Vintage Rare Japan Matsumoku Greco Gneco Telecaster Thinline 1970s Natural

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Now that’s a hot hunk of wood! Mid 70s MIJ (Matsumoku) Greco “Gneco” Thinline Telecaster. One pickup has been rewound.

A vintage Japanese Telecaster-style thinline electric guitar, the Greco "Gneco" Thinline Tele is a semi-hollow instrument from the 1970s, known for its warm resonance, lightweight build, and detailed craftsmanship during Japan's golden era of guitar manufacturing.

Type
Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar

Model
“Gneco” Thinline Telecaster

Manufacturer
Greco (branded “Gneco” during early export-restricted years)

Country of Manufacture
Japan

Year of Introduction
Early to mid-1970s

Controls
1× Volume, 1× Tone, 3-way pickup selector switch

Input
1× 1/4″ mono instrument jack

Notable Features

• Pickups: Dual single-coils in traditional Telecaster configuration
• Body: Semi-hollow ash or mahogany with f-hole for acoustic resonance
• Back and Sides: Same as body
• Neck: Maple neck with maple or rosewood fretboard (varies by model/year)
• Scale Length: 26”
• Bridge: Vintage-style Tele bridge with 3-saddle brass or steel saddles
• Hardware: Chrome tuners and control plate
• Use Case: Great for players seeking Tele snap and twang with added warmth and reduced weight—ideal for blues, country, and indie tones

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