{"product_id":"1994-95-fender-foto-flame-telecaster-aged-cherry-sunburst-used","title":"1994\/95 Fender Foto Flame Telecaster Aged Cherry Sunburst, (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994\/95 Fender Foto Flame Telecaster in Aged Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a distinctive Made in Japan Fender from one of the brand’s most recognisable mid-1990s limited-production periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Foto Flame concept used a highly figured photographic flame pattern beneath the clear finish, creating the appearance of dramatic figured timber while retaining the familiar feel and character of a traditional Telecaster. Combined with Japanese Fender construction and classic Tele styling, these guitars have developed a strong following among players and collectors looking for something more unusual than a standard production Telecaster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Pre-Owned example is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs an actual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithout a case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. There is a visible crack in the lacquer on the back of the guitar, which has been clearly reflected in the condition grading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAT A GLANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994\/95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood \/ Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned 1994\/95 Fender Foto Flame Telecaster in Good condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar shows the age and cosmetic wear expected from a Japanese Fender dating from the mid-1990s. Most importantly, there is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrack in the lacquer on the back of the guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This has been factored into the Good condition grade and should be considered part of the cosmetic presentation of this individual instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame finishes from this period are known for developing finish checking and lacquer cracking over time, so this type of cosmetic ageing is not unusual on surviving examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar has an actual measured weight of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo case is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994\/95 Fender Foto Flame Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Foto Flame cosmetic treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Telecaster format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-style Fender Japan specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo single-coil Telecaster pickup layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-way pickup switching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Telecaster control arrangement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual measured weight of 7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood Pre-Owned condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLacquer crack visible on the rear of the guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo case included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe appeal of the Fender Foto Flame Telecaster goes beyond simply being another vintage-style Tele. The finish gives it a very distinctive mid-'90s character, combining traditional Fender styling with a visual treatment that immediately separates it from more conventional solid-colour and standard sunburst models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderneath that unusual appearance is the familiar Telecaster concept players already understand: simple controls, two single-coil pickups, a bolt-on construction style and the direct, responsive feel that makes Telecasters useful across an enormous range of music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs actual measured weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is also relatively manageable for a full-size Telecaster, making this example appealing as a working instrument rather than simply an interesting piece of Fender Japan history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILED FEATURES \u0026amp; BENEFITS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Fender Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFender Japan instruments from the 1990s earned a strong reputation for consistent workmanship, tidy finishing and faithful interpretations of traditional Fender designs. This 1994\/95 example comes from that period and combines the familiar Telecaster platform with the more unusual Foto Flame presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than using a conventional highly figured maple top, the Foto Flame process created the appearance of figured timber using a photographic flame layer beneath the guitar's clear finish. The result is a bold, decorative appearance that became closely associated with a short period of Fender Japan production and gives each surviving instrument a distinctly period-specific identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish gives the Foto Flame effect additional depth, moving from darker outer edges towards warmer red and amber tones through the centre of the body. It is one of the more recognisable finishes associated with these Japanese Foto Flame instruments and works particularly well with the highly figured visual treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Telecaster Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe essential Telecaster formula remains deliberately simple: two single-coil pickups, a three-way selector and straightforward volume and tone controls. That simplicity gives the player immediate access to bright bridge tones, warmer neck sounds and a useful combined setting without unnecessary switching or complicated electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-Style Playing Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame Telecasters from this generation generally follow a vintage-inspired Fender Japan approach rather than the more modernised specification found on contemporary American Standard models. For players who enjoy traditional Telecaster feel and styling, that makes them particularly attractive alternatives to newer, more modern interpretations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterful Pre-Owned Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lacquer crack on the rear is part of this individual guitar's cosmetic condition and has been disclosed clearly rather than disguised. On Foto Flame instruments, finish checking and lacquer cracking are well documented as the clear finish and underlying decorative layer age, making cosmetic wear particularly important to assess honestly on each individual example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it a comparatively manageable Telecaster for longer rehearsals, sessions and live performance. Because this is an individually measured figure rather than a manufacturer estimate, it gives buyers a much more useful indication of how this specific guitar will feel on a strap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Fender will particularly appeal to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelecaster players looking for something less common\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Fender Japan enthusiasts and collectors interested in unusual 1990s production models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also makes sense for somebody who wants a genuine older Japanese Fender to use regularly rather than a pristine collector-only instrument. Its Good condition and disclosed finish crack give it the character of a played guitar while retaining the distinctive visual appeal that makes Foto Flame models so recognisable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers upgrading from modern entry-level and mid-range Telecaster-style guitars may also appreciate the combination of Japanese manufacture, traditional Fender design and an increasingly distinctive period specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLAYING STYLES \u0026amp; APPLICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe traditional Telecaster pickup layout makes this guitar suitable for a remarkably broad range of music, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecountry, blues, rock, indie, alternative, pop, punk, funk, roots and classic rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bridge pickup format lends itself naturally to bright rhythm work, articulate country-style picking and cutting rock tones, while the neck position provides a warmer response for blues, cleaner passages and more rounded lead sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts simple controls and direct response also make the Telecaster platform extremely practical for recording, rehearsals and live performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHOW IT COMPARES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame Telecaster vs Standard Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA conventional Telecaster focuses primarily on the traditional Fender body and finish aesthetic, whereas the Foto Flame series adds a much more decorative figured appearance. The fundamental playing concept remains recognisably Telecaster, but the Foto Flame model is likely to appeal more strongly to somebody looking for a visually unusual Fender with a clear 1990s identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMIJ Fender vs Modern Mexican Fender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Mexican-made Fender Telecasters offer contemporary production, readily available replacement parts and a wide range of current specifications. This 1994\/95 MIJ example instead offers genuine period Japanese manufacture and an uncommon discontinued finish concept, making the choice primarily one of modern practicality versus older Fender character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame vs Traditional Figured Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Foto Flame appearance should not be confused with a conventional thick figured-maple cap. Its visual figure comes from the photographic finishing technique rather than the natural grain of a heavily flamed top, which is an important part of the series' identity and history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid Body Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994\/95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolt-On Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-Style Single Coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaster Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-Way Blade Selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-Style Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood \/ Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLacquer crack on rear of guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePOWER REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fender Foto Flame Telecaster uses passive electronics and requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno battery or external power supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender Japan enthusiasts, Telecaster players and buyers looking for an unusual mid-'90s Fender with considerably more visual character than a standard production Tele.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Squier Telecasters, Fender Standard or Player-series Telecasters and other mid-priced traditional-style electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender-style valve combos, clean pedal-platform amplifiers, overdrive, compressor, delay and spring-reverb-style effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On Foto Flame guitars, cosmetic condition deserves particular attention. The lacquer crack on the back of this example is clearly disclosed, so use the product photographs and Request a Video Demo option to inspect the finish closely before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The combination of MIJ construction, distinctive Aged Cherry Sunburst Foto Flame styling and a measured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes this a characterful alternative to a conventional vintage-style Telecaster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned Fender Foto Flame Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you access to a short-lived Fender Japan concept that is no longer part of the standard Fender range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith older and unusual guitars, accurate individual descriptions matter. Condition, cosmetic ageing, weight and included accessories can differ significantly from one instrument to another, so Fair Deal Music presents each Pre-Owned guitar according to the actual example being sold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition, 7.44 lbs measured weight, lack of case and rear lacquer crack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are therefore stated clearly so you know what you are considering before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing Pre-Owned also gives instruments such as this another working life while providing access to discontinued finishes and specifications that cannot simply be ordered new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging new, Pre-Owned and vintage guitars. Our Birmingham showroom and musician-led team give customers access to practical advice before and after purchase, whether buying online or visiting us in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers benefit from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily-run independent retailer established in 1987\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirmingham's largest independent music store\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6,000+ Trustpilot reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnowledgeable musician-led advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtensive experience with Fender and Pre-Owned guitars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual condition descriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Birmingham showroom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure online ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast UK delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFriendly support before and after purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart-exchange and trade-in service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest a Video Demo option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour current guitar or other musical equipment could help towards the cost of this Fender Foto Flame Telecaster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects, keyboards and a wide range of other musical equipment. Contact our team for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and find out what your existing gear could be worth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePART EXCHANGE \/ TRADE-IN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you already own a guitar or other equipment that you are considering replacing, Fair Deal Music can assess it for part exchange against this Fender.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately and allow the value of your current equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact Fair Deal Music for a no-obligation valuation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this Fender Foto Flame Telecaster used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned Fender Foto Flame Telecaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen was this guitar made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt dates from approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994\/95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere was it made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was made in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat finish does it have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged Cherry Sunburst Foto Flame finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Foto Flame mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoto Flame was a Fender Japan finishing technique that used a photographic representation of highly figured timber beneath the clear finish to create a dramatic flame appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the flame figure real flamed maple?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe visible flame effect is part of the Foto Flame finishing process rather than being presented as a conventional heavily figured maple top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the guitar have any cosmetic damage?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. There is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrack in the lacquer on the back of the guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This is reflected in the Good condition grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the lacquer crack being described as structural damage?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The supplied condition information specifically identifies it as a crack in the lacquer. No separate structural crack has been stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre finish cracks common on Foto Flame guitars?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish and lacquer cracking is known to occur on surviving Foto Flame instruments as the finish ages. Each guitar should still be assessed individually, which is why the crack on this example is specifically disclosed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat pickups does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Foto Flame Telecaster specification uses a traditional pair of Telecaster-style single-coil pickups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow are the pickups selected?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA three-way blade selector provides bridge, combined and neck pickup settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the guitar active or passive?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses passive electronics and requires no battery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses Fender's traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.5\" scale length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much does this guitar weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual guitar has an actual measured weight of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.44 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it come with a case?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo case is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for live use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The straightforward Telecaster control layout, broad tonal range and relatively manageable weight make it well suited to rehearsal and live performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat styles of music suit this Telecaster?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt works particularly well for country, blues, rock, indie, alternative, pop, roots and many other styles where clear, responsive electric-guitar tones are required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I request a closer look at the lacquer crack?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest a Video Demo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e option is particularly useful for viewing the condition and finish of an individual Pre-Owned instrument before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I part-exchange another guitar against it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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