USED Fender USA / Telecaster 1978 Natural [03]

We have a used Fender USA Telecaster 1978 Natural in stock.

The neck is determined to be made in 1977 from the neck date 13033073.
The serial sticker S832323 (77-78) on the back of the pickguard indicates that it was made in 1978.
Pot date is indistinguishable due to solder. The front pickup is original, but the rear pickup has been replaced with SEYMOUR DUNCAN APTL-1.

This unit has an ash body with a one-piece maple neck fretboard.
This combination, reminiscent of the blackguard Telecasters of the 50's, has a powerful, fat sound that seems to ring from the neck.
It is a versatile instrument that can be used not only for stroking and cutting, which are the Telecaster's strong points, but also for a variety of single-note lead playing!

The neck profile is shaped like a soft V-shape.
The neck profile is shaped like a soft V-shape. Many people will like the unique grip of the one-piece maple neck, which feels as if you are holding a single piece of wood.

This is a wonderful and dignified instrument that will last a lifetime, as the sound and overtones have changed with the growth of the wood over the past 40 years.

In terms of condition, there are some dents, scratches, and dulling of the metal parts, and there is a sense of age and use commensurate with its age.
There are scratches, dents, and line marks throughout. There are some lacquer burn marks around the bridge plate.
Some parts are cloudy and rusty.
The plating on the control knobs is peeling. Paint is chipped at the neck edge.
The guitar still has some use commensurate with its age, but it can still be used.
Condition: B: There are scratches, scuffs, and dull metal parts, and it has a feeling of age and use commensurate with its age.
There are scratches, dents, and line marks throughout. There are some lacquer burn marks around the bridge plate.
Some parts are cloudy and rusty.
The plating on the control knobs is peeling. Paint is chipped at the neck edge.
There are signs of use commensurate with its age.
Weight: 3.91kg
Country of manufacture: U.S.A.
Serial Number: S726983
Neck Condition: In good condition, truss rod has been checked to 60 degrees on the loose side.
Fretboard: The frets have been adjusted and are not heavily uneven, and are approximately 50% high.
Case and accessories: Genuine hard case (with signs of use), bridge cover, original pickups (disconnected).

Strings at setup: ERNIE BALL 2223 / .009-.042 set
Repair and parts replacement history: cleaning, string replacement, rod adjustment, octave adjustment, string height adjustment, fret adjustment