Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful, highly sought-after ESP 400 Series Telecaster from the golden era of Japanese craftsmanship (mid-to-late 1980s).This particular model features a gorgeous solid ash body with a stunning natural grain, paired with a comfortable maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. ESP 400 Series instruments are legendary for outplaying American standards of the same era, offering incredible build quality, resonance, and vintage vibe.One of the best highlights of this specific guitar is its weight: it weighs in at a very comfortable 3.3 kg (approx. 7.2 lbs). It is perfectly balanced, lightweight, and won’t fatigue your shoulder during long gigs or studio sessions.

Specs & Features:

  • Brand: ESP (Electric Sound Products)
  • Model: 400 Series Telecaster Traditional
  • Country of Origin: Japan (MIJ)
  • Body Material: Ash (Beautiful natural finish)
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Weight: 3.3 kg / 7.2 lbs (Lightweight and resonant!)
  • Pickups: Original ESP vintage-voiced single-coils
  • Condition:
    The guitar is in Very Good condition for its age. It shows some honest vintage wear, minor finish swirls, and small dings that only add to its mojo, but no structural damage or major issues. The frets have plenty of life left, the neck is straight, the truss rod functions perfectly, and the electronics are clean and quiet.Please look closely at the photos as they form part of the description.
  • Shipping & Packaging:
    The guitar will be packed professionally and securely to ensure it arrives safely. Fully insured shipping with tracking.International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, or customs fees.Feel free to ask any questions or request specific photos. Don't miss out on a stellar MIJ Telecaster!

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Listed21 hours ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Standard TE453 with Maple Fretboard
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 80`s
Made In
  • Japan
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Maple
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Color Family
  • Blonde
  • Tan
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • String-Through
Scale Length
  • 25.5"
Body Shape
  • T-Style
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 22

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