Fender is the undisputed number one brand for electric guitars and basses.
It is beloved by countless top artists, including Jeff Beck, Keith Richards, and Abe Futoshi.
The TL52 is a Telecaster from the highly regarded yet defunct Fender Japan brand (now integrated into the Fender brand).
True to its model name, it was inspired by the 1952 Telecaster.
The neck bears the “MADE IN JAPAN” marking and a stamp reading “TL-52TX,” while the bridge plate shows an “A” serial number.
This model likely represents a transitional period during the factory's shift.
The body utilizes Ash wood.
While Fender Japan often employs Basswood, using the traditional Telecaster wood is a welcome feature.
The neck and fingerboard are Maple.
It features Texas Special pickups.
The sound is characterized by both brilliance and richness.
Selecting the neck pickup produces a thick, mellow tone, while the bridge pickup delivers a crisp, powerful sound.
A popular Fender Japan masterpiece, still sought after today.
Don't miss this opportunity.
Approximately 60% of the frets remain.
The truss rod and neck condition are good.
The body and finish show overall signs of use. Metal hardware has tarnish, rust, and scratches.
The body top has scattered fine scratches on the pickguard. Multiple dents are visible on the elbow area, near the jack, and around the 1st string pickguard. Linear scratches and multiple dents are present near the bridge.
The body sides show paint cracking at the neck joint, scratches near the neck strap pin, and multiple dents near the elbow and end pin. Multiple dents are visible near the jack, and linear discoloration is present near the selector switch.
The body back has a large dent near the elbow, another dent near the jack, and multiple minor dents and linear scratches.
The fingerboard has an impact mark near the 1st fret on the 1st string.
The neck back has an impact mark near the 7th fret, with several other minor impact marks scattered about.
The headstock shows impact marks overall.
The electronics are in good condition.
The pickguard and jack plate have been replaced.
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 3-way selector
Nut width: 42mm
Bridge String Spacing: 10.5mm
Scale Length: 25.5 inches
Year Manufactured: Around 1997
Country of Origin: Japan
For setup, we use Stringjoy strings, which we import and sell.
Stringjoy, made in Nashville, is characterized by a silky feel, delivering a rich low end and a sound full of natural harmonics.
These premium strings maximize the instrument's performance and character, so please enjoy them together.
TONIQ craftsmen deliver after rigorous inspection.
Accessories: Soft case
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspection: Takahashi
Product Photos: Tanoue
Includes TONIQ 3-month warranty
◯About GIB and TONIQ Warranties
●Permanent Free Maintenance
Instruments purchased at our store qualify for free “String Vibration Setup” (normally ¥4,400) for life. (Reservation required)
・Please present your warranty card with your name filled in.
・Only applies to the original purchaser at GIB and TONIQ physical stores or online shops.
・Shipping and other fees are the customer's responsibility.
●Resale Value Guarantee
If you decide to sell your purchased item within 6 months of purchase, we guarantee its resale value at our store. The guaranteed value is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
●Defect Warranty
Basic Co., Ltd. provides a warranty against defects for products it sells. Except for some items like consignment goods, we will repair free of charge (or, if repair is impossible, accept returns or issue refunds) for failures occurring within a specified warranty period after purchase, provided the item was used within normal parameters.
The warranty period is 3 months for used items and 1 year for new items.
Please note that the following cases will incur charges even within the warranty period:
・Failures or damage caused by transportation, moving, dropping, etc.
・Replacement of consumable parts.
・Failures or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・Failure or damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions in the instruction manual.
・Failure or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
・If the warranty card lacks your name, model name, serial number, etc., or if any text has been altered.
・If the warranty card is not presented or has been lost.
(Warranty coverage applies only to purchases made within Japan)
● Trade-in available for up to 15% OFF
When purchasing, using our trade-in service gives you 10% OFF the selling price. (Commissioned items excluded. Only applicable if the trade-in value is 20% or more of the selling price.)
Furthermore, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly Buyback Boost Campaign, the discount rate increases to 15%.
We ship using sturdy cardboard boxes.
We also ship internationally.
item will be packed with a hard cardboard box.
we do ship internationally.
Contact Info
LINE : @toniq
email :toniq@bassick.jp
TEL : 045-548-3776