Pre-Owned Squier Telecaster by Fender – Korea S9 (1989)

This is a Korean-made Squier Telecaster by Fender with serial S982105 and “Made in Korea” stamped on the headstock. The S9 serial format is widely associated with Samick-built Squiers from 1989, making this a proper “player’s vintage” Tele-style guitar from the late ‘80s era.

Condition is good and fully working, with a professional setup already done. As you’d expect for the age, there are a couple of small dings/scuffs (see close-up photos), but nothing that affects playability.

Key features

• Korean-made Squier Telecaster by Fender (serial S982105)

• Likely 1989 (S9 prefix) – commonly linked to Samick production

• Gotoh tuners fitted (upgrade from stock)

• Vintage-style Tele bridge with brass saddles (as pictured)

• Classic Tele control layout: 3-way switch + master volume + master tone

• Professionally set up – ready to play

Why choose this one?

If you want a Tele-style guitar with a bit of history, these late-’80s/early-’90s Korean Squiers are well known as solid, gig-ready instruments when properly set up. This one has the practical upgrades players actually want (notably the Gotoh tuners) plus the traditional feel of a brass-saddle Tele bridge. It’s a great choice for indie, punk, country, blues, or as a dependable “grab-and-go” stage guitar.

Condition notes (Pre-Owned)

• Good overall condition for the age

• Minor cosmetic dings/scuffs present (shown in photos)

• No functional issues – everything working as it should

• Set up professionally

Specifications (as observed)

• Model: Squier Telecaster by Fender (MIK)

• Country of manufacture: Korea

• Serial: S982105

• Body style: Tele-style solid body

• Neck: Maple neck / maple fingerboard

• Pickguard: Black

• Bridge: Tele bridge with brass saddles

• Tuners: Gotoh (replacement)

• Controls: Volume, Tone, 3-way selector