Tele 52 T

Product Details

Wound to exact 1952 Telecaster® pickup specifications, the Lollar ’52 T pickups deliver a well-balanced frequency response with a slightly softer attack than our other Tele® models. This results in a smooth, controlled feel that retains clarity and definition, especially in clean and lightly driven settings.

The bridge pickup offers classic Blackguard twang and snap, with a rounder attack that works well for Bakersfield-style country and early rock tones. The neck pickup is warm and open, with clear highs and a full low end that stays articulate—even when using reverb or delay. Together, the ’52 T pickups provide an authentic early-’50s Tele sound that remains clear, balanced, and easy to work with across a range of styles.

Not sure which Lollar Tele pickups are right for you? Watch our Tele Pickup Comparison Video to hear how the Special T stacks up against our other Tele sets. WATCH VIDEO

Avg. DC: Neck 6.3K, Bridge 8.0K (Read about DC resistance)
Recommended Potentiometers: 250k
Recommended Capacitor: 0.047μF

Pre-wired Kit for Teles

Upgrading your Tele has never been easier. Our Lollar Pre-Wired Kits are hand-built in our shop to Jason Lollar’s exact specifications, ensuring premium performance and tone right out of the box.

Whether you’re installing new pickups and want high-quality electronics to match, or upgrading your stock components for improved reliability and response, these kits make it simple. We’ve done most of the work for you—all that’s left is to drop the kit into your guitar and solder in your pickups.

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Additional Ground Wire Option for Series Operation

For Tele pickups, we offer an additional ground wire option that lets you wire your pickups for series/parallel switching with a 4-way switch—a popular mod among players looking for greater tonal versatility than the standard 3-way setup provides.

Pickup Dimensions - Neck

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Pickup Dimensions - Bridge

Lollar 52 T Pickups

• Neck Only - Played by Greg Timmons with a Vox Super Twin AC30 and an alder body, maple neck partscaster.
• Neck and Bridge - Played by Greg Timmons with a Vox Super Twin AC30 and an alder body, maple neck partscaster.
• Neck Only - Played by Tim Lerch on a vintage Fender Blackface amp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What values of potentiometers and capacitors do you recommend for Tele pickups?
We typically recommend 250k pots for both volume and tone controls, paired with a .047μF capacitor—the most common and traditional setup for Tele® pickups. That said, there’s no one-size-fits-all rule. You can learn more about how different pot and cap values affect tone in our two-part series: Part I - Pots, Part II - Caps.

How far from my strings should I set my Tele pickups?
A good starting point is 1/8" between the pickups and the strings when the strings are fretted at the last fret.
From there, adjust to taste—raise the pickups for more output and stronger fundamentals, or lower them for increased harmonics and a more open tone.
For a detailed walkthrough, watch our video on Adjusting Pickup Height.

Can I mix and match any of your Tele neck and bridge pickups?
Yes. You can mix and match our Tele® pickups to create your ideal setup. Keep in mind that different models vary in tone and output, so consider balance when pairing them.

Do you offer matched sets or RWRP pickups for Teles?
Yes. Our two-pickup Tele® sets feature a bridge pickup wound RWRP (reverse wind, reverse polarity) relative to the neck. This design makes them hum-cancelling and in-phase in the middle position.

What is your recommendation for a Nashville Tele configuration?
Our 52 T pickups pair well with the Blonde middle Strat® pickup in a Nashville Tele setup. We also offer a Nashville Tele Pre-Wired Kit for easy installation. If you need a matched three-pickup set, please contact our Customer Service team.