1969 Fender Rosewood Telecaster
Here we have a super rare vintage Fender Rosewood Telecaster in player grade condition.
Most commonly associated with George Harrison of The Beatles, the original Rosewood Telecaster was designed for Fender in the 1960s by former Rickenbacker luthier Roger Rossmeisl and built by Phillip Kubicki.
As the story goes, Fender planned to introduce an all-rosewood Telecaster to its wide range of offerings. Who better to play the prototype than Harrison? After he received the gift in 1968, the Rosewood Telecaster quickly became an iconic instrument, as it was used it in the film Let It Be, during the Beatles’ Abbey Road recording sessions and iconic final public performance on the rooftop of the Apple Corps headquarters.
The Rosewood Tele became one of the most iconic instruments associated with Harrison, and it still holds legendary status.
It's unclear how many of these were made between 1968-1972 but their rarity and distinctive sound make it a prized instrument for collectors and guitar enthusiasts.
Specifications:
- 2-Piece Rosewood with Maple Centre Piece Body (Chambered)
- Rosewood Neck w/Maple Skunk Stripe
- Rosewood Fingerboard
- 7.5" Radius
- 1 5/8" Nut
- Bare Knuckle Pickups
- 3-Ply Pickguard
- Correct Pots and 3-way Switch
- Newer Fender F Tuners
- Fender Custom Shop G&G Case
- Condition: The original gloss finish has been fully removed, leaving the entire guitar with a smooth, satin feel. At some point, the body was routed for a middle pickup, which has since been professionally filled. The guitar has also undergone a refret and has been fitted with a new nut. There are a few non-original screws used throughout, and a rectangular jack plate has been installed.
Weight: 7lbs 9oz (3.43kg)
***PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL GUITAR IN STOCK***