This started as a new Squier baritone loaded body that I purchased at 'The Stratosphere', with the idea of making a double-bound Black Tele at the traditional 25.5" scale. I did a bunch of research, and found that the only difference between a baritone and a standard Tele is the neck- the bodies and bridge location are the same for both. I ordered an Allparts 25.5" scale TMO-V soft V maple neck, and checked for fit & scale length- it's perfect, and intonates like it should. So I finished the neck in amber nitro lacquer, and added Fender vintage style tuners and a TUSQ XL nut. I also added Wilkinson compensated brass saddles.

I later swapped the Tele neck pickup for an Artec vintage Alnico 2 mini humbucker, keeping the Squier Alnico 5 bridge pickup.; it's a nice sounding pair. An 'ashtray' bridge cover is included.

Will be well packed & insured. Also listed in the Portland OR area.

Edit 3-4-'26: Added photo of controls upgrade. Art of Tone CTS pots, Oak Grigsby switch, Orange Drop cap, 470K ohm resistor to balance pickup outputs.

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Listed8 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • Telecaster Baritone conversion
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Year
  • 2020's
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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