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Electric Guitar Bodies: Fit, Specs, Buying Hub

Electric Guitar Bodies: Fit, Specs, Buying Hub

Use this page to check the build detail behind an electric guitar body for sale at TWT Guitars, then compare finish, weight and routing options when you shop for a guitar body online.

Ships From US Fulfilled from US stock
3.5–4.4 lbs Roasted poplar body weight
5.0 ★ · 8 Reviews 15 sold to date
Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color

Body Finder: Narrow the Choice Before You Buy

Start with the platform, then confirm the routing and the finish. Every option below is documented on the featured Telecaster SS body page; where a variation is not listed, the honest next step is to ask.

Body Shape

Telecaster — the platform this build sheet covers end to end.

Body Wood

Roasted poplar, described on the product page as enhancing tone while keeping the body light and stable.

Pickup Routing

Top routed for a Telecaster single-coil (SS) layout that is stated to accept universal pickup settings.

Finish

Silver Burst on the featured SKU, with more finishes named for the line.

Shipping

Ships from US stock in a strengthened, thickened foam case.

Finish and variant availability can change. Confirm the exact color and routing on the featured body page, or send us your spec and we will confirm what is on hand.

Featured Body: Roasted Poplar Telecaster SS

A single-SKU spotlight with the numbers that decide whether your neck, pickups and control plate will drop in.

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color
Featured Body

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color

$47.70 $159.00 −70%

5.0 ★ (8 Reviews) · 15 Sold · SKU TLSSRPHTMS

MaterialRoasted Poplar
Body ShapeTelecaster
Pickup RoutingSingle Coil (SS)
FinishPolyester
Scale Length25-1/2"
Body Thickness1-3/4" (44.5 mm)
Weight3.5–4.4 lbs (1.6–2.0 kg)
Ships FromUS

The product page also offers a favorites list, a Notify Me option, and a Buy at Amazon link for this body.

Fit Check: Telecaster SS Neck Pocket and Routing

Measure your neck heel, bridge and control plate against these numbers before you commit to a finished body.

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color
Build Point Documented Spec
Neck Pocket Width 2-7/32" (56 mm) — USA standard
Neck Pocket Length 3" (76.2 mm)
Neck Pocket Depth 5/8" (15.88 mm)
Scale Length 25-1/2"
Body Thickness 1-3/4" (44.5 mm)
Pickup Routing Top routed for Telecaster single coil (SS); accepts universal pickup settings
Control Cavity 50's F Brand Top Guard Style
Jack Vintage Top Mount
Contours 50's Style
Neck pocket → measure your heel 2-7/32" width is the USA-standard Telecaster pocket, and the pocket is cut 3" long by 5/8" deep. If your neck heel falls outside those three numbers, plan for fitting work.
Scale length → check your neck At 25-1/2", this pocket suits a standard Fender-scale neck. Confirm the scale printed on your neck before ordering.
Control cavity and jack → check your plate and cup The cavity is cut in the 50's F Brand Top Guard Style with a vintage top-mounted jack, so your control plate and jack cup should match that layout.
Routing → plan your pickup set The top route is cut for two single coils and is stated to accept universal pickup settings, which keeps pickup choice flexible inside an SS layout.

Finish and Color Options

The listing names Silver Burst for this SKU and lists additional finishes for the line. Finish availability can vary by variant, so confirm the color before checkout.

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color
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Silver Burst

The finish on SKU TLSSRPHTMS, applied as a polyester finish over roasted poplar.

Sea Foam Green

Listed as an available finish for this body line. Confirm the variant before ordering.

Candy Apple Red

Listed as an available finish for this body line. Confirm the variant before ordering.

Lake Placid Blue

Listed as an available finish for this body line. Confirm the variant before ordering.

The listing notes more finishes beyond those named above. If the color you need is not shown, tell us the finish you want and we will confirm availability.

Telecaster SS vs. Stratocaster-Style Builds

Use this table to see what is fixed on this body and what you must confirm if you are building on a different platform.

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color
Build Point This Body — Telecaster SS Stratocaster-Style Build
Pickup Layout Top routed for two single-coil pickups (SS) Typically a three-pickup layout — confirm the routing on the specific body you select
Neck Pocket 2-7/32" W × 3" L × 5/8" D Pocket dimensions differ between platforms — verify before buying a neck
Control Cavity 50's F Brand Top Guard Style Confirm control plate style and cavity shape on your chosen body
Jack Vintage Top Mount Confirm jack placement and cup type on your chosen body
Scale Length 25-1/2" Confirm the stated scale length before matching a neck
Body Thickness 1-3/4" (44.5 mm), 50's style contours Confirm thickness and weight for the body you select

Sizing is platform-specific. The Telecaster SS column reflects this body's published specs; the Stratocaster-style column lists what to verify rather than a spec we can confirm for another body.

Match Your Scenario to the Spec

Four common buying situations, each tied to a concrete number from the featured body and the decision it forces.

Roasted Poplar Electric Guitar Body Telecaster SS Silver Burst Color

Roasted poplar is described on the product page as enhancing tone and providing lasting durability, while keeping the body lightweight.

First Custom Build

Spec fact

Neck pocket 2-7/32" × 3" × 5/8", scale length 25-1/2", thickness 1-3/4".

Decision: measure your neck heel against all three pocket numbers before ordering.

Re-bodying an Existing Tele

Spec fact

Top-routed SS layout that accepts universal pickup settings, 50's F Brand Top Guard Style control cavity, vintage top-mount jack.

Decision: keep your pickups if they fit an SS route, and check your control plate and jack cup match the cavity.

Lightweight Gigging Rig

Spec fact

Listed weight range of 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) to 4.4 lbs (2.0 kg) in roasted poplar.

Decision: choose this body when you want a light, stable platform for long sets without adding hardware weight.

Reseller or Multi-Build Order

Spec fact

One SKU (TLSSRPHTMS) with named finishes including Sea Foam Green, Candy Apple Red and Lake Placid Blue.

Decision: request a quote for quantity and finish mix before committing to a batch.

US Shipping, Packaging and Support

What happens between checkout and the moment the body reaches your bench.

Ships From US The featured Telecaster SS body is fulfilled from US stock.
Reinforced Foam Case A strengthened and thickened foam case, described as offering 100% protection.
5.0 ★ · 8 Reviews Buyer rating shown on the product page.
15 Sold Sales count shown alongside the current price.

Need Quantity, a Custom Finish or a Quote?

Send the body shape, pickup routing, neck pocket size and finish you need. Bulk orders, finish variations and build-fit questions are all handled through the contact page, and you can fall back to the Notify Me option on the product page if a variant is not listed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

what neck pocket size does the roasted poplar telecaster ss body use?

the neck pocket measures 2-7/32" (56 mm) wide, 3" (76.2 mm) long and 5/8" (15.88 mm) deep — the usa-standard width for a telecaster neck. measure your neck heel against all three figures before ordering.

what pickup routing does this body have?

it is top routed for a telecaster single-coil (ss) configuration, meaning two single-coil pickups, and the listing states it accepts universal pickup settings. the control cavity is cut in the 50's f brand top guard style and the jack is a vintage top mount.

how much does the body weigh, and what scale length does it fit?

the listed weight range is 3.5 lbs / 1.6 kg to 4.4 lbs / 2.0 kg, with a scale length of 25-1/2". body thickness is a standard 1-3/4" (44.5 mm) with 50's style contours.

which colors and finishes are available?

the featured sku is silver burst with a polyester finish. the listing also names sea foam green, candy apple red and lake placid blue, and notes more options. finish availability can vary by variant, so confirm the exact color on the product page before ordering.

where does it ship from, and how is it packaged?

the body ships from the us and is supplied in a strengthened, thickened foam case described as providing 100% protection in transit.

can i order in bulk or request a custom color?

yes — send your quantity, body shape, routing and finish requirement through the contact page. bulk orders and finish requests are handled there, and you can use notify me on the product page if a variant is not currently listed.