1953 Fender Telecaster
An early example of one of the most recognizable and popular guitars ever conceived, the Fender Telecaster has been consistently in production in various forms for the last 60 years. This guitar was innovative with its single-cutaway design, bolt-on neck, adjustable saddle bridge, and unique dual single-coil pickups prized for their twang and versatility. This was truly a working musician's guitar and has remained so ever since.
GALLERY: Experience Music Project Guitar Collection
From Hendrix’s Woodstock Strat to Kurt Cobain’s Jaguar, the EMP Museum houses some of the most iconic and rare vintage guitars in the world.
By Corbin ReiffNov 28, 2012
Corbin Reiff
From the time he first picked up a copy of Led Zeppelin's The Song Remains the Same as a teenager, Corbin Reiff has been obsessed with music and guitar in particular. Originally from Sacramento, CA, Corbin joined the U.S. Army after graduating High School and spent five years in uniform including one year overseas in Iraq in 2009. After getting out Corbin has spent the last few years as a working music writer in the Seattle area where he lives with his wife Jenna and his two dogs, Hendrix and Page.