P90 Telecaster

Electric guitars with P90 pickups for warm, punchy tone.

Introduction

A P90 Telecaster blends classic single-coil snap with the thicker midrange of P90 pickups. Players get brighter attack than a humbucker yet more body than standard Tele pickups, making it versatile for rock, blues, and indie tones.

  • Alnico V magnets deliver clear highs and vocal mids
  • Lightweight ash or alder bodies balance well onstage
  • Simple controls let you dial volume and tone quickly

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FAQs

P90s have a wider bobbin and more windings, giving stronger output and a fuller midrange compared with narrow single-coils.

P90s require a larger cavity; many builders modify the pickguard and route the body accordingly.

Like any single-coil, P90s can pick up hum; copper shielding in the cavity and a shielded cable help reduce interference.

Most players choose .010–.046 or .011–.049 to balance tension with the pickup’s magnetic pull.

Some aftermarket P90s include a tap switch; traditional P90s lack the extra wire needed for splitting.