Convert Telecaster into a Fender Bass IV

[guestOU812]

I am hoping to convert a Telecaster into a Fender Bass IV. Is it possible? Are there scale length discrepancies? I'm certain I would have to change the nut and possibly the bridge. I'm hoping it would be as simple as swapping out the strings, adjusting the intonation and plugging it in.

Any advise??

 

[mongo2]

Do you mean a Bass VI?

If so there are conversion necks available with a longer scale (Warmoth is one) to convert a Telecaster into six string baritone guitar.

If you mean a 4 string you still may want to go with a longer scale neck.

I've converted several guitars with 24.75" (Gibson) scale to 4 string basses keeping the original scale. They work well enough for my requirements.

 

[lz4005]

I don't know what a Bass IV is either.

A Bass VI, on the other hand has a 30" scale length.

I think the Warmoth conversion necks are 28.75. Good for A-A or B-B tuning, but a stretch for E-E.