The Eternal Timeless ’56 T-Style Pickup Set draws inspiration from the defining sound of mid-1950s Telecaster® guitars — a period when the thicker voice associated with the early Broadcaster® era evolved into the bright, twang-forward tone that would become synonymous with classic country and rockabilly.
Using traditional materials, vintage-inspired winding techniques and careful hand-crafted construction, this set delivers the crisp articulation, tight low end and smooth shimmering highs associated with great mid-’50s examples.
The result is a balanced, expressive voice with the dynamic touch response players expect from hand-wound single coils.
Vintage-Inspired Construction
The Timeless ’56 set draws from construction techniques associated with mid-1950s pickup design.
Both pickups feature staggered Alnico 5 magnets, lacquer-insulated fibre flatwork and hand scatter-wound coils using plain enamel wire.
These traditional materials help produce the bright clarity, open high end and percussive response that made Telecaster®-style guitars the instrument of choice for early country, rock and blues pioneers.
The bridge pickup provides the crisp, snappy articulation associated with classic mid-’50s tones, while the neck pickup delivers a warm, expressive voice ideal for rhythm work and melodic leads.
Key Features
Inspired by mid-1950s Telecaster® pickups
Captures the balanced twang and clarity associated with the era.
Staggered Alnico 5 Magnets
Classic string balance and bright articulation.
Plain Enamel Coil Wire
Produces open highs and vintage-style twang.
Hand Scatter-Wound Coils
Enhances harmonic richness and touch sensitivity.
Lacquer-Insulated Forbon Flatwork
Traditional materials associated with classic single-coil construction.
Cloth Push-Back Lead Wires
Vintage-style wiring for authenticity and easy installation.
Aged or Unaged Options
Choose a pristine appearance or subtle vintage patina.
Tonal Profile
Lows
Tight and clear with excellent focus.
Mids
Balanced and slightly softer than early Broadcaster® tones.
Highs
Bright, smooth and glassy without harshness.
Overall
Open, dynamic and effortlessly twangy — ideal for classic country, rockabilly and roots rock tones.
Specifications
Bridge Pickup
~6.3kΩ DC Resistance
Neck Pickup
~7kΩ DC Resistance
Magnets
Staggered, Hand-Bevelled Alnico 5
Wire
42 AWG Plain Enamel (Bridge)
43 AWG Plain Enamel (Neck)
Flatwork
Lacquer-Insulated Forbon
Lead Wires
Vintage Cloth Push-Back
Potting
Light Wax
Mid-’50s Tele Tone
The Eternal Timeless ’56 T-Style Pickup Set captures the bright clarity, percussive attack and expressive touch response associated with mid-1950s Telecaster®-style guitars.
Whether you're seeking authentic country twang or simply want to add classic single-coil sparkle to your sound, the Timeless ’56 set delivers the character and musicality of this influential era.
Trademark Notice
Fender®, Telecaster®, Stratocaster®, Broadcaster®, Precision Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
These trademarks are used solely to describe compatibility or historical reference. Eternal Guitars is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
