Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom 1968 Telecaster Custom Time Capsule - Aged Dakota Red

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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 vin