TAPESTRY OF TONE

Fender’s Custom Shop guitars are the best the Californian company makes. And yet, within the Custom Shop itself, there is also another tier beyond that: guitars made by the company’s master builders, its most experienced and skilled luthiers, each of whom has their own signature style and specialisms. Dale Wilson’s guitars are particularly sought after, especially the exquisitely aged Relics he produces. But, like all the master builders, Dale is a hugely versatile guitar-maker and his talents are not limited to Relics – as his contribution to a series of ornate one-off Prestige instruments demonstrates.

Dale’s new Tapestry Telecaster was made in collaboration with the LA-based artist Pamelina who has worked on several high-profile guitars made in the Custom Shop. The resulting guitar is a dazzling one-off that takes its place alongside other unique pieces made by the Custom