades of natural wear while maintaining a clean overall appearance.

Finished in Closet Classic lacquer, it offers a lightly aged aesthetic that feels authentic without heavy relic treatment. The 2-piece select alder body delivers classic Tele tone with strong midrange presence, tight low end, and clear articulation.

The quartersawn maple neck with a ’60s Oval C profile provides stability and a comfortable playing feel, while the matching maple fingerboard adds snap and brightness to the overall response. The 9.5" radius and vintage-style frets offer a balanced mix of traditional feel and modern playability.

Equipped with Custom Shop hand-wound ’67 Telecaster single-coil pickups, this model delivers crisp attack, dynamic response, and classic Tele bite. The traditional ’67 wiring and 3-way switching provide straightforward control and reliable performance.

Weight: 7.95 lbs 

Specifications

General
• Model: Fender Custom Shop Telecaster
• Finish: DLX Closet Classic Lacquer

Body
• Body Material: 2-Piece Select Alder

Neck
• Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Neck Shape: ’60s Oval "C"
• Fingerboard Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fret Type: Jescar Vintage (45085)
• Nut Material: Bone

Hardware
• Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style String-Through-Body Tele Bridge with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
• String Tree: American Vintage ’56–’58
• Pickguard: 3-Ply White

Electronics
• Pickups: Custom Shop Hand-Wound ’67 Telecaster Single-Coil
• Wiring: ’67 Telecaster Wiring
• Switching: 3-Position Blade

Additional Info
• Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case Included
• Accessories: Strap, Certificate of Authenticity