2023 Fender Hybrid II Telecaster FSR Burgundy Mist + Headstock, Near-Mint w/ Hangtags, Japan MIJ

Up for sale, a 2023 Fender Hybrid II Telecaster FSR Collection in near-mint, 100% original condition, complete with hangtags. An FSR (Factory Special Run) model produced for a single dealer in Tokyo, Guitar Planet, this Hybrid II Telecaster features a custom color Burgundy Mist Metallic gloss finish with matching headstock. This particular Hybrid II Telecaster has been modified with a traditional control configuration (with angled pickup selector switch) and “rimless” bridge base.

The Hybrid II model is one of the finest Tele iterations ever produced by Fender Japan (and a model not available in the USA market), stunning in its forward thinking design and player-friendly features. Premium specs include Hybrid II Custom Voiced single coil pickups, USA-spec CTS pots, compensated brass saddles, a bone nut, and narrow/tall fretwire, with a Modern C neck shape, 22 fret slab rosewood fretboard with a 9 1/2" radius, and a satin neck profile finish. The Hybrid II Custom Voiced single coil pickups deliver ample chewy twang and sparkle on tap in the bridge position, with a sweet, bell-like neck pickup. Featherweight at 6lbs 14oz, this Hybrid II Telecaster has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

-Wood: Maple
-Shape: Modern C, measuring .820” 1st fret, .930” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood slab, 22-fret, 9 1/2“ radius
-Frets: Narrow/Tall, pristine
-Nut: 1.650” (42mm), bone
-Tuners: Kluson-style, Gotoh
-Serialization: “Made in Japan,” JD23-prefix

Body Specs:

-Wood: Alder
-Pickups: Hybrid II Custom Voiced single coil x2
-Harness: Modern switching with angled pickup selector (replacement)
-Controls: Volume, Tone, Three-way selector switch
-Hardware: Bridge with compensated brass saddles, flat-top knurled knobs
-Plastics: Three-ply white pickguard, 50s-spec switch tip (replacement)

There are just a few minor dings on the custom color Burgundy Mist Metallic finish, primarily on the lower bout on top. The satin finish on the neck profile is flawless.

The Fender-branded gigbag is included, along with the hangtags.