Capcom and Fender have announced a collaboration to produce a limited edition -themed guitar, known as the . This guitar, which is set to retail for USD $1,999.99, is designed as a celebration of the 20th anniversary of .
While it is a novelty tie-in, the Rathalos Telecaster is a fully-functioning guitar and features all the classic Telecaster details – with a Rathalos twist. As detailed, the guitar “symbolises the formidable power of the fire dragon Rathalos ..
. the majestic presence of the Rathalos has been meticulously incorporated throughout the instrument with its icon on the body back and 12th fret inlay, the distinctive feather and flame patterns as well as the guild mark on the body front.” “The Rathalos Telecaster has been designed with attention to detail in order to showcase the sonic quality and playability of an authentic Fender guitar,” Fender said.
“The satin-finished alder body is equipped with a 9.5” radius “C”-shape maple neck with 22 medium jumbo frets. Original Monster Hunter Rathalos Humbucking neck and single-coil bridge pickups deliver powerful, rich tones, that work great with distortion pedals.
” From a less technical viewpoint, the Rathalos Telecaster looks like a real work of art. Across the body, there’s lovely patterned hues of red and peach, with this heavily evoking the unique look of armour plating. It’s a very cool-looking tribute to one of Capcom’s most enduring franchises.
As for the price, it is fairly prohibitive, .