The Japanese Telecaster Customs are in most cases similar to the vintage USA models. Originally Custom referred to having a bound body, however, in the early 1970s, it came to mean a Telecaster with a humbucker as the neck pickup. The Japanese version is the TC72 models which is based on the 1972 Telecaster Custom.
Specification for this 2008 model: Ash Body finished in a 3 colour sunburst (introduced for the first time in 2008) with a 3 ply black scratch plate; Maple Oval (C shaped) 3 bolt neck with maple fretboard, 21 Jumbo frets and dot markers. The headstock is 70s style with Bullet truss rod, CBS Logo and Telecaster Custom on front, with 2 Butterfly String Trees. The tuners are Gotoh Sealed diecast type.
The pickups are a Vintage Telecaster Single Coil with a TN Humbucker in Neck position. The controls are 2 Volume, 2 Tone and a 3 way switch – the knobs are black with silver inserts (witches hat type), albeit the 2 volume knobs have lost their silver inserts.
The guitar is in great condition and freshly set up with a new set of 9s on board. There are a few small marks on the body (see last 2 pictures) but they simply add to that vintage feel of the guitar. Comes complete with a hard case with some interesting artwork on the lid. Great opportunity to get that 70s Telecaster Custom vibe and sound without breaking the bank. Shipping within mainland UK using fully insured 24-hour courier service @ £35.00.
Customers outside of UK should contact Vintage Rare & Retro Guitars for a shipping quotation. Free pick-up is always available at our Gullane shop.
