The Squier Joe Trohman Signature Telecaster is an unusually versatile Artist Series model developed with Joe Trohman of Fall Out Boy and The Damned Things, taking inspiration from the early-1970s Telecaster Deluxe while adding a distinctive three-pickup configuration and expanded switching.

Built with an alder body, maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, the Joe Trohman Telecaster features an HSH pickup layout consisting of open-coil humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions with a Strat-style single coil in the middle.

A 5-position rotary pickup selector provides a broad range of combinations, while a dedicated upper-bout kill switch allows the output to be instantly muted for rhythmic and stutter-style effects.

Finished in 2-Tone Sunburst, this is a distinctive discontinued Squier signature model with considerably more tonal flexibility than a conventional Telecaster.

This example is Pre-Owned.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Squier
Model	Joe Trohman Telecaster
Series	Artist Series
Finish	2-Tone Sunburst
Body	Alder
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Pickup Configuration	HSH
Special Feature	Kill Switch
Switching	5-Position Rotary
Condition	Pre-Owned

KEY FEATURES

• Squier Joe Trohman Signature Telecaster

• Artist Series model

• Joe Trohman / Fall Out Boy signature guitar

• 2-Tone Sunburst finish

• Alder body

• Bolt-on maple neck

• C-shaped neck profile

• Rosewood fingerboard

• 12" fingerboard radius

• 25.5" scale length

• 22 jumbo frets

• HSH pickup configuration

• Open-coil bridge humbucker

• Strat-style middle single coil

• Open-coil neck humbucker

• 5-position rotary pickup selector

• Dedicated 2-position kill switch

• Dual Volume controls

• Master Tone

• Vintage-style 6-saddle string-through hardtail bridge

• Large 1968-style Stratocaster headstock

• Joe Trohman signature on rear of headstock

• Chrome hardware

• Passive electronics

• Pre-Owned

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The Joe Trohman Telecaster is far more versatile than its traditional T-style shape initially suggests.

The combination of two humbuckers and a middle single coil allows it to cover thick rock tones, brighter combined-pickup sounds and more open clean textures from one guitar.

The rotary selector and dedicated kill switch also make it considerably more distinctive than a normal Telecaster, both functionally and visually.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Joe Trohman Signature Model

Designed in collaboration with Joe Trohman, guitarist with Fall Out Boy and The Damned Things, this signature model reflects his preference for a Telecaster-style platform with significantly expanded tonal options.

Alder Body

The body is made from alder, providing a balanced tonal foundation with clear mids and good attack.

2-Tone Sunburst Finish

The factory 2-Tone Sunburst finish gives the guitar a classic appearance that contrasts nicely with its unconventional pickup arrangement and black hardware details.

Maple Neck

The bolt-on maple neck provides the direct attack and familiar feel associated with Fender and Squier construction.

C-Shaped Neck Profile

The traditional C-shaped profile provides a comfortable all-round neck shape suited to both rhythm and lead playing.

Rosewood Fingerboard

The rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface and traditional appearance.

12" Fingerboard Radius

The relatively flat 12" radius makes string bending and faster lead work comfortable.

25.5" Scale Length

The familiar 25.5" scale length provides clear articulation and traditional Fender-style string tension.

22 Jumbo Frets

The guitar uses 22 jumbo frets, making bends and technical playing comfortable.

HSH PICKUP CONFIGURATION

The Joe Trohman Telecaster uses an unusual HSH pickup arrangement.

Bridge Humbucker

The open-coil bridge humbucker provides the most aggressive voice, with the output and midrange needed for rock, punk and heavier driven sounds.

Middle Single Coil

The Strat-style middle pickup adds a brighter and more open tonal option.

It also combines with either humbucker for additional textures.

Neck Humbucker

The neck humbucker provides a warmer, rounder voice for clean playing, blues and smoother lead tones.

5-POSITION ROTARY PICKUP SELECTOR

Rather than a conventional blade or toggle switch, the guitar uses a 5-position rotary selector.

The factory switching provides:

• Position 1 – Bridge pickup

• Position 2 – Bridge + middle pickups

• Position 3 – Middle pickup

• Position 4 – Middle + neck pickups

• Position 5 – Neck pickup

This makes the guitar highly versatile despite its straightforward passive electronics.

DEDICATED KILL SWITCH

A 2-position toggle on the upper bout acts as a kill switch.

This allows the signal to be instantly muted and restored, making rhythmic stutter effects possible directly from the guitar.

INDIVIDUAL VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM

The Joe Trohman model uses a more unusual control layout than a normal Telecaster.

One Volume control handles the neck pickup and neck/middle combination, while the second handles the bridge pickup and bridge/middle combination.

A Master Tone provides overall treble adjustment.

HARDTAIL STRING-THROUGH BRIDGE

The vintage-style 6-saddle string-through hardtail bridge provides individual intonation adjustment and straightforward tuning stability.

LARGE '68-STYLE HEADSTOCK

The guitar uses a distinctive large late-1960s-style Stratocaster headstock, helping differentiate it visually from a standard Telecaster.

Joe Trohman's signature appears on the rear.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Squier Joe Trohman Telecaster is particularly well suited to:

• Fall Out Boy fans

• Joe Trohman fans

• Rock guitarists

• Punk players

• Alternative musicians

• Pop-rock guitarists

• Players wanting an HSH Telecaster

• Guitarists who use kill-switch effects

• Collectors of discontinued Squier Artist Series models

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The Joe Trohman Telecaster works particularly well for:

• Rock

• Pop punk

• Alternative

• Punk

• Hard rock

• Indie

• Clean rhythm

• Driven rhythm

• Lead guitar

• Studio recording

• Live performance

HOW IT COMPARES

Joe Trohman Telecaster vs Standard Telecaster

A traditional Telecaster normally uses two single-coil pickups and a 3-way blade selector.

The Joe Trohman model uses three pickups in an HSH arrangement, 5-way rotary switching and a kill switch, giving it significantly more tonal options.

Joe Trohman Telecaster vs Telecaster Deluxe

The model takes visual inspiration from the Telecaster Deluxe family but departs substantially from the standard dual-humbucker configuration by adding a Strat-style middle pickup and more complex switching.

HSH vs Traditional SS Telecaster

The humbuckers provide greater output and thicker mids than traditional Tele single coils, while the middle pickup helps retain access to brighter sounds.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Squier
Series	Artist Models
Model	Joe Trohman Telecaster
Model Number	030-1015-503
Finish	2-Tone Sunburst
Country of Manufacture	China
Body Shape	Telecaster
Body Material	Alder
Body Finish	Polyester
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Shape	C
Neck Finish	Satin Urethane
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	12" / 305mm
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Frets	22 Jumbo
Nut Width	Approx. 43mm
Pickup Configuration	HSH
Bridge Pickup	Open-Coil Humbucker
Middle Pickup	Strat-Style Single Coil
Neck Pickup	Open-Coil Humbucker
Switching	5-Position Rotary Selector
Auxiliary Switch	2-Position Kill Switch
Controls	2 Volume, Master Tone
Bridge	6-Saddle String-Through Hardtail
Hardware	Chrome
Headstock	Large 1968-Style Stratocaster
Electronics	Passive
Condition	Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Squier Joe Trohman Telecaster uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Rock and alternative players wanting significantly more tonal versatility than a conventional Telecaster, particularly those who value humbuckers and creative kill-switch effects.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard Squier Telecasters, entry-level dual-humbucker guitars and conventional HSS or HSH electrics.

Most commonly paired with: Overdrive, distortion, boost, delay, reverb and higher-gain guitar amplifiers.

Our tip: The rotary selector is worth learning rather than treating this purely as a dual-humbucker guitar. Positions 2 and 4 add the middle single coil and provide some of the most distinctive sounds on the instrument.

Showroom feedback: This is one of Squier's more unusual Artist Series Telecasters. The combination of HSH pickups, rotary switching and dedicated kill switch gives it features rarely found together on any conventional Tele-style guitar.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Squier Joe Trohman Telecaster is an opportunity to own a discontinued Artist Series signature model with a particularly unusual factory specification.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging Fender, Squier and Pre-Owned electric guitars.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

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Customers benefit from:

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• Part-exchange and trade-in service

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PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

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Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your existing equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Squier Joe Trohman Telecaster used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Squier Joe Trohman Telecaster.

Who is Joe Trohman?

Joe Trohman is the guitarist best known for his work with Fall Out Boy and The Damned Things.

What finish does it have?

The signature model was produced in 2-Tone Sunburst.

What is the body made from?

Alder.

What is the neck made from?

Maple.

What fingerboard does it have?

Rosewood.

What is the neck shape?

C shape.

What is the fingerboard radius?

12".

What is the scale length?

25.5".

How many frets does it have?

22 jumbo frets.

What pickups does it have?

Two open-coil humbuckers with a Strat-style single coil in the middle.

What is the pickup configuration?

HSH.

How are the pickups selected?

Using a 5-position rotary switch.

Does it have a kill switch?

Yes. A dedicated 2-position toggle switch instantly mutes the guitar's output.

Does it require a battery?

No.

What bridge does it use?

A vintage-style 6-saddle string-through hardtail bridge.

Where was it made?

China.

Is the Joe Trohman Telecaster discontinued?

Yes. It is a discontinued Squier Artist Series model.

What condition is this example in?

A specific condition grade has not been supplied beyond the guitar being Pre-Owned.

Does it come with a case?

Case inclusion has not been specified.

What does it weigh?

The individual weight has not been supplied.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.