Pristine 1973 Fender Telecaster Bass - Natural Ash - 100% Original Guitar with Original Fender Hard Shell Case & Tags

For your consideration is an exceptionally rare, "time capsule" example of a 1973 Fender Telecaster Bass in its original Natural Ash finish. While many 70s Fenders show their age through heavy modifications or "road wear," this instrument has been meticulously preserved and remains in 100% original, pristine condition.

This is a true "investment-grade" piece for the serious Fender collector or the player who demands the absolute pinnacle of vintage tone and authenticity.

Technical Verification & Electronics

The heart of this bass has been fully documented and verified to be factory-original:

• Potentiometers: Matching CTS pots dated to the 10th week of 1973 (Date Code: 1377310).
• Pickup: Original Seth Lover-designed Wide-Range Humbucker (Patent #3,506,771). This pickup is world-renowned for its massive, thick low-end clarity.
• Circuitry: All original factory solder joints remain intact and undisturbed. Original "pancake" disc capacitor.
• Body/Neck: Beautifully grained solid Ash body with a pristine Maple neck. The finish is glossy and shows minimal handling for a 50+ year-old instrument.

Condition & Originality: This instrument is in phenomenal, museum-quality condition. The heavy ash wood grain shows beautifully through the clear coat, and the finish is remarkably clean for a 50-year-old instrument. All hardware, electronics, and plastics are completely original.

What’s Included ("Case Candy"): This is what sets this bass apart from the rest. It comes complete with:

• The Original Fender hard-shell case.
• The Original Fender Telecaster Bass Owner’s Manual.
• The Original yellow factory Inspection Hang Tag (stamped with the corresponding matching serial code/model number).
• The original chrome bridge cover ("ashtray").

Specs:

• Year: 1973
• Serial Number: 401948 (Stamped on the 3-bolt neck plate)
• Finish: Natural (Ash Body)
• Pickup: Original Fender "Wide Range" Humbucker
• Neck: Maple

Why This Bass?

Finding a Telecaster Bass from this era is difficult; finding one that hasn't had the pots swapped, the pickups messed with, or the finish "relicked" is nearly impossible. This bass represents the transition era of Fender in its most honest form. It plays effortlessly with a straight neck and a resonant, punchy voice that only 50-year-old ash can provide.