From his early days as a sought-after session player to his legendary runs with David Lee Roth, Mötley Crüe and Rob Zombie, John 5 has spent nearly three decades cementing his place as one of the most in-demand guitarists on the planet. A lifelong Telecaster fanatic and advocate, John 5 designed this outrageously modernized machine to embody everything he loves about the Tele, while pushing it into bold new territory for a new generation of hard rock players.
Finished in a commanding black with matching headcap, the Phantom Telecaster® is as visually striking as it is sonically ferocious. DiMarzio® D'Activator™ pickups in the neck and bridge deliver the high-output, high-gain tones John 5 is known for, with tight low-end response and searing clarity that can cut through any mix. A Floyd Rose® FRTS2000 Special Series tremolo opens the door to extreme pitch manipulation and dive-bomb theatrics, without ever losing tuning stability. With a stripped-down control layout, a single volume knob and killswitch, this guitar keeps the focus where it belongs: on the music and the moment.
Features
- Black Finish with Matching Headcap
- "C"-Shaped Maple Neck with 12"-radius Indian Laurel Fingerboard
- DiMarzio® D'Activator™ Neck and Bridge Pickups
- Custom Single Volume knob & Killswitch Control Layout
- Floyd Rose® FRTS2000 Special Series Tremolo
- Signature Neck Plate
Specifications
GENERAL
Series: Artist Signature
Orientation: Right-Hand
Color: Black
Country of Origin: Indonesia
NECK
Headstock: Telecaster®
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Shape: Custom John 5 Medium "C"
Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Position Inlays: White Dot
Side Dots: White
Number of Frets: 22
String Nut: Floyd Rose® Special Locking
Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm)
Nut Material: Floyd Rose® Special Locking
Fret Size: Narrow Tall
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
BODY
Body: Nyatoh
Body Finish: Gloss Urethane Top, Satin Urethane Back
Body Shape: Telecaster®
Body Style: Solid Body
Body Material: Nyatoh
HARDWARE
Bridge: Floyd Rose® FRTS2000 Double Locking 2-Point Tremolo
Pickguard: 1-Ply Anodized
Pickup Covers: Black
Control Knobs: Black Speed
Hardware Finish: Black
Tuning Machines: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking
Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042 Gauges)
Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
ELECTRONICS
Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio® D Activator™
Neck Pickup: DiMarzio® D Activator™
Pickup Configuration: HH
Controls: Master Volume
Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickups, Position 3. Middle Pickup
Auxiliary Switching: Kill Switch
Shipping:
Shipping costs are calculated during checkout. Enter your shipping address in the checkout to view the shipping options for your purchase.
Note: Please ensure all address details are accurate, or select your address from the dropdown suggestions that appear once you start typing. Incorrect details may cause shipping options to be incorrect or not appear at all.
If you are unsure about the shipping cost, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Click and Collect Orders:
Once your order has been processed, you will receive an email informing you that your order is ready for collection.
Note: Click and Collect orders are usually processed the same or next business day of purchase. If you have not received an email and it is not in a junk/spam folder, feel free to contact us for an update.
Preorders:
When a product is displaying 'Preorder Now' instead of 'Add to cart', this means:
- the product is currently on order and,
- the product on order is available
You are able to purchase the product before it arrives, making sure you don't miss out on any exciting new releases!
If you would like to check the ETA or would like to put down a deposit to secure the product, please contact us or use the 'Request To Lay-by This Product Form' located above.
Pre-order Terms & Conditions can be found on the Lay-by, Special Orders & Preorders page.
