Eternal Timeless '68 Special Telecaster Pickup Set
The Classic Late-‘60s Voice — With Extra Grit and Muscle
The Eternal Timeless '68 Special Telecaster Pickup Set takes everything we love about the iconic late-‘60s Tele tone — the snap, the bite, the clarity — and adds a touch more punch and presence where it counts. This is the sound of ‘68, reimagined for players who want a little more authority and attitude, without sacrificing the unmistakable vintage voice.
Vintage Roots, Modern Refinement
We started with the authentic building blocks: grey-bottom flatwork, Imperial staggered Alnico 5 magnets, and hand-wound Plain Enamel coil wire, all true to the era. But for the bridge pickup, we’ve upped the wind count—giving it a thicker, meatier voice with enhanced mids, perfect for punchy rock rhythms, ripping blues leads, and Tele twang with extra muscle.
The neck pickup, available with a nickel-silver cover as standard, retains the warm, smoky sweetness of a great vintage Tele neck unit — clear, articulate, and perfectly balanced against the hotter bridge. Together, they form a set that honours the past but plays to the demands of modern hands.
Key Features
- Staggered Alnico 5 Magnets – Period-correct stagger and hand finishing for vintage tone and string balance.
- Grey Bottom Flatwork on bridge pickup – Accurate to late-‘60s specs.
Hand-Wound with Plain Enamel Wire – Scatter-wound by hand to capture authentic harmonic depth and clarity.
- Hotter Bridge Wind – Adds extra midrange punch and output, without losing the Tele’s essential character.
- Nickel-Silver Covered Neck Pickup – Enhances clarity and preserves the sweet top-end.
- Light Nitrocellulose Lacquer Potting – Preserves just the right touch of microphonic liveliness for organic feel and response.
Tonal Profile
- Bridge Pickup: Classic Tele bite, but fuller, throatier, and ready to push your amp just that little bit harder.
- Neck Pickup: Smooth, warm, and glassy, with the perfect balance of sweetness and clarity.
- Combined: Full-bodied Tele twang, with a richer midrange and a bit more attitude—perfect for players who want their Tele to stand out.
Specifications
Bridge Pickup:
- DC Resistance: ~ 8kΩ
- Magnets: Imperial Stagger Alnico 5
- Flatwork: Grey Bottom / Black Top
- Lead Wires: Plastic-Insulated or cloth-covered (Black & White)
- Potting: Light Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- White string wrap
Neck Pickup:
- DC Resistance: ~7kΩ
- Magnets: Alnico 5
- Flatwork: Grey Bottom / Black Top
- Cover: Nickel-Silver (Polished)
- Lead Wires: Plastic-Insulated or cloth-covered (Black & White)
- Potting: Light Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Vintage Spirit, Modern Authority
The Eternal Timeless '68 Special Pickup Set is perfect for players who love the open, dynamic voice of a great late-‘60s Telecaster but want a little more punch, grit, and flexibility. Whether you’re chasing classic country bite, bluesy growl, or a thicker rock-friendly tone, this set delivers — without losing the authentic DNA that made the Tele legendary.
