Cushmic Sounds is pleased to offer on consignment this ridiculously cool Fender Custom Shop 1951 "Nocaster" in the ever popular Butterscotch Relic Laquer finish from 2016.

Serial #R15401

Now what is a "Nocaster" you ask? Well, the Telecaster was originally named the "Broadcaster" when it was first introduced in the 1950s. However, due to a trademark issue, Fender briefly removed the "Broadcaster" name from the headstock, leading to a period where the guitars were referred to as "Nocasters." Eventually, the name was changed to Telecaster, and the guitar has been known by that name ever since. In terms of differences, the Nocaster is essentially a Telecaster from the brief period when it didn't have a name on the headstock. The Broadcaster, on the other hand, refers to the original Telecaster model before the name change. The main differences between these models would be in their historical significance, rarity, and potential vintage value, as the actual design and features are quite similar.

Weighing in at 3.27kg (7.72lbs) with a beautifully resonant aged 2-peice Ash body, 1-peice Maple neck with chunky 50's profile "U" shape and Walnut skunk stripe, 7.25" fingerboard Radius with 21 "Vintage upgrade" frets, and Bone nut.

Nut width: 41.92mm (1.650")

Neck width at 12th fret: 51.59mm (2.031")

Neck depth at 1st fret: 24.26mm (0.955")

Neck depth at 12th fret: 25.94mm (1.021")

Featuring its original set of gorgeous sounding Hand Wound Fender Custom Shop 51 "Nocaster" pickups and an upgraded wiring harness from Replay Guitars in Victoria replayguitars.com.au

Pickup outputs:

Neck: 6.97k

Bridge: 6.54k

Upon first inspection, the original wiring harness had a replacement Mojo Dijon cap that had been installed poorly, and the original volume pot was damaged. The guitar was quite dark in tone and produced some unwanted microphonics and white noise to the point of being unusable, so it had to go!

Upgraded wiring harness components:

1x CRL 3-Way Lever Switch
2x CTS 'Short' Precision Audio Taper 250k Solid-Shaft Potentiometers
1x Cornell Dubilier / Sprague  Orange Drop .047uf Capacitor 
1x Treble Bleed Mod on Volume Control
1x Switchcraft Mono Output Jack

All aged Nickel hardware, Fender logo Vintage Tuners, Ashtray bridge with stamped Serial No. and brass saddles.

Comes with its Original Fender Custom Shop Hardshell Tweed Case, Certificate Of Authenticity (COA), Custom Shop Floor Traveller (Reprint) and Hang Tag, Owner's Manual, Fender Leather Strap, Bridge Cover, Custom Shop Sticker, Fender Custom Care pack (Sealed), Fender Custom Shop cable, and Case Keys.

Serviced and setup here at Cushmic Sounds with D'Addario 10-46 strings, frets cleaned and polished, fretboard cleaned, intonation and action set, truss rod tested and works as it should, electronics cleaned, tested and working perfectly, all hardware cleaned and secured.

Frets are in Excellent condition, playability is superb!

Overall condition is EXCELLENT. This lovely Custom Shop Tele is an absolute beauty, a tone monster, a great player, and the upgraded wiring harness with the Treble Bleed Mod is a welcome addition.

SHIPPING: Fully insured shipping with tracking provided​. All items from Cushmic Sounds are packed carefully and securely.

However, if you would like to organise your own shipping, I will provide the collection address once payment has cleared.

NOTE: I strongly recommend insurance and signature on delivery.

FREE DELIVERY: Perth Metro area and surounds.

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Import costs, Tariffs, VAT, etc are the responsibility of the buyer and not that of Cushmic Sounds. Check with your local customs authority before purchase.

Viewing by appointment only.

Thanks for looking!

NOTE: This guitar is on consignment.