1987 Squier by Fender Japan Telecaster! SOLD!
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Great Japanese made quality and attention to detail! These early Squier Teles are well known for their workmanship and great tone. Built by the Fuji Gen-Gakki factory (best known for the legendary Ibanez copies of the 70s), these early guitars made everyone stand up and take notice. Fender's US factory couldn't believe how good they were. Even today, many players will take a Japanese made Fender over an American one. The body is basswood for good weight and tone. The 25.5 inch scale maple neck features a maple fingerboard with dot inlays. A duo of single coil pickups are hooked to a traditional 3 way switch. Sealed Gotoh tuners and a top loader bridge keep it rock solid. The finish is Fender's classic butterscotch blonde for a cool 52 reissue vibe. A really great guitar for the bucks!
Like most Japanese guitars of this period, this Squier plays and sounds great. The neck is straight, the action is good and the frets have some life left in them. The finish on the back of the neck and fingerboard has been steel wooled for a smooth, vintage feel. The pickups deliver classic Tele tone. A nice guitar. Condition wise, this would be a fine guitar for a player. It shows moderate pick, clearcoat and belt scratches as well as some dents and dings and hardware corrosion. Fine for a player. Comes in a beat 80s Fender hardshell case with only one functional latch.
Japanese Fenders have become quite popular in recent years. For good reason: they are great guitars for the bucks. This Squier is no exception. Nice quality, feel and tone. Great Tele tone and feel.
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