Cool Z ZTL-10M, vintage white, made in Japan 2016. I like this one! Cool Z is a house brand for major Japanese instrument chain Shimamura, who have stores all over Japan. They're made at the legendary Fujigen Gakki plant, the very same factory that made all those famous Fender Japan guitars from 1982-96 as well as producing Ibanez Prestige and other tasty biscuits to this day. This is their take on the classic Telecaster, but with a few sensible modern conveniences. This is their take on the classic Tele, and it's done really well. It's got some modern conveniences: the slim fast modern C neck, easy-end truss rod adjuster, six saddle bridge and easy-access neck joint are all nice touches. The classic T-twang is all there: the bridge is full and bursting with warmth and complexity, while the neck is zesty and plump. Most of these we've had through have been natural finish, but I like the crisp creamy white, it pairs well with the black guard and golden maple board. This punches well above it's price and is just one of those 'feels/looks/sounds good' instruments... more of those please and thanks.

Model: Cool Z ZTL-10M
Made: Japan, Fujigen plant, 2016 (serial B160831)
Finish: vintage white, gloss poly, single-ply black guard
Body: lightweight ash
Neck: maple, one-piece inc board, 25.5" scale, 9.5" radius, modern C shape
Mods: none
Weight: 3.790kg
Pickups: History Fat 52 single coil x2
Case: basic gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has no major marks. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear on the back only. The back has some dimples on the back edge and around the ferrules, as well as some scuffs in the middle of the body, in the elbow area and on the bottom horn. The sides have a couple of dents and dimples in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has some dimples on the top horn, near the knobs and around the bridge, a scratch and some dimples in the elbow area and some play wear on the guard and horns. Overall: very good condition (8/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. The frets have minor wear only, 9/10 for fret life left. Wearing fresh 10/46 Moonshiners strings.