Catch John Osborne lighting up the stage with his Grammy-winning band, the Brothers Osborne, and you’ll find him slinging a well-loved mongrel of a Tele as his go-to guitar. The Fender John Osborne Telecaster pays tribute to that iconic axe, right down to the custom pickguard and battle-scarred Olympic White nitro lacquer coat. This alder-bodied Tele’s tone draws from a set of custom-voiced pickups, replicating the biting sound of John’s own 6-string with cutting clarity, a tight low-end focus, and ideal string-to-string balance. Flip the guitar around to be greeted by the Fender John Osborne Tele’s star feature — a rock-solid B-bender system that allows you to achieve full-step pedal steel-style swells simply by pulling down on your strap. You also get a top-shelf set of Fender hardware to ensure arena-ready reliability, including an ashtray bridge with compensated brass saddles and late-1960s-accurate F-stamped tuning machines. A Road Worn, oil-finished 1968 C-shaped maple neck completes the package with a slick feel on your fingers, sporting a vintage-accurate maple cap, an old-school 7.25-inch radius, and a set of jumbo-sized frets for effortless bends.

Fender John Osborne Telecaster at a Glance:

• Alder body with Road Worn® Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish in Olympic White
• Road Worn® Oil Finished 1968 "C"-shape Maple Neck with Maple Cap Fingerboard
• Custom Voiced John Osborne Telecaster Pickups
• Fender B String Bender
• Custom John Osborne pickguard
• Includes Vintage-Style Hardshell Case

John Osborne: carrying the torch of classic country authenticity

As one-half of the Brothers Osborne, John Osborne has cemented himself as one of modern country music’s brightest guitarists. Since 2012, John and his brother TJ have secured a string of Billboard hits, seven Academy of Country Music awards, and a whopping 14 Grammy nominations with a win for the Best Country/Duo Group Performance in 2025 for their song “Break Mine.” Along the way, John found his signature voice by combining the perfectly worn-in neck of his treasured ’68 Tele with a B-bender-equipped body. The Fender John Osborne Telecaster emulates every element of that iconic instrument, right down to the custom pickguard design made by one of John’s trusted luthiers.

Replicate the soaring sound of a pedal steel

That’s no standard knob located behind the Fender John Osborne Tele’s bridge — it’s an expressive B-bender mechanism, allowing you to bend the pitch of the B string simply by pulling down on your strap. This system is a favorite of Music Experience's country pickers for its ability to mimic the high, lonesome wail of a pedal steel, adding a vocal-like quality to your leads or a touch of twangy flair to your rhythms. What’s more, the Fender John Osborne Telecaster’s rear panel is crafted from clear material to put the B-bender’s engineering excellence on full display.

Twang with the best of them

Every bit of this Tele has been precisely modded to fit John Osborne’s exacting requirements, from the signature pickguard to the oil-finished, 1968 C-shaped maple neck. Of course, that includes a set of custom-voiced single-coils, complete with a distinctly cover-free neck pickup. Under the hood, these classic Tele pickups are tweaked by John to sing with enhanced clarity and bite, blending chiming highs with a punchy midrange and a tight bass response. The result? A set of pickups that delivers the most classic Tele tones you could ever ask for while simultaneously boasting a subtly modernized character that shines through any mix.

What Fender Says...

Grammy-winning guitarist and songwriter John Osborne has captivated country music with his distinctive artistry, earning multiple top 10 hits, seven Academy of Country Music awards and six Country Music Association awards. His masterful guitar work and inspired songwriting continue to build a devoted fanbase, solidifying his position as one of country music's most influential and prominent artists.

The B String Bender Advantage

This highly-customized Telecaster features Fender's own B string bending mechanism – the secret weapon that encourages pedal steel-like chords and lead lines by raising the B string’s pitch up to a whole step.

Authentic John Osborne Specifications

Closely modeled after his personal guitar; this instrument delivers professional-grade performance with classic Fender craftsmanship. The alder body provides balanced tone and sustain, while the Road Worn® oil finished '68-style maple neck with maple cap fingerboard offers smooth playability and vintage aesthetics.

Road-Tested Style and Sound

The Road Worn® Olympic White finish captures the authentic wear and character of a gigging musician's trusted instrument. With custom-voiced John Osborne Telecaster pickups, custom pickguard and 3 compensated brass barrel saddles, the John Osborne signature Telecaster delivers everything from shimmering clean tones to growling overdrive.

Alder Body with Road Worn® Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish in Olympic White

This classic Fender® tonewood is known for resonance, punch and clarity and delivers balanced tone with excellent sustain. The Road Worn® nitrocellulose lacquer finish in Olympic White provides authentic vintage aesthetics with carefully aged wear patterns that capture decades of playing history and stage-worn character.

Road Worn® Oil Finished 1968 "C"-Shape Maple Neck with Maple Cap

The 1968 "C"-shaped maple neck is comfortable at the 1st fret and has a modest taper towards the 12th, while the smooth Road Worn oil finish makes flying up and down the neck a breeze and captures the look and feel of decades of stage and studio use.

Custom Voiced John Osborne Telecaster Pickups

Voiced to replicate John Osborne's signature sound, these custom Telecaster® pickups are specially designed to deliver slightly higher output and HiFi-like tones. This unique and balanced pickup set places an emphasis on sparkling highs, prominent mids, and tight bass response.

Fender B String Bender

Instant pitch-bending capability with smooth, reliable operation is delivered by the Fender B String Bender, allowing players to achieve seamless whole-step bends on the B string through subtle body movement for expressive lead lines and signature bending techniques.

Custom John Osborne Pickguard

Distinctive styling and signature visual appeal are delivered by the custom John Osborne pickguard, which completes the authentic look.

Includes Vintage-Style Hardshell Case

Superior protection during transport and storage is provided by the included vintage-style hardshell case, featuring durable construction and plush interior lining while maintaining authentic vintage styling.