Everything You Wanted To Know About Bigsby-Equipped Fender Telecasters
Ask Zac7 Okt 2025

Everything You Wanted To Know About Bigsby-Equipped Fender Telecasters

The Telecaster is known for its twang and simplicity—but add a Bigsby, and it becomes something completely different. In this video, I explore the history of Bigsby-equipped Telecasters, from Paul Bigsby’s development of the B-16 in 1953, to Fender’s first factory-installed B5 models in 1967, and how they’re still used in today’s guitars. Along the way, I’ll share setup tips and tricks to keep your Bigsby Tele in tune, break down how a vibrato changes both tone and feel, and highlight some o...

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How I Ended Up Playing on Brad Paisley’s Snow Globe Town (and the Tonight Show!)

How I Ended Up Playing on Brad Paisley’s Snow Globe Town (and the Tonight Show!)

This year has been one for the books. In this video, I’m sharing the unbelievable story of how I ended up performing on Brad Paisley’s new Christmas album, Snow Globe Town, and the fun we had in the s...

25 Nov 202517min

Early ’60s Telecasters: What Changed & Who Made Them Famous

Early ’60s Telecasters: What Changed & Who Made Them Famous

Early ’60s Fender Telecasters are legendary, but what really changed between 1959 and 1964? From rosewood “slab boards” and “veneers” to pickguard and hardware tweaks, we break down the details that s...

18 Nov 202519min

Tele Gumbo: String Stretching, Bridge Covers, Book Review & Gig-Ready Gear

Tele Gumbo: String Stretching, Bridge Covers, Book Review & Gig-Ready Gear

In this week’s Ask Zac, I’m cooking up a little Tele Gumbo, as today’s show is a mix of guitar talk, gear love, and practical tips: A better way to stretch your strings, one that keeps your tuning st...

11 Nov 202514min

The Tour From Hell: My First Time on the Road

The Tour From Hell: My First Time on the Road

When you’re young and dreaming about hitting the road, touring sounds like the ultimate adventure, until you actually do it. In this episode, I look back on my first tour experience with the long dri...

4 Nov 202533min

Telecaster Bridge Shootout! 3-Saddle vs 6-Saddle on My 1957 Esquire

Telecaster Bridge Shootout! 3-Saddle vs 6-Saddle on My 1957 Esquire

In this episode of Ask Zac, I put my 1957 Fender Esquire through a true bridge showdown, comparing the classic 3-saddle setup that defined early Tele tone with a modern 6-saddle bridge known for bette...

21 Okt 202519min

Those Infamous Fender F-Tuners (1967 – 1981)

Those Infamous Fender F-Tuners (1967 – 1981)

From 1967 through 1981, Fender used the now-infamous F-stamped tuners on many Telecasters, Stratocasters, and the majority of their product line. For some players, they’re a charming piece of CBS-era ...

14 Okt 202521min

The Truth About Tough Gigs & The Difference Between "Shows" & "Gigs"

The Truth About Tough Gigs & The Difference Between "Shows" & "Gigs"

Not every gig goes the way you want it to. Technical issues, a rough mix, or even just playing for a crowd that couldn’t care less can be frustrating. In this video, I talk about what it’s like to kee...

26 Sep 202521min

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