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Andy Summers, guitarist of the legendary band The Police, is associated with one guitar in particular: his heavily modified 1961 Telecaster, which the musician bought from one of his students for $200 in the early 1970s. This Fender remains his most important instrument to this day. The replica at hand, limited to 250 specimens, is an exact reproduction of this iconic Tele and was also made by one of the most sought-after masterbuilders, Todd Krause, who was mainly responsible for the Andy Summers project. Every paint chip, every crack and of course the sophisticated electronics are just like the original. Played dry it is a typical Telecaster with great vibration characteristics and a fat, woody sound. The sound chameleon comes into play at the amp. At the bridge is a 63 pickup from the Custom Shop, very crisp and snappy with lots of twang. On the neck is a Seymour Duncan SH-1N 59, which delivers fat, Gibson-like sounds. Very warm, round and also offers nice jazzy sounds. In the middle position you can turn the phase thanks to the minitoggle switch. This gives you two sound variants, from classic Tele intermediate position to out-of-phase funk. But there is one more toggle switch on the guitar including a further control. This allows you to switch on a preamp/overdrive and also make specific adjustments using the rotary control. A very good idea, just turn it up for a solo and enjoy the most multi-faceted sounds. Of course the Tele comes with the characteristic Summers neck. However, in order to optimize the playing characteristics the previous owner upgraded the frets to Medium/Jumbos and replaced the nut accordingly (the original frets and nut are included). We are delighted to be able to offer you this very special collector's item in top condition with flight case and all case candies.incl. flight case, certificate, book, case candies, original frets and saddleweight: 3590 gramssubject to differential taxation

The Fender Telecaster, known affectionately as the "Tele," emerged as the first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar, marking a significant milestone in music history. Its straightforward design and innovative sound paved the way for new trends in electric guitar manufacturing and popular music. Since its debut in the 1950s, the Telecaster has been celebrated for its versatility, serving artists across genres from country to jazz, rock, and beyond. Its solid construction, characterized by a single-cutaway body made typically from alder or ash and a bolt-on maple neck, contributes to its distinct, bright, and cutting tone as well as a warm, mellow sound depending on pickup selection. With minor modifications over the years, the Telecaster has remained largely faithful to its original design, featuring two single-coil pickups, a three-way selector switch, and simple volume and tone controls. This enduring design has kept the Telecaster relevant and in continuous production, solidifying its status as a beloved icon in the guitar world.