Red, White & Twang: Cosmic country guitar slinger Daniel Donato recently took Fender's new Buck Owens Telecaster for a spin on Instagram, proving this throwback Tele can deliver everything from traditional twang to modern, smooth tones. This signature model pays tribute to the country legend’s iconic “Bakersfield Sound.”
The Story Behind This Guitar
Buck Owens' original American flag-inspired Telecaster helped make him one of the defining voices of the biting, bright sound of Bakersfield country in the 1960s. His guitar was as recognizable as Owens’ signature style, representing a raw alternative to Nashville’s polished productions. It made him stand out on stage, that's for sure!
From Bakersfield to the Drawing Board
The Fender Custom Shop has worked hard to get every detail of Owens’ original guitar right, with the patriotic red, silver, and blue sparkle finish that lights up the stage just like Buck’s original.
"Buck's Telecaster wasn’t just a guitar – it was a statement about country music’s ability to rock."
Justin Norvell, EVP of Fender Products.
Amazing Design With Incredible High-End Bite
This guitar begins with a chunky, late-’50s, C-profile, 1-piece maple neck, topped with a chord-friendly, old-school 7.25-inch radius. It provides a slick enough performance, and you can see it right here.
Where Tradition Meets Cosmic Elevation
In Donato’s hands, the guitar proves its versatility, shifting effortlessly from classic Bakersfield twang to 'cosmic exploration.' The custom pickups offer the unmistakable Tele snap with all the output a modern player could need. As it turns out, a guitar really can be both traditional and modern.
A "Time Machine" of an Instrument
The Fender Buck Owens Telecaster bridges the gap between vintage authenticity and modern playability, bringing a piece of country history to players in a stage-ready format for today. Pick up the guitar on Sweetwater, and test it out for a reasonable investment, considering how timeless this guitar will be in anyone's collection.
Get Your Hands on History
The Fender Buck Owens Telecaster is available now on Sweetwater for $1,999.99, with financing options starting at $56.67/month for 36 months.
