1973 Fender Telecaster Bass In Natural Finish

Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Finish Shows Light Cosmetic Playwear Throughout, Including Some Minor Marks And Scratches

Original Frets Show Notable Play Wear (See Photos)

All Parts Original

Made In Fullerton, CA

Solid Ash Body With Gloss Polyurethane Finish

Bolt-On Maple Neck With Black Dot Inlays

Single Wide Range Humbucker Pickup  With Single Volume/Tone Controls

String-Through Bridge With Chrome Bridge Cover

CTS Pots Date To 26th Week of 1973

Fender Open-Gear Tuners

34" Scale Length

1 5/8" Nut Width

C Shape Neck Profile

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.93"

Neck Depth At 12th Fret: 1.01"

Weighs 11lbs 15oz

Comes As Shown With Original Hard Shell Case

The 1973 Fender Telecaster Bass is a vintage electric bass known for its distinctive slab body and powerful tone. Inspired by Fender’s original 1950s Precision Bass design, the 1973 model features a large humbucking pickup positioned near the neck, delivering deep, punchy lows and warm, rich sound. Its maple neck, simple controls, and classic Fender craftsmanship make it a sought-after instrument among collectors and players looking for vintage character and unmistakable 1970s style.

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Listed16 days 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
  • Telecaster Bass with Maple Fretboard
Categories
Year
  • 1973
Made In
  • United States
Series
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Body Material
  • Alder
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Model Family
Color Family
  • Tan
Pickup Configuration
  • H
Body Shape
  • P-Style
Number of Frets
  • 20

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