For Sale: 1994 Fender MIJ Japan Telecaster Custom TLG-70P – Black w/ Tweed HSC

Up for sale is a 1994 Fender MIJ Japan Telecaster Custom TLG-70P in Black, complete with a non-original tweed hard-shell case.

This is a very cool and increasingly hard-to-find Fender Japan Telecaster Custom with a much more upscale visual package than a standard Tele. The TLG-70P is especially desirable for its double-bound body, matching black headstock, gold hardware, and pearloid appointments, giving it a sharper and more luxurious look while still delivering classic Telecaster feel and tone. Fender Japan made some truly great domestic-market models in this era, and this is a standout example.

Condition

This guitar is in very good condition and I would rate it a solid 7.5/10. It shows scratches, dings, wear on the back, and tarnish to the gold hardware from normal use and age. Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no cracks, breaks, or repairs. The neck is straight, the frets are in very good condition, and the guitar plays cleanly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots. It has also been recently professionally set up and is ready to go.

The non-original tweed hard-shell case is included.

Specifications

Serial Number: T018933
Weight: 7 lbs 14 oz
Nut Width: 1.63"
Neck Depth: .83" at the 1st fret, .93" at the 12th fret
Neck Profile: Oval / C Shape
Body: Basswood
Finish: Black
Headstock: Matching Black
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Radius: 7.25"
Frets: 21
Pickups: Original Fender Japan TL-Vintage Single-Coils
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Switch
Bridge: 6-Section Brass Saddles
Hardware: Gold
Pickguard: Dark Pearloid
Case: Non-Original Tweed Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

One of the biggest draws of this model is its premium visual styling. The double-bound body, matching black headstock, gold hardware, and dark pearloid pickguard give it a look that is much dressier than a standard Telecaster while still keeping the familiar Fender formula intact.

It is also a great example of why ’90s Fender Japan instruments remain so popular. The fit and finish are consistently strong, and models like the TLG-70P offer unique domestic-market specs that were never common outside Japan.

Tone & Feel

This guitar has the clear, punchy, and articulate response you want from a good Telecaster. The original TL-Vintage pickups deliver crisp attack, strong note definition, and classic Fender snap, making it a great fit for country, blues, rock, pop, and roots-oriented playing.

The neck has a comfortable C-shaped feel, and the 7.25" radius keeps it rooted in vintage Fender territory. At 7 lbs 14 oz, it has a balanced, comfortable weight that feels solid without being overly heavy.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises. Many customers tell us our guitars often arrive in better condition than expected.

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This 1994 Fender MIJ Japan Telecaster Custom TLG-70P in Black is a sharp, great-playing Fender Japan model with upscale styling, classic Tele tone, and a great tweed hard-shell case.

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