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Carter Vintage
625 8th Ave SNashvilleTN 37203US
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USD$22,500

Description

A killer body refin done by the one and only Paul Mckenzie from Fiesta Finishes 1953 Fender Esquire in very good condition. This Esquire has a blonde nitrocellulose refinish on the body with the neck retaining its original nish. This Fender was constructed with an ash body and a maple neck. The guitar features the original Fender at pole pickup which reads 5.9k ohms. All hardware is original to the guitar. Also included in the case is a set of telecaster pickups as well as a replacement telecaster guard. The neck has a width of 1 5/8” at the nut, a depth of 0.89” at the rst fret, and a depth of 0.96” at the twelfth fret. The guitar weighs 7.28 lbs. A lightweight, great sounding Esquire with a particularly nice feeling neck.Generic case

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.