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FENDER | CATALOGUES | 1963 1964 | PAGE 3

Fender Telecaster, Esquire, Musicmaster, Duosonic guitars; Deluxe and Deluxe Reverb amps

Fender 1963/1964 catalog page 3

Fender 1963/1964 guitar catalogue. Page 3. The solid body guitar section of the catalogue continues with the Fender Telecaster and Fender Esquire, plus the Fender Musicmaster and Fender Duosonic student models. Also shown on this page is the Fender electric mandolin.

Two amps are also included, pictured with guitars: the Fender Deluxe and Deluxe Reverb.

July 1963 US list prices for the guitars shown on this page are: Telecaster Custom $239.50; Telecaster $209.50; Esquire Custom $199.50; Esquire $169.50; Duosonic $159.50; Musicmaster $129.50. The amplifiers are: Deluxe Reverb $229.50; Deluxe $169.50. The Electric Mandolin, like the Esquire and Deluxe amplifier had a price tag of $169.50.

1963 1964 Fender guitar catalog page 3 - Fender Telecaster, Esquire, Musicmaster, Duosonic, Deluxe, Deluxe Reverb
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Vintage Fender Musicmaster Bass 1978

Vintage Fender Musicmaster Bass 1978

Weatogue, Connecticut, 060**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2199

Vintage Fender 1978 Musicmaster Electric Bass. Great Condition! Original case, paper work, and strap This bass has minor wear for the vintage and all components in excellent condition. This bass has not been played much! Neck and fretboard are in mint condition.... more
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Fender American Vintage II 1977 Telecaster Custom Electric Guitar - Wine

Fender American Vintage II 1977 Telecaster Custom Electric Guitar - Wine

Fort Wayne, Indiana, 468**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1899

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1969 FENDER Telecaster Bass Guitar  All original second owner First was my uncle

1969 FENDER Telecaster Bass Guitar All original second owner First was my uncle

South Plainfield, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10500

Whoever wants better pictures let me know. I did this on the fly this morning. I??ll take better pictures and send them to whoever is interested. My uncle bought this telecaster Bass Guitar brand new in 1969. The original white pick Guard broke within the first month. They were not made very strong, so it was replaced with a black pick guard same era. There is a stamp on the neck but I??m not taking it apart unless I have to the serial number on the back is the original serial number and the ... more
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50s Fender  52 Telecaster Bridge # 1857 saddles USA Rl Tele plate PAT. PEND.

50's Fender 52 Telecaster Bridge # 1857 saddles USA Rl Tele plate PAT. PEND.

Portland, Oregon, 972**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$239

Period correct early 52 thru 59 Fender Telecaster Bridge and threaded Saddles Made in the USA / Serial sample number # 1857
This rare and beautiful old USA reissue is the perfect part to restore your vintage USA pre CBS Telecaster Fender stamped with all the correct pat pend numbers In excellent working order Check out the cool picturesThank you for looking... more
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1969 Fender Telecaster

1969 Fender Telecaster

Lake Stevens, Washington, 982**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9000

1969 Fender Telecaster. this year is a great one for the model with very classic looking specs. The blonde finish and Maple neck are very reminiscent of the 1950s. The neck profile is a chunky D-shape.



The neck and body still sport their original finish with no touchup or overspray. There is finish checking in a few areas along with modest player wear. You can see a few chips and dings along the edges as well. nothing too terrible and no major eyesores

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Fender Telecaster Deluxe - 1974

Fender Telecaster Deluxe - 1974

Gunnison, Colorado, 812**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3799

This Fender vintage guitar from 1974 is a must-have for any serious musician. With its solid body and 6 string configuration, it's perfect for both beginners and professionals alike. The right-handed dexterity makes it easy to play, and the brand is known for producing high-quality instruments. This guitar is a classic model and is perfect for collectors who want to add a vintage instrument to their collection. It's been well-maintained and is in excellent condition, ready to be played and ... more
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Rare 1971 Fender Telecaster Maple Neck

Rare 1971 Fender Telecaster Maple Neck

Hollywood, Florida, 330**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2295

How I could sum up neck in one word . "AWESOME" Back of neck & headstock look like two three years of use .The spider lines small section on headstock grain are just normal coating wear / aged . The only real imperfection is a few tiny dings on coating missing (wood fine) on top of headstock .The End of neck that connects to body Very GOOD the lines are not cracks just aged stress lines in coating from being bolted against body J. Torres neck stamp should be familar to collectors . Fretts ... more
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Vintage 1974 Fender Musicmaster Natural Bass Guitar

Vintage 1974 Fender Musicmaster Natural Bass Guitar

Benicia, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

This bass guitar is super fun to play. It plays great up and down the neck. The frets are in great shape with about 80% fret life left. It's super punchy with the single pickup. The pickup is aftermarket along with the pots are non-original. The pickguard is a replacement. Overall, this is a solid, funky fender bass that you can enjoy! If you are in the market for a bass that packs a punch, this is the one you want!
The neck is straight and the truss rod turns in both directions.
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1978 Olympic White Fender Telecaster

1978 Olympic White Fender Telecaster

Portland, Oregon, 972**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3700

Here is a 1978 Fender Telecaster in original Olympic White! Although it has been played, it is quite clean for its age. The pickup is an all original save for rewound neck pickup. This was rewound by Five Star Guitars luthier Ian Pender. There is less than normal wear for the era, and the body is very clean with only a few scattered dings in the finish. Original color has faded / yellowed slightly. Pot codes (only one is visible) date to ??78. There is a stamp / tag in neck pocket that matches ... more
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1968 Fender Telecaster Vintage Guitar Blonde Ash Body w /  Bigsby, Case

1968 Fender Telecaster Vintage Guitar Blonde Ash Body w / Bigsby, Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$11500

Up for sale, a 1968 Fender Telecaster in excellent condition and in perfect working order, equipped with a Bigsby B5F vibrato and complete with the original hardshell case. Purportedly originally owned by Allan Lainer, co-founder of Blue Oyster Cult and contributor to records by The Clash and Patti Smith, this Telecaster is an extremely soulful example. Unfortunately, no supporting documentation of Lainer's ownership is included, but the story merits inclusion
This ash-bodied Telecaster is ... more
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1978 Fender Telecaster Custom - USA - OHSC

1978 Fender Telecaster Custom - USA - OHSC

Funkstown, Maryland, 217**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2899

I stumbled across this guitar recently, while out looking for guitars. In retrospect, I may have overpaid a little, given it has been modified from original.
Here are my observations after cleaning and playing it for a bit
1. Serial Number S814740 - Indicates 1978. Guitar is relatively heavy (typical of CBS era) 8lb 9oz
2. Neck is in VERY good condition. The finish on the neck is near perfect, fret wires show almost no wear
3. Bridge Pickup is a Seymour Duncan STK-T2B called a Hot... more
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Fender Telecaster Bass 1968 - 1971 Custom Color BLACK w /  OHSC | Maple Cap, vinta

Fender Telecaster Bass 1968 - 1971 Custom Color BLACK w / OHSC | Maple Cap, vinta

Lee's Summit, Missouri, 640**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5800


1971 Fender Telecaster Bass Black Custom Color!
Here's a vintage 1968 / 71 Fender Telecaster Bass in factory custom color black. The bass appears to be totally original except for one pot. The body and all components date to early 1971, while the neck dates to late 1968. Maple Cap neck. We would normally say these two were paired together at a later date but the neck matches with the body perfectly including the black finish flakes in the neck pocket that match. We ... more
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1963 Fender Duo Sonic Vintage Short Scale Guitar w /  Mahogany Body, 100% Original

1963 Fender Duo Sonic Vintage Short Scale Guitar w / Mahogany Body, 100% Original

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6300

Up for sale, a 1963 Fender Duo Sonic in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and bridge cover. A rare variant featuring a mahogany body and distinctive transparent Cherry gloss nitro lacquer finish, this Duo Sonic has a natural midrange warmth and growl that sets it apart
The guitar has a bold natural acoustic tone, qualities which translate well via the original pair of black bobbin alnico magnet single coil pickups. ... more
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1968 Fender Telecaster Custom

1968 Fender Telecaster Custom

Encinitas, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$21000


Greetings

Up for grabs is a killer 1968 Fender Custom Tele
This is a GOOD ONE!

No issues , all original with original buldwin "Fender" export case

The Feb '68 " B " neck on this tele is outrageous - you will NOT put it down.

It is a fabulous playing and sounding guitar

Email with any questions!

Thx for looking
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1961 Vintage Fender Musicmaster Guitar Pre-CBS

1961 Vintage Fender Musicmaster Guitar Pre-CBS

Sandpoint, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3350

1961 Fender Musicmaster guitar. Former owner bought this in the 90??s as an original finish guitar, but it is actually a 30+ year old refinish in Dakota Red. Appears to have originally been Olympic White. Finish checking on both sides does not photograph well. Neck appears to have been over-sprayed with clear at the same time. Volume pot and jack have been replaced, but originals are included in case. Frets have been dressed and crowned and are in great shape with plenty of life left. Some ... more
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1974 Fender Telecaster very rare all original & an outrageous see-thru Blonde !

1974 Fender Telecaster very rare all original & an outrageous see-thru Blonde !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7495

We are huge fans of Relic??d guitars & basses made by Fender today showing some players natural wear. This Tele is an all original Telecaster from 1974 w / that vibey played-in-cool look. Its original see-thru Blonde finish is magnificent showing tons of grainy Ash thru its nicely yellowed patinated finish. Its maple neck is also nicely yellowed as it??s got a totally groovy vibe. Its laminated white??gard is ultra clean & its 2 original pickups are very potent. Its pots have date does ... more
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Vintage 1973 Fender Telecaster Blonde 100% original Near Mint condition

Vintage 1973 Fender Telecaster Blonde 100% original Near Mint condition

West Sacramento, California, 956**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5899


1973 Fender Telecaster maple neck in near mint condition with original hard case. Rare vintage guitar with no modifications. 100% original down to every screw. Date correct pot codes with factory original solder joints . Neck date stamped March of 1973. Lightly played fretboard still has the factory finish showing minimal wear. Beautiful original lacquer finished body with no checking . There are some normal play marks above the pickguard and the body has a couple of small nicks. The ... more
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Fender Esquire 1957 Guitar

Fender Esquire 1957 Guitar

Encino, California, 914**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$49000

This 1957 Fender Esquire is the best guitar I have ever owned. Whomever wound the pickup at the factory in Fullerton had an amazing day. The impedance is about the same as my other Strats and Teles but the sound is totally amazing. The guitar plays extremely well. I am selling this because we are getting ready to retire and move to another state.
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Fender Elite Telecaster 1983 Sienna Burst-Rare and in excellent Condition

Fender Elite Telecaster 1983 Sienna Burst-Rare and in excellent Condition

Kernersville, North Carolina, 272**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2299

2nd owner. Guitar is in amazing shape and was taken care of beyond expectations. The body neck paint hardware, electronics and plastics are well preserved. The most important thing is that this guitar plays perfectly and the electronics are unbelievable. When I purchased, I had it set up with 9??s and had a thorough inspection.
All original equipment-No Mods-No Surprises
Original case

Since acquiring this Tele, it has spent a vast majority of its time in the case and in a ... more
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1984 American Fender Telecaster

1984 American Fender Telecaster

Henderson, Nevada, 890**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1999

Selling my 1984 USA Fender Telecaster. Just had a pro setup-neck is straight and action low. Overall it has a few small dings and light scratches. Hardware near mint condition. Pickups, selector switch and volume / tone controls work as they should. Neck has a little play wear but nothing serious. Lots of fret life left. Includes Fender case that's missing a foot and original hing pin but is fully functional. Smoke / pet odor free
Free shipping to continental US only. Will not ship to P O. ... more
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1967 Vox Stroller

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1959 Hofner Committee

1959 Hofner CommitteeThe Hofner Committee was a truly beautiful guitar produced in Germany, primarily for the UK market. It was a large bodied (initially 17 1/2") guitar with a carved spruce top, available as an acoustic or electric guitar. By the early sixties the carved top was replaced with a laminate, and although still a very fine guitar, the earlier carved top examples, with frondose headstock (like the example shown here) are far more highly prized amongst musicians and vintage guitar collectors.

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins TennesseanThe Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean, or model 6119 was Gretsch's best selling hollow body of the 1960s. This wonderfully faded example from 1965 was originally Dark Cherry Red, but has turned a mid-orange brown. The original color, however, can be seen underneath the pickup surrounds. 1965 specs: maple body, two-piece neck, Brazilian rosewood fretboard and Hi-Lo 'Tron single coil pickups. Nickel plated Gretsch Bigsby tailpiece.

1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog

1965 Gretsch catalogThe 1965 Gretsch catalog, or catalog #32, featured 10 hollow body electric guitars, including the newly launched Gretsch Viking; four solid body electrics, including the Astro Jet - making it's only catalog appearance; just one bass, the single pickup PX6070; nine acoustics and 12 tube amplifiers. Pride of place went to the Chet Atkins Country Gentleman that adorned both the front and back covers. 24 pages, six of which are in full color.

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret endsLoose frets are especially problematic in certain old guitars, but are generally very easy to fix. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make with just a few tools, a bit of knowledge, and a little time. Fixing loose frets can eliminate fret buzz, remove sharp fret ends, and greatly improve the tone of any guitar. If your luthier bill will be greater than the value of your guitar, definitely time to have a go yourself!

1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA)

1966 Hagstrom guitar catalogHagstrom guitars were distributed in the mid-1960s United States by Merson of USA. This eight page 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog, printed in two-colors contained six solid body electrics, three solid body basses, two electric acoustic guitars, two electric acoustic basses and five acoustics.

1965 Hofner President

1965 Hofner PresidentThe President was produced by Hofner in Bubenreuth, Germany, specifically for Selmer, who distributed the brand in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other commonwealth nations. The President was a hollow body electric acoustic, available as a full body or thinline, and with blonde or brunette finish. It was a great playing guitar that sold fairly well in the second half of the 1950s, throughout the 1960s, and into the very early 1970s. The example shown here is a full-body depth guitar in blonde - and as a 1965 guitar, one of the last to feature the rounded Venetian cutaway. From late 1965 until 1972, the President sported a sharp Florentine cut. Naturally, such an electric acoustic suggests jazz and blues, but many of the original British Hofner President players were part of the rock 'n roll, skiffle and beat scenes of the late 50s and early 60s.

1963 1964 Fender catalog

Fender 1963 catalogue"The Choice of Professional and Student Musicians Everywhere" This eight page catalogue was included as an insert in the 1963 annual "school music" issue of Downbeat magazine (September 1963). As well as keyboards and pedal steels, this catalog contains seven guitars, three basses and ten amplifiers - from student guitars such as the Musicmaster and Duotone to professional models like the new Jaguar.