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    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild
    TC SS BODY - 1950's-Guitar Bodies - Standard-Guitarbuild

    Product details

    Vintage spec TC this body has been made EXACTLY to match the original early 1950's TC. If you are looking to build an authentic TC then this is the body you want! All routs match the original even the neck router hump and neck pocket lip that was present until 1956, after 1956 there was no neck pocket lip. Note as per the original they will be supplied with offset joins in the body unless otherwise specified. This vintage spec does not accommodate some pickups. You will need vintage spec parts for this body, if you don't have them please see our re issue body that has deeper routes etc.

    • PICKUP AT BRIDGE: TC Single
    • PICKUP AT MIDDLE: None
    • PICKUP AT NECK: TC Single
    • BRIDGE: TC 54mm spacing (0990806100 & 0990810000)
    • TREMOLO: None
    • CONTOURS: None
    • JACK: Side 22mm
    • Body thickness: 44.45mm
    • Neck socket: 56mm (flat), 16.8mm deep
    • Scratchplate available: TC Scratchplate 1
    • Scale length: 25.5”
    • Neck available: Click here
    • Custom rout options available with most products, please email for a quote
    • Want lots of customisable options? Try our custom builder: Click here

      TC SS BODY - 1950's

      This item is made to order

      £120.00 GBP - £279.00 GBP

      Vintage spec TC this body has been made EXACTLY to match the original early 1950's TC. If you are looking to build an authentic TC then this is the body you want! All routs match the original even the neck router hump and neck pocket lip that was present until 1956, after 1956 there was no neck pocket lip. Note as per the original they will be supplied with offset joins in the body unless otherwise specified. This vintage spec does not accommodate some pickups. You will need vintage spec parts for this body, if you don't have them please see our re issue body that has deeper routes etc.

      • PICKUP AT BRIDGE: TC Single
      • PICKUP AT MIDDLE: None
      • PICKUP AT NECK: TC Single
      • BRIDGE: TC 54mm spacing (0990806100 & 0990810000)
      • TREMOLO: None
      • CONTOURS: None
      • JACK: Side 22mm
      • Body thickness: 44.45mm
      • Neck socket: 56mm (flat), 16.8mm deep
      • Scratchplate available: TC Scratchplate 1
      • Scale length: 25.5”
      • Neck available: Click here
      • Custom rout options available with most products, please email for a quote
      • Want lots of customisable options? Try our custom builder: Click here

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        TC SS BODY - 1950's
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        Guitar body buying guide

        Will my neck fit?

        Start with the neck pocket, then check the scale length. A few measurements now make the rest of your build easier.

        SC & TC explained
        1Match the shapeRounded or squared heel?
        2Check the dimensionsWidth, length and pocket depth.
        3Confirm the scaleUse the specification for your body.

        Two shapes. An important difference.

        SC neck pocket

        Rounded end
        Guitarbuild SC neck pocket diagram showing 56 mm width, 76 mm length and 16 mm depth

        A curved heel matches the curved end of an SC pocket.

        Width56 mm
        Length76 mm
        Depth16 mm

        TC neck pocket

        Squared end
        Guitarbuild TC neck pocket diagram showing 56 mm width, 76 mm length and 16.8 mm depth

        A squared heel matches the squared end of a TC pocket.

        Width56 mm
        Length76 mm
        Depth16.8 mm

        These are the SC and TC examples shown in our neck-pocket guide. Always check the specification of the body you are ordering; other models and bass bodies can differ.

        Already have a neck?

        Measure the heel and compare its shape and dimensions with the body’s neck pocket. A matching width alone does not confirm compatibility.

        Check the scale length too. If you are mixing neck and body types or using a conversion neck, ask us to check the combination before ordering.

        Before you apply a finish

        Check that your neck and hardware fit before finishing your body. Compare the bridge and pickup requirements with the product details.

        For a different rout or another small change, contact the workshop first so we can confirm what is possible and provide a quote.

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        Choose the finish that’s right for you.

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        Premium, professional finish

        What can you expect?

        • Smooth, rock-hard, hard-wearing finish
        • Designed to look great
        • Withstands years of regular use

        Who’s this finish for?

        Best for guitarists who want long-term durability, a premium appearance and a hard-wearing professional finish designed to stand up to years of use with less everyday wear.

        No Frills Finish

        A good finish, without the pro price.

        What can you expect?

        • Straightforward, lower-sheen colour finish
        • Without the extensive preparation and polishing involved in our Pro Finish

        Who’s this finish for?

        Best for DIY guitar builders who were planning to paint their own body but don’t have the equipment or experience to get a good result. Get an affordable colour finish without buying the tools and materials or having to do the work yourself.

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