Fender Japan Standard Tele, sunburst, 2010-11. The Japan Standard series ran for several decades and sold exclusively on the domestic Japan market. It's similar to the 1962 reissue model Teles, but with a more modern 9.5" radius, the 90s era decal, a top loader bridge, single ply guard and an option for rosewood or maple on the board. This is an unassuming guitar, but heck, the woodwork is terrific. The neck is straight and stable, carved to a comfy slim C and finished in thin slick satin for a smooth feel. The body is resonant and fairly lightweight, it has a certain integrity in the hands that translates to an engaging playing experience. The tone is lively and responsive, with a shimmering top end and a rich warm midrange. You can't go too wrong here, this is exactly what a Tele should be: simple and effective.

Model: Fender Japan Standard Telecaster (TL43)
Made: Japan, 2010-11 (serial U049305)
Finish: sunburst, gloss poly
Body: basswood
Neck: maple, rosewood board, 7.25" radius, satin poly finish, 25.5" scale, slim C shape
Weight: 3.515kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan TL-Vintage single coil x2
Case: basic non original gig bag

Overall: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor dimples on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has some scuffs on the top horn and near the neck joint and some dimples in the middle of the body, along the back edge and near the jack. The sides have a small chip and some scuffs in the elbow area, plus some dimples near the jack and on the bottom horn. The front has some dimples near the jack, along the back edge and up from the bridge pickup 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, 8/10 for life left. Setup with fresh 10/46 strings.