This 2004 Fender Telecaster is a special edition instrument from a Factory Special Run (FSR), offering features beyond the standard models of its time. Made in Mexico, its most striking feature is the beautiful natural-finish ash body, a premium tonewood prized for its light weight, stunning grain patterns, and its contribution to a bright, resonant tone with sweet highs and a strong midrange. This guitar has been modified with player-focused upgrades for enhanced performance. The original tuners have been replaced for improved stability, and more importantly, the bridge pickup has been upgraded from the stock ceramic unit to a higher-quality pickup, providing more authentic Telecaster twang, clarity, and output. This is a fantastic workhorse guitar that combines the reliable craftsmanship of the MIM Standard series with the upgraded aesthetics and tone of a special edition model, making it an exceptional value for the gigging musician.