(SOLD) Fender Japan '72 Telecaster TL72-53 Off White Blonde 1993
Fender '72 Tele, off white blonde, made in Japan 1993-4. Aw heck... this one is nice. This is the seventies style take on the classic butterscotch Tele, so it's a lighter hue with a three-ply guard and the bold black logos. It looks crisp and classy, no doubt. The neck is a not-too-fat-nor-too-thin U-style shape, it sits comfortably in the hand and features some really beautiful grain patterns. The body rings enthusiastically under a light touch, you can feel the notes bouncing around against your chest while you play. The real magic here is in the tone... it's bright and snappy, but with a gorgeous richness through the mids and a plonky, rounded bass. Chords come to life with sparkling clarity and lead lines gain a certain expressive vocal-like quality; it's a satisfying thing to hear. These Fujigen made reissue models are really great instruments and certainly not getting cheaper or more common, so come see what all the fuss is about.
Model: Fender '72 Reissue Telecaster (TL72-55)
Made: Japan, Fujigen plant, 1993-4 (serial Q033812)
Finish: off white blonde (OWB), black 3-ply guard
Body: basswood
Weight: 3.615kg
Neck: maple w/ maple board, 7.25" radius, 25.5" scale, U-shape
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan TL-Single x 2
Case: basic non original gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has a couple of dimples on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has some chips on the edge in the top horn and back edge areas, as well as widespread very light scuffs around the body. The sides have a few dimples in the elbow area, near the jack and on the bottom horn, as well as a chip in the elbow area. The front has a couple of minor dimples near the controls and in the elbow area, as well as some play wear on the guard and top horn. Overall: very good condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. All electronics tested and working properly. The frets have minor wear only, 8/10 for fret life left. Wearing fresh 10/46 Moonshiners strings.