Memphis, TN, United States
About this listing
Your Tele's pickguard is starting to look rough, or maybe you just want to give your guitar a fresh look. This black 3-ply replacement drops right into any standard Telecaster-style guitar without any modifications to your body routing. It'll fit your Fender, Squier, Epiphone, or boutique Tele build — the standard 8-hole pattern ensures your pickups and electronics line up exactly where they should.
The 3-ply construction isn't just about durability (though it definitely won't crack around the screw holes like cheap single-ply guards). That middle layer actually helps with shielding and cuts down on electrical noise that can creep into your signal. If you've been dealing with hum or interference issues, a proper pickguard replacement sometimes helps more than you'd expect.
Installation is straightforward — remove the old screws, carefully lift out the old guard (watch those pickup wires), drop in the new one, and screw it down. The CNC cutting means no surprises with fitment, and the black finish hides fingerprints and stage wear better than lighter colors.
This isn't going to transform your tone or make you sound like Springsteen, but it'll clean up your guitar's appearance and potentially reduce some electrical gremlins. The precision fit eliminates gaps that can compromise your electronics shielding.
Bottom line: A solid replacement pickguard that fits right and does the job without drama — exactly what you want when you're updating your Tele.
Technical Specifications
Model: SAGA37
Construction: 3-ply laminated
Color: Black
Mounting Pattern: 8-hole standard Tele
Compatibility: Standard Telecaster-style guitars
Guitar Brands Supported: Fender, Squier, Epiphone, Gibson, Ibanez, ESP, PRS, Jackson, Yamaha, BC Rich, Schecter, Ernie Ball, and others
Installation: Drop-in replacement, no modification required
What's Included: Pickguard only (mounting screws not included)
Recommended For: Telecaster guitar restoration and customization projects
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this fit my Telecaster guitar?
If you have a standard Tele-style body with traditional pickup routing and control layout, yes. This works with Fender, Squier, Epiphone, and most aftermarket Tele bodies. If your guitar has weird pickup routing or a different control setup, measure your current pickguard first. Non-standard builds might need custom work.
Does this come with mounting screws?
Nope, just the pickguard with pre-drilled holes. You can reuse your existing screws, or grab standard #4 x 5/8" pickguard screws from any guitar shop if yours are stripped or missing. Most techs keep these in stock.
How does the 3-ply construction affect tone and noise?
The middle layer provides better electronics shielding than single-ply guards, which can help reduce electrical noise and interference. It's not a night-and-day tonal change, but cleaner shielding means less hum in your signal chain. The extra thickness also prevents cracking around screw holes over time.
Can I install this myself?
If you're comfortable doing basic guitar maintenance, absolutely. Remove old screws, carefully disconnect any pickup wiring if needed, swap the guards, reconnect, and screw it down. If working with guitar electronics makes you nervous, any guitar tech can knock this out in five minutes.
Price$12.99
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