Fender Chris Shiflett Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe LTD, Charcoal Frost Metallic Overview
The Fender Chris Shiflett Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe LTD in Charcoal Frost Metallic is a bold, tour-tested guitar built to deliver hard-hitting tones and effortless playability, all while looking sleek on stage. Designed in collaboration with Foo Fighters’ Chris Shiflett, this guitar is optimized for live performances, cutting through the mix with its snarling, dirty tones or singing clean highs—perfect for any setting from stadium stages to the studio.
Key Features:
Alder Body with Belly Cut:
- The alder body provides a resonant foundation, delivering stadium-worthy tones that range from growling, overdriven chords to sparkling cleans. The belly cut ensures maximum comfort for long performances.
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish with Matching Headstock:
- The Charcoal Frost Metallic finish, paired with a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, gives the guitar a sleek, vintage vibe while allowing the wood to breathe for enhanced resonance. The matching painted headstock adds to the aesthetic appeal.
Custom Oval “C”-Shaped Maple Neck:
- The 25.5” scale maple neck features a comfortable custom oval “C” shape, perfect for both fast runs and smooth rhythm playing. This neck design allows for versatile performance, making it a go-to guitar for any rock guitarist.
12” Radius Rosewood Fingerboard:
- The slab rosewood fingerboard has a 12” radius and features 21 medium jumbo frets, providing smooth bends and fast, fiery leads. The white pearloid block inlays add an element of refined style to the instrument.
Chris Shiflett “Cleaver” Noiseless™ CS-90 Pickups:
- These custom pickups are at the heart of the Cleaver Telecaster’s sound, offering a powerful output with a midrange punch and bright, clear highs typical of vintage single coils, but with modern noiseless performance for hum-free clarity.
Hardtail Stratocaster® Bridge with Bent Steel Saddles:
- The string-through-body hardtail bridge enhances sustain and resonance, while the bent steel saddles provide solid intonation and tuning stability, especially important for energetic live performances.
F-Style Tuning Machines & Bone Nut:
- Vintage “F” tuning machines, paired with a bone nut and wing string tree with nylon spacer, ensure stable tuning, even during extended, high-energy sets.
Additional Specs:
- Matching Painted Headstock: Completes the refined aesthetic for a cohesive, polished look.
- Medium Jumbo Frets: Perfect for bending and lead playing, providing a smooth playing experience.
- Road-Ready Design: Tested on stages worldwide, this guitar is built to perform under demanding conditions.
