Fender Jim Root Signature Telecaster Electric Guitar - Shoreline Gold

Jim Root's signature Fender guitars have long been defined by a stripped-down approach that prioritizes precision, power and high-gain performance. Heard on Slipknot tracks such as "Duality" and "Psychosocial" as well as throughout Stone Sour's catalog, Jim's playing style demands an instrument built for tight rhythm work, aggressive attack and uncompromising clarity. The Jim Root Signature Telecaster electric guitar brings that formula to a striking Shoreline Gold finish for the first time in his Fender lineup, pairing a mahogany Telecaster body with active EMG 81 and EMG 60 pickups, a fast-playing 12" radius ebony fingerboard, locking tuners and a hardtail string-through-body bridge. Designed for modern rock and metal players, this artist-signature Tele combines premium performance features with the focused simplicity that has become a hallmark of Jim's signature instruments.

A New Look for a Proven Signature Platform

For the first time in his Fender signature lineup, Jim Root's performance-focused Telecaster trades its familiar black-and-white aesthetic for a bold Shoreline Gold gloss finish. The guitar keeps the stripped-down identity of his previous Fender models, with minimal controls, blacked-out hardware, aggressive active electronics and a classic Tele silhouette built around modern-metal performance. The result is still unmistakably Jim Root, but with a more distinctive visual treatment for players and collectors who want a different take on his no-nonsense signature formula.

Mahogany Body With Active EMG Pickups

The mahogany solidbody gives this Telecaster a dense, focused foundation for heavy rhythm playing, while the active EMG pickup set delivers the high-output response Jim's style demands. An EMG 81 in the bridge position provides tight attack, sharp definition and saturated drive for palm-muted riffs and cutting leads. The EMG 60 neck pickup adds fluid sustain and clarity for lead lines, cleaner passages and darker textures, with a 3-position blade switch offering bridge, bridge-and-neck and neck pickup settings.

Fast Ebony Fingerboard and Modern Neck Feel

A satin urethane maple neck with a modern "C" profile gives the guitar a smooth, familiar feel without slowing down the player's hand. The ebony fingerboard uses a flatter 12" radius and 22 jumbo frets, giving players room for heavy fretting pressure, wide vibrato and faster lead work. A 1.65" synthetic bone nut, Bi-Flex truss rod and 25.5" scale length keep the playing platform rooted in Fender feel while supporting the tighter response expected from a modern high-gain instrument.

Hardtail Stability and Blacked-Out Hardware

The 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge with block saddles reinforces the guitar's direct, no-frills response, adding tuning stability and a firm attack for heavy picking. Deluxe staggered cast/sealed locking tuners help speed up string changes and keep the setup stable, while the black hardware, 1-ply black pickguard, black control knob, black switch tip and custom 4-bolt neck plate complete the streamlined signature look.

Minimal Controls for Direct High-Gain Focus

The control layout is intentionally simple: one master volume knob and a 3-position blade switch. That stripped-down design keeps the player focused on the pickups, amp and right-hand dynamics rather than extra switching or tone-shaping distractions. It is a practical setup for rock and metal guitarists who need fast access to aggressive bridge tones, smoother neck sounds and a combined pickup position without overcomplicating the instrument.

A Signature Telecaster Built for Modern Metal

From the crushing rhythms of Slipknot to the melodic heaviness of Stone Sour, Jim Root has built his reputation on precision, articulation and controlled aggression. The Jim Root Tele reflects that same philosophy through its active EMG electronics, premium hardware, fast-playing ebony fingerboard and streamlined control layout. Whether you're chasing Jim's signature tones or simply need a purpose-built instrument for modern rock and metal, the Jim Root Signature Telecaster delivers the focused performance and uncompromising attitude that define one of heavy music's most recognizable guitar voices.