The Troy Van Leeuwen Telecaster XII takes the familiar Tele shape and adds six extra strings to the equation. Inspired by Troy’s Custom Shop guitar, this 12-string has a cool mix of classic Fender styling and a little alternative-rock personality, especially with that Copper Age finish.
The pair of Fender-designed alnico single-coils keep the sound bright and articulate, while the doubled strings add that familiar shimmer and harmonic richness you just can’t get from a standard six-string. It’s great for ringing open chords, layered rhythm parts, and those big, chiming textures that fill out a mix without needing a ton of effects.
The maple C-shaped neck has a satin finish, a 9.5" radius Indian laurel fingerboard, and a wider 1.6875" nut to give all 12 strings some room. The 12-saddle hardtail bridge also offers top-load and string-through options, so you have some flexibility with the string setup.
At 7 lbs 13 oz, it’s a pretty manageable 12-string, and the vintage-style tuners keep the look classic. A fun option for anyone wanting that unmistakable 12-string sound in a Tele that stands out from the usual crowd.
