The Fender Japan TLG-94P Telecaster Custom, commonly known as the 50th Anniversary Telecaster, is a rare and highly distinctive mid-1990s Japanese Fender combining traditional Telecaster architecture with some of the most extravagant cosmetic appointments seen on a production Tele from the period.

Its standout features include pearloid body binding, matching pearloid pickguard, gold hardware, matching headstock and rosewood fingerboard, creating a look quite unlike a conventional Telecaster.

Underneath the elaborate cosmetics is a straightforward vintage-style Tele formula, with two single-coil pickups, traditional Volume and Tone controls and a 3-way selector.

These Japanese-built TLG models have developed a strong following among Fender Japan enthusiasts and are also associated with The Edge of U2, who has been pictured using a similarly specified example.

This Pre-Owned guitar is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 7.04 lbs, and includes a gigbag.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Fender Japan
Model	TLG-94P
Commonly Known As	50th Anniversary Telecaster Custom
Era	Mid-1990s
Country of Manufacture	Japan
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Pickups	Dual Telecaster Single Coils
Special Appointments	Pearloid Binding & Gold Hardware
Weight	7.04 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	Gigbag Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Fender Japan TLG-94P in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects an instrument that has been well looked after overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from a guitar of this age.

Gold-plated hardware can naturally show some dulling or plating wear over time, particularly on frequently touched areas.

This individual guitar weighs 7.04 lbs.

A gigbag is included.

RARE TLG-94P MODEL

The TLG-94P is one of the more unusual Telecaster models produced by Fender Japan during the 1990s.

The model is closely related to the TLG-70P found in Japanese catalogues, with surviving instruments and paperwork showing some crossover between the two designations.

TLG-94P examples are particularly recognisable by their elaborate pearloid trim, matching pickguard, gold hardware and matching headstock.

The model is frequently referred to internationally as a 50th Anniversary Telecaster, particularly in relation to examples produced around Fender's 50th anniversary in 1996.

KEY FEATURES

• Fender Japan TLG-94P

• Commonly known as the 50th Anniversary Telecaster Custom

• Mid-1990s Japanese production

• Telecaster single-cutaway design

• Pearloid body binding

• Pearloid pickguard

• Matching painted headstock

• Maple neck

• Rosewood fingerboard

• 7.25" fingerboard radius

• 25.5" scale length

• 21 frets

• Dual Telecaster-style single-coil pickups

• Master Volume

• Master Tone

• 3-way pickup selector

• Six-saddle Telecaster bridge

• Gold-plated hardware

• Actual measured weight of 7.04 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• Gigbag included

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The appeal of the TLG-94P is that it remains fundamentally a Telecaster while looking unlike almost any standard Telecaster Fender produced during the period.

The pearloid binding and gold hardware give it a genuinely distinctive appearance, but the basic pickup and control layout remains refreshingly traditional.

For collectors of Fender Japan instruments, the combination of rarity, unusual cosmetics and mid-1990s Japanese production makes the TLG-94P particularly interesting.

At 7.04 lbs, this example is also pleasantly manageable for a full-size Telecaster.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Fender Japan Production

The TLG-94P comes from the highly regarded period of Fender Japan production that has become increasingly sought after among players and collectors.

Japanese Fender instruments from this era are known for precise construction, reliable hardware and consistently good playability.

Telecaster Body Shape

The familiar single-cut Telecaster body keeps the playing experience rooted firmly in classic Fender territory.

The unusual cosmetics therefore enhance the appearance without changing the straightforward character of the design.

Pearloid Body Binding

The broad pearloid body binding is one of the defining visual features of the TLG-94P.

It gives the guitar a much more decorative appearance than the conventional white or cream binding used on most bound Telecasters.

Pearloid Pickguard

A coordinating pearloid pickguard extends the decorative theme across the front of the guitar.

Together with the binding and gold hardware, it gives this model its unmistakable appearance.

Matching Headstock

The headstock is finished to complement the body rather than using the plain natural maple appearance found on most traditional Telecasters.

This further separates the TLG-94P from standard production Fender models.

Maple Neck

The bolt-on maple neck provides the direct attack and familiar response associated with Fender construction.

Rosewood Fingerboard

The rosewood fingerboard gives the guitar a traditional mid-1990s Fender appearance and a smooth playing surface.

7.25" Fingerboard Radius

The vintage-style 7.25" radius provides the curved fingerboard feel associated with classic Fender instruments.

It is particularly comfortable for chord work and traditional rhythm playing.

25.5" Scale Length

The classic 25.5" Fender scale length gives the strings clear articulation and familiar Telecaster tension.

21 Frets

The guitar follows the traditional Fender format with 21 frets.

Dual Telecaster Single Coils

The traditional two-single-coil arrangement delivers the direct, articulate sounds expected from a Telecaster.

The neck pickup provides the warmer voice while the bridge position supplies the sharper attack and definition that has made the Telecaster famous.

Three-Way Switching

A traditional 3-way selector gives access to:

• Bridge pickup

• Bridge and neck pickups

• Neck pickup

Master Volume & Tone

The straightforward Master Volume and Master Tone configuration keeps the control layout immediate and familiar.

Six-Saddle Bridge

The TLG-94P uses an individually adjustable six-saddle bridge, allowing accurate intonation for each string.

Gold Hardware

Gold-plated hardware is another defining part of the model's appearance.

It provides a dramatic contrast against the body finish and pearloid detailing.

7.04 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs an actual 7.04 lbs, making it comfortably manageable for rehearsals, recording sessions and longer gigs.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Fender Japan TLG-94P is particularly well suited to:

• Fender Japan collectors

• Telecaster enthusiasts

• Players wanting an unusual Tele

• Alternative and indie guitarists

• Classic rock players

• Country players

• Studio musicians

• U2 and The Edge fans

• Collectors of 1990s Japanese guitars

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The TLG-94P works particularly well for:

• Alternative

• Indie

• Rock

• Classic rock

• Country

• Blues

• Pop

• Clean rhythm

• Overdriven rhythm

• Studio recording

• Effects-heavy guitar rigs

HOW IT COMPARES

TLG-94P vs Standard Telecaster

A standard Telecaster normally has relatively restrained cosmetics.

The TLG-94P adds pearloid binding, pearloid pickguard, matching headstock and gold hardware, giving it a dramatically more decorative appearance.

TLG-94P vs Telecaster Custom

The term Telecaster Custom can refer to several different Fender designs.

This TLG-94P should not be confused with the traditional 1970s-style Telecaster Custom featuring a neck humbucker. The TLG-94P retains a conventional two-single-coil Telecaster pickup configuration.

Japanese Fender vs Modern Production Telecaster

A modern Telecaster may offer flatter fingerboard radii and more contemporary neck specifications.

The TLG-94P combines distinctly vintage-style dimensions with the construction quality and unusual cosmetic specification associated with Fender Japan.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Fender Japan
Model	TLG-94P
Common Name	50th Anniversary Telecaster Custom
Era	Mid-1990s
Country of Manufacture	Japan
Body Shape	Telecaster
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	7.25"
Scale Length	25.5"
Frets	21
Pickup Configuration	SS
Pickups	Dual Telecaster-Style Single Coils
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching	3-Way Blade
Bridge	Six-Saddle Telecaster-Style
Binding	Pearloid
Pickguard	Pearloid
Hardware	Gold-Plated
Headstock	Matching Finish
Weight	7.04 lbs
Case	Gigbag Included
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Fender Japan TLG-94P uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Telecaster players and Fender Japan collectors who want something considerably rarer and more visually distinctive than a standard production Tele.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard Telecasters, Japanese reissue Fender models and conventional vintage-style T-style guitars.

Most commonly paired with: Clean valve amplifiers, compression, overdrive, delay, chorus and reverb.

Our tip: Don't dismiss this as purely a cosmetic collector's piece. Underneath the pearloid and gold hardware is a fundamentally simple Telecaster-style instrument, which means it remains extremely usable as an everyday guitar.

Showroom feedback: The combination of pearloid trim, gold hardware and matching headstock makes the TLG-94P immediately recognisable. At only 7.04 lbs, this particular example also has a very comfortable weight compared with some surviving examples.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Fender Japan TLG-94P offers the opportunity to own a relatively rare Japanese Fender with a genuinely unusual factory specification.

This example is in Very Good condition, weighs 7.04 lbs, and includes a gigbag.

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

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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 existing equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Fender Japan TLG-94P used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Fender Japan TLG-94P in Very Good condition.

Was it made in Japan?

Yes.

Is the TLG-94P rare?

Yes. It is a relatively uncommon Fender Japan model and is encountered far less frequently than standard Japanese Telecasters.

Is this commonly called the 50th Anniversary Telecaster?

Yes. The TLG-94P is widely known and traded internationally as a 50th Anniversary Telecaster Custom.

Was the TLG-94P definitely created specifically for Fender's 50th anniversary?

The history is less clear than many listings suggest. Surviving examples from the anniversary period carry Fender's 50th Anniversary decal, but specialist Fender Japan research indicates that the decal was also used across wider 1996 production. For that reason, this guitar is described as commonly known as the 50th Anniversary model rather than making an unsupported claim about its original design brief.

What is the relationship between the TLG-94P and TLG-70P?

The model has appeared under both designations. Period Fender Japan catalogues reference the TLG-70P, while surviving guitars are known with TLG-94P stamps, making the model history unusually complicated.

What fingerboard does it have?

Rosewood.

What is the fingerboard radius?

7.25".

What is the scale length?

25.5".

How many frets does it have?

21.  

What pickups does it have?

It uses a traditional pair of Telecaster-style single-coil pickups.

Does it have a neck humbucker like a 1970s Telecaster Custom?

No. Despite the Custom name, this model uses two conventional Telecaster-style single coils.

What is special about the body trim?

It features distinctive pearloid binding and a matching pearloid pickguard.

What colour is the hardware?

Gold.

Does it have active electronics?

No.

Does it require a battery?

No.

Is this model associated with The Edge?

Yes. The model has become particularly well known among enthusiasts because The Edge of U2 has been associated with a similarly specified Fender Japan Telecaster.

How much does this guitar weigh?

This individual example weighs 7.04 lbs.

What condition is it in?

It is in Very Good condition.

Does it come with a case?

A gigbag is included.

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.