July 7, 2026 - Today, Fender is unveiling a striking new addition to its artist signature lineup: the Limited Edition Jim Root Telecaster in Shoreline Gold.
Known for delivering crushing riffs and razor-sharp precision with both Slipknot and Stone Sour, Jim Root has long redefined what a Telecaster can be in the world of heavy music. Now, his acclaimed signature model arrives in a bold new Shoreline Gold finish, bringing a fresh visual edge to one of Fender’s most powerful artist collaborations.
“Fender guitars have been a cornerstone of my rig since the earliest days of Slipknot and continue to be today,” said Jim Root. “Seeing my signature model in Shoreline Gold gives it a completely fresh character. It’s the same guitar I’ve relied on for more than two decades, but this new finish makes it feel exciting all over again.”
Built to match Root’s uncompromising playing style, the guitar combines sleek aesthetics with serious performance credentials. Features include a mahogany body, maple neck, 12" radius maple or ebony fingerboard with jumbo frets, active EMG pickups, a string-through-body hard-tail bridge, black hardware and a stripped-back, no-nonsense design built for high-gain tones and maximum impact on stage.
Whether you're a devoted Slipknot fan, a modern metal player, or simply looking for a Telecaster that breaks the mold, the new Shoreline Gold edition is designed to stand out.
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