November 2026 Issue
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FENDER’S JUSTIN NORVELL

On The 75th Anniversary Telecaster

By Pete Prown · Vol. 28, No. 1 · November 2026

Seventy-five years after its introduction, the Telecaster remains one of the most adaptable designs in electric guitar history. Fender Chief Product Officer Justin Norvell discusses the instrument's longevity, Leo Fender's practical design philosophy and the balance between traditional construction and contemporary refinements. The interview addresses selected anniversary models and the thinking behind their features, while a separate unpacking introduces all five guitars in the collection. Together, they offer a closer understanding of the differences in pickups, neck profiles, electronics and appointments, and how those choices serve different playing styles and musical preferences.

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