1968 Fender Telecaster
The late 1960s Telecaster — CBS era but still a great guitar. Keith Richards, Roy Buchanan, and others were defining the Telecaster's voice in rock. The Thinline variant offered a lighter, more resonant option.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Alder |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood (Indian) |
| Scale Length | 25.500" |
| Frets | 21 |
| Pickup Config | SS |
| Bridge | Stamped steel bridge |
| Tuners | F-stamped tuners |
| Finish Options | Blonde, Sunburst, Custom colors |
| Est. Production | 9,000 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two single-coil pickups. CBS-era pickups. Thinline Tele also introduced (semi-hollow F-hole body).
What Changed in 1968
The Telecaster Thinline introduced in 1968 — a semi-hollow variant with f-holes. Keith Richards was making the Telecaster a rock icon. CBS-era construction but still fundamentally excellent guitars.
Notable Examples
Keith Richards played a late 1960s Telecaster on 'Jumpin' Jack Flash' and throughout the Stones' peak years.
Collector's Notes
Thinline Teles from 1968-1969 (with F-holes and single coil pickups) are increasingly collected. Standard 1968 Teles are excellent players at reasonable prices. Indian vs Brazilian rosewood — significant value difference.