Description
ToneSpec Vintage Clone Series – PF-52 Tele Set
A Tribute to Peter Florance and the VooDoo That Defined Modern Blackguard Tone
Peter Florance wasn’t just building pickups—he was building legends. His VooDoo TE-52 set wasn’t meant to simply mimic a 1952 Tele—it was designed to refine it. With tighter lows, sweeter highs, and uncanny responsiveness, the TE-52 became a favorite among pro players looking for something that felt classic—but hit harder.
We’ve brought that magic back.
The ToneSpec PF-52 is our faithful recreation of Peter’s TE-52 design, handcrafted using the exacting methods we’ve developed by cloning the most revered winds in boutique history. Built to Peter’s tonal vision, the PF-52 blends vintage authority with modern articulation—the best of both worlds.
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Alnico magnets for fast response and controlled bloom
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42 AWG Plain Enamel wire, for dynamic tone and touch-sensitivity
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A bridge pickup voiced for punch, grind, and clarity under gain
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A neck pickup that stays fat and clear, never muddy or dull
The PF-52 doesn’t just echo the past—it owns the moment. It’s bold enough for Americana, precise enough for modern country, and organic enough for roots blues and classic rock. Every note blooms and bites with the kind of feel that’s become the hallmark of Peter Florance’s legacy.
Peter may be gone—but his work left a blueprint for what great tone should feel like. This isn’t just a clone. It’s a tribute to the man who made blackguard tone feel modern again—and a continuation of his commitment to real-world, no-compromise sound.
And if you’re wondering if we’re qualified to carry that torch? We’ve already cloned the masters: Tom Holmes, Virgil Arlo, Tim White, Abigail Ybarra, Alan Hamel, and yes—Peter Florance.
So if you missed out on the real TE-52—or just want a set that honors its name while taking it a step further—we’ve got you covered.
HOW TO BUY
Serious Guitarists rely on ToneSpec Pickups in all of their guitars because they deliver a serious advantage over guitars with cheap, stock or vintage pickups. Our proprietary techniques make all other pickups obsolete.
It's tone you can feel & once you experience it, you'll never play guitars with anything less than ToneSpec Pickups. You can easily join our roster of guitarists with top-notch tone by following these easy steps to get started:
- Watch the video below that explains our process.
- Contact us to inquire about ordering. CONTACT US TO ORDER
Professional Testimonials
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“These pickups respond just like vintage pickups. What makes them better than vintage pickups is that each set is consistent. You don’t don’t get that with vintage pickups…some are great & some are duds. The Tone Specific’s always sound amazing. There's nothing else like these on the market.”
-Dan Courtenay, Vintage Guitar Expert
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"These are the best pickups I've ever used. I'm so happy to have these in my guitars. They are better than vintage pickups. I was shocked to discover they are even better than the Virgil Arlo Pickups. They just feel & sound amazing. Man you are a Genius. "
- Will Crosby, Legendary Guitarist (BB King, Aretha Franklin, Mavis Stables)
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“It sounds like the have Tubes in them...almost three dimensional. They just sound really sweet. I don’t how they do it but they even feel sweet. Just like vintage pickups but with more sustain and less noise. They are just amazing”
-Mike Gallaher, Legendary Guitarist - Joe Cocker, Leon Russell
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"Just like vintage pickups only better. They have this dynamic thing going on kind of like a great tube amp. I imagine this is what new vintage pickups sounded like back in the 50's & 60's"
-Dani Robinson, Blues Guitarist (Performs Jimi parts w/Billy Cox Experience)
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"They sound better than all of the other pickups I've used. I think they even send better than the Virgil Arlo pickups. I'll be using them in my future builds."
-Ken McKay, Luthier
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