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Description

The Fender '72 Telecaster Thinline Electric Guitar is a classic. 1972 took the Tele into new zones, giving it dual humbuckers for a meatier sound, and a new pickguard design for an updated look. This reissue is authentic in every detail: semi-hollow ash body, 7.25" radius fingerboard, die-cast machine heads, nickel silver frets and a 6-saddle string-thru-body bridge. Also features a single f-hole accent, humbucking pickups, and a white shell pickguard. Includes deluxe gig bag ($55 value).
Fender Classic Series '72 Telecaster Thinline Electric Guitar Natural
Fender Classic Series '72 Telecaster Thinline Electric Guitar Natural
Fender Classic Series '72 Telecaster Thinline Electric Guitar Natural

Features

Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Semi-hollow or chambered body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body wood: Ash
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: U
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Radius: 7.25"
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width: 1.65" (42mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Wide range humbucking
  • Middle: Not applicable
  • Bridge: Wide range humbucking
  • Brand: Fender
  • Active or passive: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics: None
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 6-saddle vintage-style
  • Tailpiece: String thru body
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Pickups
  • Case: Gig bag
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Mexico
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Reviews

4.6

45 Reviews

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Very poor quality control
Very poor quality control

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great guitar, well made, super sound

This guitar is the real deal. Very well made, no flaws at all on the beautiful natural ash finish. It came perfectly set-up right out of the box which shocked me. The sound is the best part, it's more versatile than any single coil tele., yet still gives enough tone for you country players. The neck pickup gives a sweet Les Paul type smooth sound. The maple neck is very easy to play, with great action, and very smooth. If you can't play this guitar, give back the money you spent on lessons. I have a Gibson SG which is my favorite guitar in my collection but this is now 2nd. The sound is much more rounded than a single coil pickup tele, plays any kind of music, and it's a Fender so it should last forever. And the most important thing is the value, for this price you will not find a more versatile guitar as well made, and with such a beautiful appearance. By the way it also records very well. I have a 16-track studio, and this is just as good as my 61 SG. Anyone out there who writes lyrics to rock-pop-blues songs, and would like to write them for my music please contact me at plescejj@ptd.net. thanks

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

1

Very poor quality control

The finish is great. However I replaced it at guitar center for manufacturing issues on two separate guitars. The first guitar: the nut was cut too deep and the holes in the body for the strings weren't aligned to the bridge. The second guitar they sent me had a shallow neck pocket and the saddles were raised to their highest level. Couldn't lower the action at all.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming4
  2. Practicing4
  3. Small Venues3
  4. School Bands2
  5. Recording1
Cons
  1. none2
  2. Craftsmanship2
  3. Fret Buzz1
  4. Poor Pick Up1
  5. Bad W Distortion1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Good Tone6
  2. Good Feel5
  3. Fun To Play4
  4. Good Pick Up3
  5. Solid Electronics2

Reviewed by 45 customers

  • Great Guitar!!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byJason

    fromundisclosed

    Couldn't have asked for a better sounding guitar for the price.

  • This is a great product? The best.

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byRoneStone

    fromNC

    This is an excellent guitar. My Mother bought this guitar for me in 1972 and had it until 1987. I took that guitar everywhere including the military. When you polish regularly and play it the fret board seems to age and the sound get warmer and sweeter. The three position selector is so versatile and handy when recording. Purchase one and you will play it for life. Ronestone

  • Well made, easy to play, sounds great

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byOld guy

    fromAiken, SC

    This is my fifth guitar; it sounds different than the others.

  • Love it!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byFrank

    fromundisclosed

    Perfect Classic

  • One of my favorite guitars

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byLogan

    fromFlorida

    I use this guitar all the time for medium venues and it is one of the best guitars I've ever played.

  • Very poor quality control

    1

    submitted9 years ago

    byTony

    fromBoston

    The finish is great. However I replaced it at guitar center for manufacturing issues on two separate guitars. The first guitar: the nut was cut too deep and the holes in the body for the strings weren't aligned to the bridge. The second guitar they sent me had a shallow neck pocket and the saddles were raised to their highest level. Couldn't lower the action at all.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDani

    fromundisclosed

    How much fender telecaster thinline 72 sunburst do you have? Congrats

    Open Reply - Beau
    We should have quite a few of these in our inventory at this time. Feel free to place an order online or by phone.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDani

    fromundisclosed

    Hello, Is possible ti ship this product in switzerland?ans for how much? Regards

    Open Reply - Beau
    We are able to ship certain products outside of the U.S. You would just need to select your country at the bottom of the site. Then add the items you'd like to order to your cart and proceed to the checkout section. This will let you know if the item is able to be shipped outside of the U.S.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDank

    fromTX

    Is it USA or Mexican made?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This is made in Mexico.
    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Mexico.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bySun*King

    fromEscondido California

    Is this beauty made in Mexico? Thank you

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Mexico.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byDonovan

    fromMount Vernon Washington

    Is this an American made Tele?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Mexico.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byDom

    fromWaite Park

    How much does it weight?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar weighs 12.5 lbs.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byBryan

    fromLynwood

    Do you pay the whole price on the spot?

    Open Reply -
    Yes, or, we do offer financing plans through our Guitar Center Gear Card.