Description
Discover unparalleled tonal depth with the Paranormal Troy Van Leeuwen Telecaster® XII. Crafted for musicians seeking versatility and expressive sound, this 12-string Telecaster merges the iconic Telecaster bite with rich harmonic layers and vibrant complexity. Inspired by Troy Van Leeuwen’s acclaimed work with bands like Queens of the Stone Age and A Perfect Circle, it delivers both power and subtle nuance, finished in a stunning custom Copper Age gloss.
Designed for comfort and precision, this model boasts player-friendly features tailored specifically for 12-string performance. Perfect for professionals and collectors, it exemplifies masterful craftsmanship, modern innovation and compelling style.
Main Features
- Nyatoh body with a glossy Copper Age finish for a distinct vintage look
- Smooth “C” shaped maple neck with 25.5" scale length for effortless playability
- 1.6875" nut width optimised for comfortable 12-string chord fingering
- Fender Designed Alnico single-coil pickups providing crisp, dynamic classic Telecaster tone
- Custom Telecaster XII headstock ensuring aesthetic appeal and tuning stability
- Telecaster 12-string top-load/string-through bridge offering superb tuning reliability and vibrant resonance
Elevate your musical expression with the Paranormal Troy Van Leeuwen Telecaster® XII, a guitar that adds rich depth, complexity and unmistakable style to every note.
Specifications
General
- Series: Artist
- Orientation: Right-Hand
- Colour: Copper
- Country of Origin: Indonesia
Neck
- Headstock: Telecaster® XII
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Neck Shape: “C”
- Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
- Position Inlays: Pearloid Dot
- Side Dots: White
- Number of Frets: 21
- Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
- Nut Material: Micarta
- Fret Size: Narrow Tall
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Body
- Body Material: Nyatoh
- Body Shape: Telecaster®
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Hardware
- Bridge: Telecaster® 12-String Top-Load/String-Through
- Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
- Pickup Covers: Neck – Chrome; Bridge – None
- Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
- Switch Tip: Black
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Vintage Style
- Strings: 12-String Nickel Plated Steel (.010/.010, .013/.013, .017/.008, .026/.012, .036/.018, .046/.026)
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Fender Designed™ Alnico Single-Coil
- Neck Pickup: Fender Designed™ Alnico Single-Coil
- Pickup Configuration: SS
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Blade (Position 1: Bridge Pickup, Position 2: Middle, Position 3: Neck Pickup)
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What makes the Paranormal Troy Van Leeuwen Telecaster® XII unique?
This model uniquely combines the classic Telecaster tone with 12-string harmonic richness, enhanced by Troy Van Leeuwen’s influence and a distinctive Copper Age finish.
➤ Is this guitar suitable for beginners?
While designed for professional and advanced players seeking versatile 12-string performance, experienced beginners can enjoy its comfortable neck profile and intuitive playability.
➤ What type of pickups does it have?
It is equipped with Fender Designed™ Alnico single-coil pickups on both bridge and neck for crisp and dynamic Telecaster-style tone.
➤ How is the tuning stability on this 12-string guitar?
The guitar features a Telecaster 12-string top-load/string-through bridge combined with vintage-style tuning machines to provide excellent tuning reliability and resonance.
➤ What materials are used in the construction?
The body is crafted from Nyatoh wood with a gloss polyurethane finish, while the neck is made from maple with an Indian Laurel fingerboard, ensuring quality tone and durability.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Fender Warranty Information: 2 Years on most products - see Fender for details
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
