Ron Ellis 52T Telecaster Bridge Pickup

The 52T is a recreation of the first Blackguard Telecaster bridge pickups. The design was developed as an exact replica of an original prototype from 1951.

The pickup delivers the classic Blackguard character often described as smoky, woody and wiry. The response includes natural compression, bloom and the dynamic feel associated with early Telecaster bridge pickups.

A traditional Telecaster bridge baseplate contributes to the pickup’s characteristic compression and focused low end.

Although the reference pickup dates to 1951, the name “52T” reflects the broader early Blackguard Telecaster era that players commonly associate with the classic Telecaster bridge sound.

The tonal balance is fundamental and evenly distributed across the frequency spectrum, allowing the pickup to cover a wide range of traditional Telecaster sounds.

This specification is often associated with players such as Vince Gill, Julian Lage, Steve Wariner, Brent Mason and Jimmy Olander.

Specs

• Blackguard Telecaster bridge specification
• Based on a 1951 prototype pickup
• Traditional Telecaster bridge baseplate design
• Fundamental and evenly balanced tonal response
• Classic smoky, woody and wiry Blackguard character

For full overview of all available models and guidance on choosing the right set, see the Ron Ellis Pickups page.

Choosing between models:

Ron Ellis 52T vs 50B Telecaster Pickups

Ron Ellis 52T vs 60T Telecaster Pickups

Technical & Purchase Information

Wiring Harnesses

These pickups are often paired with Emerson Custom or Gunstreet Wiring Shopharnesses for consistent pot taper and stable output.

Shipping Information

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Price Match

If you find these pickups elsewhere in the EU at a lower price, let us know, and we will match that price. As a token of appreciation, we will include some freebies for bringing it to our attention.