Fender 70th Anniversary Broadcaster Blackguard Blonde

The Fender 70th Anniversary Broadcaster in Blackguard Blonde is a very special celebratory model. Produced in 2020 only to mark 70 years since the introduction of Fender’s groundbreaking Broadcaster electric guitar, this Anniversary model features period-correct specs: Ash body; Blackguard Blonde lacquer finish; black phenolic pickguard; thick “U”-shaped neck; Custom Shop-designed Original Blackguard pickups - the list goes on. The playing experience is an insight into the inception of the modern electric guitar, such as very few will have. Supplied in an appropriate Vintage Tweed Case, this guitar is an investment if ever we saw one.

The Fender 70th Anniversary Broadcaster in Blackguard Blonde is now available from Merchant City Music, online and in our Glasgow store. We are Glasgow's longest-established guitar specialist, shipping fast to our customers in the UK, Europe and beyond. Every instrument we sell is subjected to a rigorous check over and professional set up, ensuring you receive the best possible example.

Fender 70th Anniversary Broadcaster in Blackguard Blonde

In the fall of 1950, the world of guitar and popular music changed forever with the introduction of the Broadcaster®, Fender’s first solid body electric guitar with a truss rod and two pickups. A few short months later, a telegram from Gretsch®, owner of the BroadKaster® trademark, ended Fender’s use of the name. For a short time, the word "Broadcaster" was simply clipped off the headstock decal - these guitars are known as "Nocaster®s." Thereafter, this revolutionary guitar was dubbed the Telecaster®. Original Broadcaster models, of which only 250 are thought to have been produced, have become highly collectible.

The Fender® 70th Anniversary Broadcaster celebrates the remarkable origins of one of Fender’s most iconic models. Features include an ash body with Blackguard Blonde lacquer finish, period-correct black phenolic pickguard, thick "U"-shaped neck, Custom Shop-designed Original Blackguard pickups, special anniversary neck plate, embroidered case and a custom COA. The controls are wired for standard Telecaster operation, while an optional original Broadcaster wiring kit, included in the case, can be installed to replicate the unique "blend" circuit used in original Broadcasters. Production of the 70th Anniversary Broadcaster will be limited to 2020 only.