{"product_id":"upgraded-squier-vintage-modified-telecaster-sh-2007-india-fender-pickups","title":"🔥UPGRADED🔥 Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster SH 2007 India~ Fender Pickups!","description":"\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cb\u003eSquier Vintage Modified Telecaster SH 2007 Metallic Red + Fender Noiseless Upgrades \u003c\/b\u003e✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s a much rarer Squier than the usual run of Vintage Modified models, and one that has had a very worthwhile list of upgrades over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2007 Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster SH, made in India and finished in a lovely Metallic Red. It is a bright, sparkly finish in person and still has plenty of gloss and depth to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese early Indian-made Vintage Modified models do not appear very often now, and the original specification was already quite unusual, with an Indian red cedar body, maple neck and an S\/H pickup layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one has moved quite a long way beyond the original spec though.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickups have been replaced with Fender Noiseless pickups, and the electronics and hardware have also had some useful upgrades, including a Fender three-saddle bridge plate with compensated brass saddles, 4-way Oak Grigsby switch, CTS pots, Orange Drop capacitor, upgraded jack plate and Pure Tone output jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickguard also appears to have been changed from the original specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaken together, there is a fair amount of money in the upgrades alone, and more importantly they have resulted in a Telecaster that plays and sounds exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt £399, we think this makes a lot of sense for somebody wanting something a little less common than the usual Squier Tele, with much of the upgrading already done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFender Noiseless Pickup Upgrade\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Duncan Designed pickup arrangement has been replaced with a pair of Fender Noiseless pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the guitar a much more familiar Telecaster character while reducing the background hum associated with conventional single coils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge pickup still has plenty of Tele bite and attack, while the neck pickup gives the warmer, rounder side of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upgraded 4-way Oak Grigsby selector also adds another useful option beyond the normal three Tele positions, giving this guitar a broader range than a standard Telecaster setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgraded Electronics \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite a bit has been changed underneath the surface too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronics now include CTS pots and an Orange Drop capacitor, together with a Pure Tone output jack and upgraded jack plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original six-saddle bridge has also gone, replaced with a Fender three-saddle Tele bridge fitted with compensated brass saddles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a more traditional Telecaster arrangement and the compensated saddles help retain the feel and tone of the classic three-barrel design while improving intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are all sensible, usable upgrades rather than changes made simply for appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an almost 20-year-old guitar that has clearly been played, so there are cosmetic signs of use, but it still presents very nicely overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metallic Red finish remains bright, glossy and attractive, particularly across the main front and rear surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most noticeable wear is around the lower and bottom edges of the body, where there are several chips through the finish. These are clearly shown in our close-up photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are also a few smaller edge knocks and marks elsewhere around the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the front and back there is normal playwear, including light scratches, small surface marks and minor blemishes, along with a small isolated mark\/ding visible on the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of this is unusual for a guitar of this age, but there is enough wear that we would rather photograph and describe it clearly than simply call it excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck and maple fingerboard remain presentable, with the expected signs of use, and the frets appear to retain plenty of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, it looks like a guitar that has been used and enjoyed rather than abused. The metallic finish still has plenty of shine and the cosmetic wear does not detract greatly from what is a very appealing older Vintage Modified Tele.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and show the condition in detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Model Specification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster SH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 2007\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Crafted in India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Metallic Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Indian red cedar body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Gloss polyurethane body finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Maple neck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tinted gloss urethane neck finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* C-shaped neck profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Maple fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 9.5” fingerboard radius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 21 medium-jumbo frets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 25.5” scale length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bone nut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 42mm nut width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Black dot position markers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Die-cast tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 4-bolt Squier neck plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nickel hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgrades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fender Noiseless neck pickup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fender Noiseless bridge pickup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fender three-saddle Tele bridge plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Compensated brass saddles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 4-way Oak Grigsby selector switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* CTS potentiometers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Orange Drop capacitor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Pure Tone output jack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Upgraded jack plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Replacement pickguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 2007 Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster SH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* All upgrades fitted to the guitar as described\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy From Chordplay Guitars?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are an independent guitar shop based in Darwen, Lancashire, specialising in quality new and used guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery used guitar is carefully checked before sale and we always aim to describe condition accurately, including photographing any marks or wear that we feel a buyer should know about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart exchange is always welcome and we are happy to consider guitars of all values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA £50 deposit can secure any guitar for collection or delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK delivery is available, with free next working day delivery on guitars over £470.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are also very welcome to visit the shop, try the guitar through an amp and take your time with it before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational Buyers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational shipping is available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease contact us before purchasing so that we can confirm the correct shipping cost for your country.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAny import duty, VAT, customs charges or local taxes payable on arrival are the responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the purchase price or shipping charge.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chordplay Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55162358399318,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/4144\/2390\/files\/3633595C-C15C-4BEE-B442-BA82E7CEBD85.jpg?v=1788193068","url":"https:\/\/www.chordplay.co.uk\/products\/upgraded-squier-vintage-modified-telecaster-sh-2007-india-fender-pickups","provider":"Chordplay Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}