Essential Information About the "CS Esquire 1950 MN Double Relic Aged Nocaster Blonde" Guitar
- Blackguard Authenticity: Nitro finish "Nocaster Blonde" with Double Relic aging for the look and feel of a 1950 played for decades.
- '51 Modified Nocaster Electronics: two Custom Shop '50/'51 Blackguard pickups, volume + Blend control and 3-position selector for a wide range of tones.
- Vintage-modern Playability: compound radius 7.25"-9.5" (184-241 mm) and Medium Vintage frets for precise playing without losing the vintage feel.
- Light Ash, Snappy Sustain: selected 2-piece body, Tele bridge with brass saddles for attack, twang, and resonance.
At the Origins of the "Blackguard" Myth
Inspired by the very first Esquire/Nocaster models from 1950, this Custom Shop version reproduces the recipe that shaped the sound of country, blues, and early rock. Thin nitrocellulose lacquer, lightweight ash, and vintage hardware compose a collectible instrument designed primarily for stage and studio use.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Designed for
intermediate to expert guitarists, it will appeal to fans of
country, blues, roots rock, rockabilly, and twangy pick textures. Thanks to the Blend control and two pickups, it also covers more modern styles where dynamics and precision are key.
The Sound
The
Custom Shop '50/'51 Blackguard single-coil pickups deliver a snappy attack, bright highs, and gritty mids. The
'51 Modified Nocaster wiring offers three essential voicings, while the Blend potentiometer allows fine adjustment of the balance between pickups. The Tele bridge with brass saddles adds brightness and sustain, while the ash body and very thin nitro finish enhance resonance and responsiveness to playing nuances.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Prefer
nickel strings .010-.046 (Fender 250 type) to maintain original tension and balance. A
"nitro-safe" wall or stand mount prevents any reaction with the nitrocellulose finish. For standing play, a
2"-2.5" leather strap provides comfort and stability. An
adjustable capo compatible with a vintage 7.25"-9.5" radius will ensure optimal intonation across the fretboard.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Scale Length: 25.5" / 648 mm
- Wood: 2-piece ash with offset joint, selected for lightness
- Finish: nitrocellulose lacquer, "Double Relic" aging, "Nocaster Blonde" color
Neck
- Neck Wood: maple, quarter-sawn
- Neck Finish: nitrocellulose lacquer
- Profile: "1950 Blackguard"
- Fingerboard: maple
- Radius: compound 7.25" to 9.5" (184 mm to 241 mm)
- Frets: 21 Medium Vintage (47095)
- Nut Width: 41.3 mm / 1.63"
- Nut Material: bone
Hardware
- Bridge: Tele '51-'54 with brass saddles
- Tuners: Fender/Gotoh Vintage Style
- Hardware Finish: nickel/chrome
- Installed Strings: Fender Super 250R nickel-plated steel .010-.046
Electronics
- Neck Pickup: Fender Custom Shop '50/'51 Blackguard (single-coil)
- Bridge Pickup: Fender Custom Shop '50/'51 Blackguard (single-coil)
- Wiring: '51 Modified Nocaster
- Controls: master volume, Blend control, 3-position selector
Miscellaneous
- Case: Fender Custom Tweed Hardshell Case (included)
- Included Accessories: Fender Custom Shop leather strap, picks, certificate of authenticity
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