Squier 40th Anniversary Telecaster Gold Edition - Black

Squier 40th Anniversary Telecaster Gold Edition - Black

The first instruments to bear the Squier name were introduced in 1982, answering the call for genuine Fender designs at accessible prices. The Squier 40th Anniversary collection celebrates the 40-year journey of Fender’s entry-level brand with special editions of the Telecaster, Stratocaster, Jazzmaster, Precision Bass, and Jazz Bass, all available in Gold Edition and Vintage Edition variants.

The Squier 40th Anniversary Telecaster Gold Edition is a stylish model adorned with an eye-catching collection of upscale features for the discerning Squier fanatic. Featuring striking gold-plated hardware, a gold anodized aluminum pickguard, a bound Indian laurel fingerboard with pearloid block inlays, an engraved anniversary neck plate and gloss finish throughout, this Tele is poised and ready for the spotlight. Player-friendly refinements of this commemorative model include a slim and comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile for an easy playing feel, vintage-style tuning machines and 6-saddle floating bridge and tremolo for authentic performance and style, and Fender-Designed single-coil pickups with alnico 5 magnets for familiarTele tone.

Highlights

GOLD-PLATED HARDWARE
This anniversary model features gold-plated hardware for an upscale look.

GOLD ANODIZED ALUMINUM PICKGUARD
An anodized pickguard is not only extremely durable, but also has a premium look and feel.

FENDER-DESIGNED SINGLE-COIL PICKUPS WITH ALNICO 5 MAGNETS
This model features vintage-voiced pickups designed in-house at Fender for authentic and familiar tone.

BOUND FINGERBOARD WITH PEARLOID BLOCK INLAYS
Fingerboard binding and block inlays add an eye-catching aesthetic appeal to this limited edition model.

ENGRAVED 40TH ANNIVERSARY NECK PLATE
This model features a custom neck plate design commemorating 40 years of Squier history.

VINTAGE-INSPIRED HEADSTOCK LOGOS
The headstock logos on this model are inspired by original Fender designs from the 1970s.

Features

• Gold-plated hardware
• Gold anodized aluminum pickguard
• Gloss body and neck finish
• Vintage-style 3-saddle string-through-body bridge
• Vintage-style tuning machines

Specs

General

• Series:  40th Anniversary
• Orientation:  Right-Hand
• Color:  Black
• Country Of Origin:  ID

Neck

• Headstock:  Telecaster
• Neck Material:  Maple
• Neck Finish:  Gloss Urethane
• Neck Shape:  "C" Shape
• Neck Construction:  Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius:  9.5" (241 mm)
• Fingerboard Material:  Indian Laurel
• Position Inlays:  Pearloid Block
• Side Dots:  Black
• Number of Frets:  21
• Truss Rod:  Head Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut:  4 mm Hex
• String Nut:  Bone
• Nut Width:  1.650" (42 mm)
• Nut Material:  Bone

Body

• Body:  Nyatoh
• Body Finish:  Gloss Polyurethane
• Body Shape:  Telecaster®
• Body Material:  Nyatoh

Hardware

• Bridge:  3-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Tele®
• Pickguard:  1-Ply Gold Anodized Aluminum
• Pickup Covers:  Neck: Gold; Bridge: Black
• Control Knobs:  Knurled Flat-Top
• Switch Tip:  Black
• Hardware Finish:  Gold-Plated
• Tuning Machines:  Vintage-Style
• String Trees:  Dual-Wing
• Strings:  Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
• Tremolo Arm:  Pop-In
• Neck Plate:  4-Bolt Squier® 40th Anniversary
• Strap Buttons:  Standard

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup:  Fender® Designed Alnico Single-Coil
• Neck Pickup:  Fender® Designed Alnico Single-Coil
• Pickup Configuration:  SS
• Controls:  Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching:  3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

Miscellaneous

• Disclaimer:  WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
• Commodity Code:  9207901000
• Style:  2 Single-Coil

Accessories

• Truss Rod Wrench:  4 mm Hex (Allen)

Measurements

• DIMENSIONS:  5.00x18.00x46.00 IN
• SHIPPING WEIGHT:  14.00 LB
• FRET SIZE:  Narrow Tall
• SCALE LENGTH:  25.5" (64.77 cm)
• SHIPPING LENGTH:  46.00 IN
• SHIPPING HEIGHT:  5.00 IN
• SHIPPING WIDTH:  18.00 IN

Shipping Policy

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Return Policy

New Items:

We honor a 14 day return window on all new items.

If you feel the need to return an item, it must be in the sellable condition, no paint chips, scratches or broken parts. Sellable Condition means that the product(s) is in exactly the same condition as it was when you received it. The item must have all the original packaging, included accessories owner’s manuals and blank warranty card, no sign of wear or abuse.

Used and Vintage Gear:

We honor a 3 day return window on all used and vintage items.

All our used gear is tested for functionality prior to being available for purchase and therefore only carries a 3 day approval period. If you would like to make a return just let us know within the 3 day window.

Damaged or Defective Items:

We visually inspect all items before shipment. If you believe you have received a damaged or defective product, please contact us immediately so we can work through the issue. Guitars, basses, and other equipment returned to us with pick marks, "buckle-rash", or any other damage or evidence of use may be subject to a 20% restocking fee, repair charge or disqualification of return. All items must be returned to us in the same condition they were when shipped to qualify. We reserve the right to refuse any return if we determine the item has been misused, modified or damaged by the purchaser. If the item turns out not to be defective upon inspection, we will have to deduct the cost of shipping from your return credit.

Shipping Charges incurred through the return of an item:

You will be responsible for the shipping charge for the return of your item, and if your item qualifies for Free shipping on its way to you, this shipping charge will also be deducted from your refund. If your item is determined to be defective, we will pay the shipping charge, equivalent to ground service.