This is the fun kind of oddball: a 2023 Squier FSR Classic Vibe '50s Telecaster HS in Butterscotch Blonde that left the factory as a two-pickup HS model and now shows up as a stripped-down blackguard-style troublemaker.

The neck humbucker has been removed, the black aftermarket pickguard doesnt have a hole for the pickup at the neck anymore, and the 3-way switch still gives three distinct usable sounds.

The action is low, the neck is fast, and it sounds fantastic. It has the kind of immediate, lively feel that makes you keep playing long after the sensible part of your brain said to put it back on the wall.

Condition is excellent overall. Included are two black aftermarket pickguards, one currently installed and one extra, with a Music City Bridge sticker and handwritten “9.5FBR” note on the back of the installed guard. 

If you want a sharp, weird, GREAT playing Tele with some story to it, this one has the goods.

This is a USED guitar in EXCELLENT condition. 

If you have any questions, feel free to drop by, shoot us a message or give us a call!

As always, this guitar has been meticulously and professionally set up by our skilled luthiers at The Upper Bout. 

Specs

Body / Construction 

  • Body Material: Pine
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Body Shape: Telecaster
  • Weight: 8.0 lbs. 

Neck 

  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Profile: "C" Shape
  • Scale Length: 25.5"
  • Fingerboard Material: Maple
  • Fret Count: 21
  • Fret Size: Narrow Tall
  • Neck Finish: Tinted Gloss Urethane
  • Inlays: Black Dot

Hardware 

  • Bridge: Vintage-Style String-Through-Body with Compensated Brass Saddles
  • Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel

Electronics 

  • Bridge Pickup: Fender-Designed Alnico Single-Coil
  • Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
  • Switching: 3-Position Blade

Originality / Modifications 

  • Neck Pickup: Missing — factory spec was Fender-Designed Alnico Humbucker (P90-sized housing); routing present
  • Pickguard: Aftermarket black guard installed; second aftermarket black guard included in case — neither pre-cut for neck pickup
  • Factory Pickguard: Not present
  • Factory Neck Pickup: Not present

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Listed2 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Telecaster FSR Classic Vibe
Categories
Year
  • 2023
Made In
  • Indonesia
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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