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Nash Guitar T-69TL Desert Sand

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Bill Nash is an expert in building vintage guitars, having worked with countless instruments over the years. His extensive knowledge ensures that each Nash T-69TL looks authentically aged with control knobs, pickguards, a dinged and scratched finish, and aged hardware. Despite its vintage appearance, the modern techniques used in its construction guarantee that it plays like a brand-new instrument. Each Nash T-69TL is handcrafted, making every guitar unique. It boasts a maple fingerboard, an alder body, and Lollar hand-wound pickups. The bridge features a high-quality aged Gotoh Compensated Saddle, crafted from top-shelf materials, and the entire guitar undergoes an aging process to achieve its distinctive wear and tear.

 

alder body

desert sand color

3-ply black pickguard

Lollar Vintage T (Neck), Lollar Special T (Bridge)

C neck shape

Maple fingerboard

Light aging

 

The Nash Guitars T-69TL in Desert Sand is part of the T-Style series, which is inspired by the classic Telecaster design but features custom craftsmanship and modern upgrades. Nash Guitars are known for their high-quality instruments with an aged, vintage feel, designed for players who want a traditional vibe but with modern playability and sound. The T-69TL is a specific model with unique features that blend vintage aesthetics with modern upgrades.

Here are the detailed specifications for the Nash T-69TL Desert Sand:

General Overview:

  • Model: Nash Guitars T-69TL Desert Sand
  • Type: Custom Telecaster-style electric guitar
  • Body Shape: Telecaster-inspired (T-Style)
  • Finish: Desert Sand (aged, light relic finish)
  • Made in: USA (Handcrafted)

Body:

  • Wood:
    • Alder , which are both classic options for T-style guitars. Alder provides a balanced, clear tone, 
  • Finish:
    • Aged Desert Sand nitrocellulose lacquer finish. The relicing process gives the guitar a worn-in look and feel, as if it’s been played for years, offering a vintage vibe without the need to wait decades for aging.
  • Body Weight: Typically in the range of 7.5 - 8.5 lbs, depending on the wood used.

Neck:

  • Neck Wood: Maple 
  • Neck Shape: '60s-style "C" profile (classic Tele neck profile). This is a comfortable, medium-thick neck shape that suits a variety of playing styles.
  • Fingerboard Wood: Maple 
  • Fingerboard Radius: 10" radius (a modern, versatile radius that works well for both chordal and lead playing).
  • Scale Length: 25.5" (classic Fender scale length).
  • Frets: 21 medium-jumbo frets for comfortable playability, especially in bending and lead playing.
  • Nut Width: Typically 1.650" (standard Fender nut width).
  • Neck Finish: Satin finish with a smooth feel for easy playability and a vintage-style "worn-in" look.

Pickups:

  • Neck Pickup: Custom-wound Single-Coil pickup (vintage-style sound with clarity and warmth).
  • Bridge Pickup: Custom-wound Single-Coil pickup (classic Tele sound with bright, punchy tone and pronounced high-end).
  • Pickup Configuration: S/S (single-coil pickups in both positions).
  • Pickup Switching: Traditional 3-way switch (Bridge, Bridge + Neck, Neck).

Electronics:

  • Controls:
    • 1 Volume control
    • 1 Tone control (both controls are vintage-style with smooth, usable sweeps).
  • Capacitors: High-quality components for a clear, responsive tone.
  • Wiring: Vintage-style wiring for a traditional tone and feel.

Hardware:

  • Bridge: Vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with brass saddles (enhancing sustain and delivering classic Tele "twang").
  • Tuners: Vintage-style known for their smooth operation and vintage look.

Aesthetic and Relic Treatment:

  • Relic Level: The Desert Sand finish is lightly aged, offering a “light relic” appearance with natural wear and tear. This includes:
    • Light dings, scratches, and checking in the finish
    • Worn areas on the neck and edges of the body
  • The guitar's overall aesthetic is designed to replicate the feel of a well-loved vintage instrument.

Additional Features:

  • Neck Joint: Traditional 4-bolt neck plate with smooth, contoured joint for better playability and comfort.

Tone and Playability:

  • Sound:
    • The T-69TL Desert Sand delivers a classic Tele sound, with crisp highs, tight lows, and a bright, cutting tone from the bridge pickup. The neck pickup provides warmth and a slightly darker tone with a smooth character. The overall sound is full, punchy, and responsive to touch and dynamics.
    • The vintage-style pickups retain the bright, clear tones that Telecasters are famous for, while the relic finish adds a slightly "broken-in" quality that makes it feel comfortable and easy to play right out of the box.

Summary:

The Nash T-69TL Desert Sand is a custom-crafted, Telecaster-style guitar that blends vintage design with high-quality craftsmanship. It offers classic Tele tones, playability, and aesthetics, along with a modern take on the relic look. The Desert Sand finish and aged hardware add to the guitar’s vintage vibe, making it ideal for players seeking a classic instrument with a touch of personality and a great tone.

The T-69TL is an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable, vintage-inspired guitar with a modern touch, providing a versatile platform for various genres, from country and blues to rock and pop.

 

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