Fender Telecaster Elite 1983 Walnut
Presenting an exceptionally rare 1983 Fender Telecaster Gold Elite in stunning Walnut natural finish. This premium model represented the pinnacle of Telecaster craftsmanship in 1983, significantly outclassing other Elite variants.
The Elite series had a remarkably brief production run of just one year, discontinued when CBS placed Fender up for sale in 1984. This groundbreaking model introduced 14 revolutionary designs and patents that would shape Fender's iconic instruments for decades to come. Many innovations debuted on this guitar, including roller string trees, noiseless pickups, and the TBX active tone control system.
Specifications:
Walnut body in natural finish
Walnut neck
Premium ebony fretboard
Original bridge pickup
Neck pickup professionally rewound for excellent balance with the bridge pickup
Original case included
Some minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and light use
While not entirely original due to the rewound neck pickup, this instrument remains in exceptional condition. Notable luxury appointments include the distinctive serrated rubber control knobs with embossed numerals and engraved F logo. The gold-plated tuners feature exquisite pearl buttons reminiscent of fine European craftsmanship.
The Gold Elite represented the absolute premium tier of the series, with this Walnut body/ebony fretboard combination being among the most coveted and scarce configurations produced.
Presenting an exceptionally rare 1983 Fender Telecaster Gold Elite in stunning Walnut natural finish. This premium model represented the pinnacle of Telecaster craftsmanship in 1983, significantly outclassing other Elite variants.
The Elite series had a remarkably brief production run of just one year, discontinued when CBS placed Fender up for sale in 1984. This groundbreaking model introduced 14 revolutionary designs and patents that would shape Fender's iconic instruments for decades to come. Many innovations debuted on this guitar, including roller string trees, noiseless pickups, and the TBX active tone control system.
Specifications:
Walnut body in natural finish
Walnut neck
Premium ebony fretboard
Original bridge pickup
Neck pickup professionally rewound for excellent balance with the bridge pickup
Original case included
Some minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and light use
While not entirely original due to the rewound neck pickup, this instrument remains in exceptional condition. Notable luxury appointments include the distinctive serrated rubber control knobs with embossed numerals and engraved F logo. The gold-plated tuners feature exquisite pearl buttons reminiscent of fine European craftsmanship.
The Gold Elite represented the absolute premium tier of the series, with this Walnut body/ebony fretboard combination being among the most coveted and scarce configurations produced.
Presenting an exceptionally rare 1983 Fender Telecaster Gold Elite in stunning Walnut natural finish. This premium model represented the pinnacle of Telecaster craftsmanship in 1983, significantly outclassing other Elite variants.
The Elite series had a remarkably brief production run of just one year, discontinued when CBS placed Fender up for sale in 1984. This groundbreaking model introduced 14 revolutionary designs and patents that would shape Fender's iconic instruments for decades to come. Many innovations debuted on this guitar, including roller string trees, noiseless pickups, and the TBX active tone control system.
Specifications:
Walnut body in natural finish
Walnut neck
Premium ebony fretboard
Original bridge pickup
Neck pickup professionally rewound for excellent balance with the bridge pickup
Original case included
Some minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and light use
While not entirely original due to the rewound neck pickup, this instrument remains in exceptional condition. Notable luxury appointments include the distinctive serrated rubber control knobs with embossed numerals and engraved F logo. The gold-plated tuners feature exquisite pearl buttons reminiscent of fine European craftsmanship.
The Gold Elite represented the absolute premium tier of the series, with this Walnut body/ebony fretboard combination being among the most coveted and scarce configurations produced.