Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom Time Capsule Aged Dakota Red (732)

When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom Time Capsule

Color: Aged Dakota Red Weight: 7lbs 13oz/7.8lbs Serial: R138732

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

A Time Capsule from a Golden Era

Here it is. A faithful recreation of a legendary guitar from a pivotal year in music history. The Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom isn't just a guitar; it's a meticulously crafted time machine. Finished in a stunning Aged Dakota Red with a NOS flash coat lacquer and double-bound body, it looks and feels like a perfectly preserved instrument that has aged with grace. Every element, from the wood selection to the hand-wound pickups, is a testament to the artisans at the Custom Shop and their dedication to authenticity.

The Heart of the Tone: Hand-Wound '67 Pickups

At the core of this Tele's voice are the Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Tele pickups. The bridge pickup delivers that iconic, unapologetic Telecaster bite and twang with a tight low end and glassy highs, perfect for cutting through any mix. Flip to the neck, and you're greeted with a warm, round, and clear tone that's incredibly expressive for rhythm work or buttery smooth leads. They are the sound of countless hit records, brought to life with unparalleled winding consistency.

Unmatched Playability and Feel

The neck is where this guitar truly connects with the player. Crafted from exquisite AAA Birdseye Maple, the '60 Style Oval “C” profile feels immediately comfortable and broken-in. The real magic, however, is the compound 7.25" to 9.5" radius on the maple fingerboard. This thoughtful feature provides the vintage comfort of a 7.25" radius for chording down low, while flattening out to a modern 9.5" as you move up the neck for effortless, choke-free string bending. It’s a player-centric design that offers the best of both worlds.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Body Wood: Alder Off Center 2-Piece

Body Style: 67Telecaster

Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound 67 Tele Neck CC

Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound 67 Tele Bridge Relic

Controls: 67 Telecaster CC

Accessory: 67 Telecaster

Neck Mounting: 4 Bolt

Bridge: Telecaster 64-66 W/O P/U

Output: Vintage Telecaster

String Tree: American Vintage 56-58 CC

Pickguard: 60 Telecaster P/B/P Nitro CC

Neck Like: 67 Telecaster MN CC/Relic

Neck Wood: AAA Birdseye Maple

Fingerboard: AAA Maple

Truss Rod: Late 60’s

# of Frets: 21

Tuning Keys: Schaller F Key CC

Head Style: Telecaster

Head Scoop: 60

Fret Wire: Vintage Upgrade/45085

Facedots: Micarta Black .250

Fretboard Radius: 7.25”-9.50” Compound Radius

Nut Width: 1.650”

Butt Width: 2.200”

Neck Shape: 60 Style Oval “C”

1st Fret: .835”

12th Fret: .910”

Nut: Bone

Side Dots: Micarta Black 3/32”

Decal: 67-76 Telecaster

Special Notes: NOS Flash Coat Lacquer, Seam on Treble Side, Binding on body Top and Bottom

Case: Fender Custom Shop Strat/Tele Black

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.