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This is a vintage 1973 Fender Telecaster with a Blonde finish. This very serious player has an ash body with cool grain seen through its translucent finish. It has a maple neck and fingerboard with a super comfortable C profile. It appears to have long ago had a humbucker installed in its neck position, which was cleanly and professionally filled in and returned to its stock configuration with its new grain thoughtfully aligned with the original. Its neck pickup (5.25 kΩ) is original, and its bridge pickup (6.7 kΩ) and bridge have been replaced. Its pickguard is replaced, and its volume pot is an old DiMarzio branded pot, while its tone pot and cap remain original. It looks awesome with its lacquer checking, wear, and fading in spots. It feels incredible to play and has an ideal weight of 7 lbs 8 oz. Chimey, glassy, and twangy, this Tele sounds spot on. It has been professionally setup and comes with a molded hardshell case. Please feel free to ask any questions or call us for an in-hand description!

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.