Description
The Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom Time Capsule in Aged Dakota Red is a remarkably faithful recreation of one of the most stylish and transitional periods in Telecaster history. Built to capture the feel, tone, and aesthetics of an original late-'60s Tele Custom, this instrument delivers vintage authenticity with the precision and attention to detail that only the Fender Custom Shop can provide. For players who appreciate the elegance of bound Telecasters and the unmistakable snap of hand-wound single-coils, this guitar offers an inspiring connection to Fender's golden era.
At the heart of the instrument is a select two-piece alder body with an offset seam, finished in beautifully aged Dakota Red flash coat lacquer. The double-bound body instantly evokes the upscale Telecaster Customs of the late 1960s, while the thin lacquer finish allows the wood to resonate freely and age gracefully over time. A pair of Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Telecaster single-coil pickups deliver classic Tele twang, rich harmonic content, and articulate note separation. Whether you're chasing Bakersfield snap, bluesy warmth, or classic rock bite, the traditional three-way switching and straightforward control layout provide all the iconic Telecaster tones that have shaped countless recordings.
The stunning 3A birdseye maple neck features a comfortable late-'60s Oval "C" profile that feels instantly familiar in the hand. Combined with a vintage-inspired 7.25" to 9.5" compound radius and 21 Jescar Vintage frets, the neck offers the best of both worlds; traditional Fender feel with improved playability for modern musicians. The bone nut, vintage-style truss rod adjustment, and premium hardware contribute to exceptional tuning stability and reliable performance whether you're on stage or in the studio.
Visually, the Aged Dakota Red finish paired with the double-bound alder body creates a striking presentation that perfectly captures the spirit of a well-preserved vintage instrument. The parchment pickguard, vintage "F" tuners, threaded steel barrel saddles, and period-correct appointments complete the look, making this guitar feel like a rare piece pulled directly from Fender's late-'60s catalog.
For collectors, vintage enthusiasts, and serious players alike, the Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom Time Capsule offers an authentic window into one of the most beloved chapters of Telecaster history. Its combination of premium materials, meticulous craftsmanship, and unmistakable vintage character makes it a standout instrument that honors the legacy of the original while delivering the reliability expected from a modern Custom Shop build.
Specifications:
- Body Material: 2-Piece Select Alder with Offset Seam
- Body Shape: Telecaster Custom
- Finish: Flash Coat Lacquer
- Color: Aged Dakota Red
- Neck Material: 3A Birdseye Maple
- Neck Shape: '60s Oval "C"
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" to 9.5" Vintage Compound Radius
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Nut Material: Bone
- Number of Frets: 21
- Frets: Jescar Vintage (45085)
- Inlays: Black Micarta Dots
- Truss Rod: Late '60s
- Tuners: Fender/Schaller Vintage "F" Style
- Bridge: 3-Saddle American Vintage Strings-Through-Body Tele with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
- Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome
- Switch Tip: Black Top Hat Style
- String Tree: American Vintage '56-'58
- Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Single-Coil Tele
- Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Single-Coil Tele
- Pickup Configuration: SS
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Blade Switch
- Case Included: Deluxe Hardshell Case
Sku: 9235700269
