The 2019 Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby in Sunset Orange Transparent is a distinctive take on one of Fender’s most recognisable 1970s designs, combining traditional Telecaster bite with the fuller sound of a Wide Range humbucker and the expressive feel of a factory-fitted Bigsby vibrato.

Built in Mexico around an ash body and one-piece maple neck, this limited-edition model retains the unmistakable '72 Telecaster Custom control layout, pairing a Fender Wide Range humbucker in the neck position with a traditional Telecaster single-coil bridge pickup.

Individual Volume and Tone controls for each pickup make it easy to balance the two very different voices, while the Bigsby adds smooth vibrato for everything from subtle chord shimmer to expressive lead work.

Finished in striking Sunset Orange Transparent, this Pre-Owned example is in Excellent condition, weighs an actual 8.56 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Fender
Model	Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby
Year	2019
Finish	Sunset Orange Transparent
Fingerboard	Maple
Pickup Layout	SH
Vibrato	Bigsby
Weight	8.56 lbs
Condition	Excellent / Pre-Owned
Case	Not Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned 2019 Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby in Excellent condition.

The Excellent condition grade reflects a guitar showing only very light signs of previous use and presenting extremely well overall.

This individual guitar weighs 8.56 lbs.

No case is included.

KEY FEATURES

• Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom

• 2019 model

• Made in Mexico

• Sunset Orange Transparent finish

• Ash body

• One-piece maple neck

• Maple fingerboard

• “C”-shape neck profile

• 7.25" fingerboard radius

• 25.5" scale length

• 21 vintage-style frets

• Fender Wide Range humbucker neck pickup

• Fender Telecaster single-coil bridge pickup

• 3-way toggle selector

• Independent Volume control for each pickup

• Independent Tone control for each pickup

• Bigsby vibrato

• 6-saddle adjustable bridge

• Vintage “F”-stamped tuners

• 3-bolt neck plate with Micro-Tilt

• Bullet-style truss rod

• Nickel/chrome hardware

• Actual measured weight of 8.56 lbs

• Excellent Pre-Owned condition

• No case included

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The '72 Telecaster Custom has always been one of Fender’s most versatile Telecaster designs.

The bridge pickup retains the sharp attack and familiar snap associated with a traditional Tele, while the Wide Range humbucker in the neck gives the guitar a fuller, warmer and more powerful alternative.

This limited-edition version goes a step further by adding a factory Bigsby, making it ideal for players who want vintage-style vibrato without giving up the distinctive Telecaster Custom electronics.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Limited Edition Specification

This version of the '72 Telecaster Custom was produced as a limited-edition Fender model rather than a regular standard-range instrument.

The combination of Sunset Orange Transparent finish and factory Bigsby vibrato gives it a particularly distinctive identity.

Ash Body

The solid ash body provides a clear and articulate tonal foundation with plenty of attack.

The transparent finish also allows the natural grain of the body to remain visible.

Sunset Orange Transparent

The Sunset Orange Transparent finish gives this guitar a bold appearance while still showing the ash grain beneath.

It is far less common than the more traditional Black or Natural finishes associated with '72 Telecaster Customs.

One-Piece Maple Neck

The maple neck and fingerboard retain the classic Fender visual style associated with 1970s Telecasters.

“C”-Shape Profile

The neck uses a traditional “C” profile, providing a comfortable and familiar shape for rhythm and lead playing.

7.25" Fingerboard Radius

The 7.25" radius gives the guitar a genuinely vintage Fender feel.

It is particularly comfortable for chord work and players who prefer a more curved fingerboard profile.

21 Vintage-Style Frets

The guitar uses 21 vintage-style frets, reinforcing the period-inspired playing experience.

25.5" Scale Length

The traditional 25.5" scale provides the familiar tension, definition and articulation associated with Fender electric guitars.

Wide Range Neck Humbucker

The neck position is fitted with a Fender Wide Range humbucker.

This provides a fuller and more powerful sound than a standard Telecaster neck single coil, making it particularly useful for rock, blues and warmer lead tones.

Telecaster Bridge Pickup

The bridge position retains a traditional Fender Telecaster single-coil pickup.

This provides the bright attack, bite and definition that players expect from a Tele.

Independent Volume Controls

Each pickup has its own Volume control.

This allows the neck and bridge pickups to be balanced precisely when both are selected.

Independent Tone Controls

Each pickup also has its own Tone control, allowing the darker neck humbucker and brighter bridge pickup to be shaped independently.

Three-Way Toggle

The upper-bout 3-way toggle selects between:

1. Bridge pickup

2. Bridge + Neck

3. Neck pickup

The layout is deliberately reminiscent of the control system found on many Gibson-style guitars.

Factory Bigsby Vibrato

The Bigsby vibrato gives the guitar smooth, expressive pitch movement.

It works particularly well for subtle chord shimmer, rockabilly-style vibrato and atmospheric lead parts.

Six-Saddle Bridge

The six-saddle adjustable bridge allows individual intonation adjustment for each string.

Vintage “F” Tuners

Vintage-style Fender “F”-stamped tuning machines reinforce the 1970s visual character of the model.

3-Bolt Neck Joint & Micro-Tilt

The guitar uses the period-inspired 3-bolt neck plate with Micro-Tilt adjustment associated with Fender designs of the era.

Bullet Truss Rod

A visible Bullet-style truss rod adjuster at the headstock completes the characteristic 1970s Fender aesthetic.

8.56 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs 8.56 lbs.

The Bigsby hardware adds some mass compared with a standard hardtail Telecaster, but this example remains very manageable for stage and studio use.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby is particularly well suited to rock, blues, indie, alternative, country, roots and players who want both traditional Telecaster bite and a fuller humbucker neck sound.

It should also appeal strongly to Fender collectors and players looking for a less common Telecaster variation.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The '72 Telecaster Custom works particularly well for:

• Rock

• Blues

• Indie

• Alternative

• Country

• Roots

• Americana

• Classic rock

• Clean rhythm

• Overdriven lead work

• Atmospheric guitar

The factory Bigsby makes it especially effective for players who use subtle pitch movement and chord shimmer.

HOW IT COMPARES

'72 Telecaster Custom vs Standard Telecaster

A standard Telecaster generally uses two single-coil pickups.

The '72 Custom replaces the neck pickup with a Wide Range humbucker, giving it a thicker and warmer neck voice.

Bigsby vs Fixed Tele Bridge

A conventional Telecaster bridge is mechanically simpler and provides a very direct feel.

The Bigsby adds expressive vibrato capability and gives the guitar a more fluid, vintage-style response.

Wide Range Humbucker vs Standard Tele Neck Pickup

A traditional Tele neck pickup tends to be softer and more compact sounding.

The Wide Range humbucker provides greater body, output and midrange presence.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Fender
Model	Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby
Year	2019
Series	Limited Edition / Classic Series
Country of Manufacture	Mexico
Finish	Sunset Orange Transparent
Body Shape	Telecaster
Body Material	Ash
Body Finish	Gloss Polyester
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Profile	“C” Shape
Fingerboard	Maple
Fingerboard Radius	7.25" / 184mm
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Frets	21 Vintage Style
Nut	Synthetic Bone
Nut Width	1.650" / 42mm
Pickup Configuration	SH
Neck Pickup	Fender Wide Range Humbucker
Bridge Pickup	Fender Telecaster Single Coil
Controls	2 Volume, 2 Tone
Switching	3-Way Toggle
Electronics	Passive
Bridge	6-Saddle Adjustable
Vibrato	Fender Bigsby
Tuners	Vintage “F”-Stamped
Neck Plate	3-Bolt with Micro-Tilt
Truss Rod	Bullet Style
Hardware	Nickel / Chrome
Weight	8.56 lbs
Case	Not Included
Condition	Excellent / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Players wanting classic Telecaster bridge bite with a warmer humbucker neck sound and the expressive possibilities of a factory Bigsby.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard Telecasters, Player Series models, basic Bigsby-equipped guitars and conventional dual-single-coil Teles.

Most commonly paired with: Valve amplifiers, compression, overdrive, boost, spring reverb and slapback delay.

Our tip: The independent Volume controls are particularly useful. Set the neck Wide Range humbucker slightly lower than the bridge pickup and use the 3-way toggle to move between contrasting rhythm and lead sounds without touching your amp.

Showroom feedback: The Sunset Orange Transparent finish gives this model huge visual character, while the Wide Range humbucker and Bigsby make it much more versatile than a conventional Telecaster.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Fender Limited Edition '72 Telecaster Custom with Bigsby offers the opportunity to own a distinctive and relatively uncommon Fender model with a particularly useful pickup combination.

This example is in Excellent condition, weighs 8.56 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging Fender, Pre-Owned and vintage guitars.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music combines a large Birmingham showroom with nationwide ecommerce and knowledgeable musician-led advice.

Customers benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987

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• Knowledgeable musician-led advice

• Extensive experience with Fender and Pre-Owned guitars

• Large Birmingham showroom

• Secure online ordering

• Fast UK delivery

• Friendly customer support

• Part-exchange and trade-in service

• Request a Video Demo option

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

If you already own a guitar or other musical equipment you are considering replacing, Fair Deal Music can assess it for part exchange.

Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your current equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Fender '72 Telecaster Custom used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned example in Excellent condition.

What year is it?

This is a 2019 model.

Where was it made?

It was made in Mexico.

What finish does it have?

It has a Sunset Orange Transparent finish.

What is the body made from?

The body is made from ash.

What is the neck made from?

It has a maple neck.

What fingerboard does it have?

It has a maple fingerboard.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It uses a vintage-style 7.25" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 21 vintage-style frets.

What is the scale length?

It uses Fender’s standard 25.5" scale length.

What pickup is in the neck?

A Fender Wide Range humbucker.

What pickup is in the bridge?

A Fender Telecaster single-coil pickup.

What controls does it have?

Each pickup has its own Volume and Tone control.

What switching does it use?

A 3-way toggle switch.

Does it have a Bigsby?

Yes. It has a factory-fitted Fender Bigsby vibrato.

Does it have vintage-style tuners?

Yes. It uses Fender “F”-stamped tuning machines.

Does it have Micro-Tilt adjustment?

Yes. It has a 3-bolt neck plate with Micro-Tilt.

Does it require a battery?

No. It uses passive electronics.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 8.56 lbs.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case is included.

What condition is it in?

This example is in Excellent condition.

Is it suitable for rock?

Yes. The Wide Range humbucker gives the neck position plenty of body for rock and driven sounds.

Can it still do traditional Telecaster tones?

Yes. The bridge single coil retains the snap and attack associated with a classic Telecaster.

Is the Bigsby good for subtle vibrato?

Yes. That is one of its strongest applications.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. A video demo is particularly useful for hearing the contrast between the Wide Range neck humbucker and Tele bridge pickup.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.