Fender 0379400506 40th Anniversary Telecaster, Gold Edition, Laurel Fingerboard, Gold Anodized Pickguard, Black

Features

Squier 40th Anniversary Telecaster®, Gold Edition, Laurel Fingerboard, Gold Anodized Pickguard, Black

Celebrating four decades of Squier innovation, the Squier 40th Anniversary Telecaster® Gold Edition elevates one of the world's most iconic electric guitars with premium appointments and unmistakable style. Finished in elegant gloss black with dazzling gold-plated hardware and a gold anodized aluminum pickguard, this commemorative model blends classic Telecaster tone with upscale aesthetics worthy of the spotlight.

Built with a resonant nyatoh body and a comfortable maple neck featuring a bound Indian laurel fingerboard with pearloid block inlays, this limited-edition Telecaster offers exceptional playability and vintage-inspired character. Fender-Designed Alnico 5 single-coil pickups deliver the crisp attack, twang, and clarity Telecasters have been known for since the beginning, while vintage-style hardware and a traditional 3-saddle string-through-body bridge provide authentic feel, sustain, and tone.

Features

• Limited Edition Squier 40th Anniversary Gold Edition model
• Gloss black finish with premium gold-plated hardware
• Nyatoh body for balanced tone and resonance
• Gold anodized aluminum pickguard
• Maple neck with slim, comfortable "C"-shaped profile
• Bound Indian laurel fingerboard with pearloid block inlays
• 21 narrow tall frets
• Fender-Designed Alnico 5 single-coil Telecaster pickups
• 3-way blade pickup selector with Master Volume and Master Tone controls
• Vintage-style 3-saddle string-through-body bridge
• Vintage-style tuning machines
• Engraved Squier 40th Anniversary neck plate
• Bone nut for improved tone and tuning stability
• Factory-equipped with Fender Nickel Plated Steel strings (.009–.042)

Specifications

• Model Number: 0379400506
• Series: Squier 40th Anniversary Collection
• Edition: Gold Edition
• Body Shape: Telecaster®
• Body Material: Nyatoh
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
• Color: Black
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Neck Shape: "C" Shape
• Fingerboard: Bound Indian Laurel
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Position Inlays: Pearloid Blocks
• Number of Frets: 21 Narrow Tall
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Bridge Pickup: Fender-Designed Alnico 5 Single-Coil
• Neck Pickup: Fender-Designed Alnico 5 Single-Coil
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Switching: 3-Position Blade
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Bridge: Vintage-Style 3-Saddle String-Through-Body Telecaster®
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
• Hardware Finish: Gold-Plated
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Gold Anodized Aluminum
• Strings: Fender Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042)
• Orientation: Right-Hand

Why You'll Love It

The 40th Anniversary Gold Edition Telecaster is far more than a commemorative instrument—it's one of the most visually striking Squier models ever produced. Premium appointments like gold hardware, a bound fingerboard, pearloid block inlays, bone nut, and Fender-Designed Alnico 5 pickups give this guitar an upscale feel that stands apart from standard production models. Whether you're a collector, a dedicated Telecaster player, or simply looking for a unique stage instrument, this limited-edition model delivers classic Tele tone with exceptional style.

Why Buy From Music Central?

When you purchase from Music Central, you're buying from a family-owned music store that's been serving musicians since 1987. Every guitar is professionally inspected before it leaves our store to ensure it's properly adjusted and ready to play the moment it arrives. Our knowledgeable staff includes experienced musicians, educators, and guitar specialists who are here before and after the sale to help you choose the right accessories, answer questions, and keep your instrument performing its best.

• Professionally inspected before shipment
• Authorized Fender dealer
• Friendly advice from experienced musicians
• Outstanding customer service before and after the sale
• Proudly serving musicians since 1987

Need Help Choosing the Right Guitar?

Whether you're adding a limited-edition Telecaster to your collection or searching for a stage-ready workhorse with premium appointments, Music Central is here to help. Our staff can recommend the ideal amplifier, gig bag, strap, tuner, strings, and accessories so you'll be ready to enjoy your new guitar from day one.