Fender Aerodyne Telecaster, made in Japan 2007-10. You see a fair few Aerodyne Jazz Bass and Strat models around, but these Aero Tele models were only made for a couple of years and pop up far less often. They're a model that always turns heads: holy guacamole, that's a gorgeous creature. The carved, bound gloss black top, matching headstock and dark rosewood board... yum. The neck is a slim and fast number, carved to a slim C and finished in satin for easy movement, which feels superb. The carved top and belly cut make the body both a little more ergonomically friendly as well as pretty lightweight, so it's just a bit too easy to play and I don't really want to put it down. Tone-wise, there's a lot of fun to be had. The bridge pickup cranks out heaps of traditional Tele-twang, with a certain hi-fi edge and a convincing low-end punch. the neck pickup is gooey, warm and thick, and with a whisker of tone rolled off, there's all sorts of woofy, juicy fun to be had. The middle position is surprisingly well balanced too, the contrasting flavours push against each other nicely. It's been a while since we had one of these, so it's an enjoyable occasion to score this one. Aerotastic.

Model: Fender Aerodyne Telecaster ATL-78
Made: Japan, Dyna plant, 2007-10, (serial T000763)
Finish: gloss black, cream binding
Body: basswood, carved top
Neck: maple, rosewood board, 25.5" scale, 7.25" radius, slim C shape
Weight: 3.405kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan soapbar single coil (neck), Fender Japan TL-current (bridge)
Case: basic non original gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor scuffs on the back. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The back has some light scuffs on the back edge and belly carve and some light dimples on the bottom edge. The sides are pretty clean, just some light scuffs near the jack. The front is pretty tidy, just some scuffs near the knobs, little scratches behind the bridge, a dimple or two in the elbow area and some light play wear on the horns. Overall: excellent condition (9/10).

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