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Jordan Guitars
37 Clarence StreetLeicesterLE1 3RWUnited Kingdom
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USD$2,527

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In Very Good conditionSoThe UglyNon Original :Bridge (Modern Fender Blackguard)Bridge PupPotsNon Original control Plate with a 10db Boost switch installed.Shielding wires installed with a route holeLong Finish ChecksImpact Finish crack that starts at the jack and Wraps around to the control cavity. Luckly, just the finish and not in the wood at all. Level with the surface across its length.25° Full length Shim insertedBrass 6 Saddle Bridge previously on the guitar. Finish has aged at different rates The Good Appears to be, the original Neck PupOriginal switch, tuners (Made in West Germany), case and Frets Frets have been leveled and crowned and sit at 0.787mm or 31 Thousandths. Not bad for her age with Original Frets.Neck relief : 0.254mm or 10 thousandths with room for movement The Usual7.25 Radius4264g (9.40 lbs for my American friends) She's a heavy piece of Ash.5.6k Neck6.4k Bridge Full setup just completed with a set of 9s. Action sits at 4.5 on the bass, 3.5 on the treble. Setup is gone over upon completion of sale. Electronics are fully functional and plays like a old Telecaster should • This guitar is shipped fully insured in both Canada and the USA for both yours and my protection. • International (From outside CANADA or the USA) orders are limited to $1000 CAD insurance coverage. If you wish for more insurance coverage, please contact ahead of offers or orders as the shipping service and costs will be different.Failure to do so and $1000 CAD insurance coverage will be assumed • UPS is used for orders to the USA and any orders that require full insurance coverage. Brokerage fees/Customs fees and or Taxes/Tariffs are not included and are the buyers responsibility.

About Telecaster

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.