Squier by Fender Classic Vibe Telecaster 50s Guitar in Butterscotch Blonde with Maple Fingerboard
Squier's Classic Vibe Telecaster '50s puts classic "blackguard" Telecaster vibe into a gorgeous Vintage Blonde-finished pine-body guitar with authentic Telecaster tone. You'll be hard-pressed to tell whether or not you are holding a premium ash-body instrument when you pick up this sweet-sounding guitar and unleash its spectacular sound.
Overall Condition: Excellent, with two minor blemishes:
- A light mark on the bottom left corner of the guitar body (near the lower bout, as shown in the final photo).
- A subtle blemish on the headstock near the "Squier by Fender" logo on the front face.
- These cosmetic imperfections do not affect the guitar’s tone, playability, or structural integrity.
Features:
Body and Finish
- Material: Pine body delivers a resonant tone with vintage warmth.
- Finish: Gloss Polyester in a classic Butterscotch Blonde hue for a stunning vintage aesthetic.
- Shape: Iconic Telecaster shape ensures a comfortable playing experience.
Neck and Fingerboard
- Material: Maple neck with a modern "C" shape for smooth playability.
- Fingerboard: Maple fingerboard with a 9.5" radius for comfortable chord and lead playing.
- Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo frets for versatile playing styles.
- Scale Length: 25.5" (64.77 cm) for optimal string tension and bright tonal characteristics.
- Finish: Gloss Polyester neck finish for a sleek feel and durability.
Pickups and Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Custom Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele for crisp, cutting tones.
- Neck Pickup: Custom Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele for warm, smooth sound.
- Switching: 3-position blade switch:
- Position 1: Bridge pickup.
- Position 2: Bridge and neck pickups.
- Position 3: Neck pickup.
- Controls: Master Volume and Master Tone with knurled flat-top control knobs for precision adjustments.
Hardware
- Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele with brass barrel saddles for classic sustain and tuning stability.
- Tuning Machines: Vintage-style tuners for consistent tuning and a retro look.
- Pickguard: 1-ply black pickguard, enhancing the vintage aesthetic.
- Hardware Finish: Chrome, complementing the Butterscotch Blonde finish.
Strings and Nut
- Nut Material: Synthetic bone for reliable tone and durability.
Why Choose This Telecaster? The Squier Classic Vibe Telecaster captures the spirit of a Fender classic with its vintage aesthetics, high-quality construction, and authentic tone. Its lightweight pine body, smooth maple neck, and iconic single-coil pickups make it a joy to play and hear.