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375 :: Roland Orzabal (Tears For Fears) - 1980s Fender Rosewood Telecaster electric guitar, made in Japan

Lot Number 375. Roland Orzabal (Tears For Fears) - 1980s Fender Rosewood Telecaster electric guitar, made in Japan. Auctioned at Guitars Part I including Artist Associated Guitars & Equipment on 8th September 2026
 
Roland Orzabal (Tears For Fears) - 1980s Fender Rosewood Telecaster electric guitar, made in Japan; Body: natural finished rosewood, various light dings and marks; Neck: rosewood, some lacquer dings; Fretboard: rosewood; Frets: good; Electrics: working although weak output from bridge pickup, James Home of Tone wiring loom and control plate installed (original retained); Hardware: generally good, replacement bridge plate and saddles (original saddles retained); Case: Fender Custom Shop hard case; Weight: 4.46kg; Overall condition: good for age *Purchased by the vendor directly from Roland Orzabal, having been offered first refusal due to his role as the frontman of a Tears for Fears tribute band. The guitar is offered with a signed letter of authenticity from Roland Orzabal, dated 31st May 2024, confirming that it formed part of his personal guitar collection and was used primarily for his own enjoyment and informal playing

Estimate: £3000-5000

Sold For: £3400.00

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Sale Date: 8th September 2026
Sale Name: Guitars Part I including Artist Associated Guitars & Equipment

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