Vintage V52 Butterscotch

Vintage V52 Butterscotch – classic electric guitar with modern precision

The Vintage V52 Butterscotch is a classic T-style electric guitar that blends traditional design with modern refinements for enhanced stability and tonal performance. Its alder body offers a balanced resonance, while the hard maple neck and fingerboard provide a bright attack and smooth playability. The iconic butterscotch finish evokes the golden age of 1950s electric guitars.

Overview and Features

The Vintage V52 is equipped with two Wilkinson Single Coil pickups – WVTN in the neck position and WVTB in the bridge – delivering the full range of vintage Tele tones, from warm rhythm sounds to sharp and defined leads. The Wilkinson WTB bridge features three individually intonated brass saddles for precise tuning and enhanced sustain. Wilkinson WJ55S locking tuners ensure stable tuning performance.

Construction and Materials

The body is made from alder, chosen for its light weight and tonal balance. The hard maple neck features a classic “soft C” profile, and the 10″ radius maple fingerboard provides excellent comfort and playability. A single-ply black scratchplate completes the timeless aesthetic.

Controls and Playability

The layout is simple and effective: one master Volume, one master Tone, and a three-way pickup selector. This setup allows quick access to the most essential tones for both stage and studio use.

Specifications

• Type: Solid body electric guitar
• Body: Alder
• Neck: Hard maple, bolt-on
• Fingerboard: Maple, 10" radius
• Scale Length: 25.5″ / 648 mm
• Frets: 22 medium
• Inlays: Black dots
• Tuners: Wilkinson Deluxe WJ55S locking
• Bridge: Wilkinson WTB intonatable, three brass saddles
• Pickups: 2 × Wilkinson Single Coil (WVTN neck, WVTB bridge)
• Controls: 1 × Volume, 1 × Tone, 3-way switch
• Scratchplate: Black single-ply
• Nut: 43 mm graphite
• Finish: Butterscotch
• Other: Designed in the UK by the Vintage® design team

FAQ

What type of wood is used for the body?
The Vintage V52 features an alder body, offering balanced tone and light weight.

Which pickups are installed?
Two Wilkinson Single Coils – WVTN in the neck and WVTB in the bridge – provide classic Tele-style tones with modern clarity.

Is the bridge adjustable for intonation?
Yes, the Wilkinson WTB bridge features individually intonated brass saddles for precise tuning adjustment.