Fender American Professional Telecaster - MN - Natural

£1211.00

Originally designed to let you play at your best, there's not many guitars that let you play quite the same way as a Fender Telecaster. Never one to stay standing still Fender are continuously experimenting and pushing the envelope to bring you the best instruments in the world. Pickups are one of the most important aspects of any guitar, as such the American Professional is fitted with new V-Mod single-coil pickups that renews Fender's classic design, blending original Fender tone with updated modern performance improvements. Not only are the pickups new and improved but there's a new modern "Deep C" shaped neck with narrow-tall frets that provides a perfect intonation. Other quality of life improvements include a new state-of-the-art bridge and a treble bleed circuit. A classic Natural finish with maple neck combines the best of vintage with the best of modern bringing you a premium guitar that will unlock your full creative potential.

Fender is guided by one clear, simple directive: make life better for musicians. While the original Teleaster certainly did that (and then some), we weren't content to rest on our laurels. Our team of mad scientists examined every component in near-microscopic detail. If we were able to improve it with a new design or modern materials we did; if it didn't need improvement, we left it alone. When the wood chips and solder fumes settled, what was left was the American Professional Telecaster—everything you need to play your best.

Developed by vintage pickup master Tim Shaw, the brand-new V-Mod single-coil pickups are voiced specifically for each position, mixing alnico magnet types to produce powerful, nuanced tones with original Fender sonic DNA. The newly redesigned Telecaster bridge sports three compensated brass barrel saddles for the perfect combination of vintage style with modern feel and performance.

Retain high end clarity when adjusting the volume controls, thanks to the new treble-bleed tone circuit that lets your tone shine through in all its glory. The new modern "Deep C"-shaped neck profile feels just right in your hand while the narrow-tall frets make it easy to bend strings accurately and play perfectly intonated chords.

The best of yesterday and today, the American Professional Telecaster is the latest form of electric inspiration from Fender. Step up and stake your claim to a legend.

TELECASTER FEATURES

V-Mod Pickups

V-Mod Stratocaster pickups are engineered using a proprietary blend of alnico magnet types for the neck and middle pickups. Each pickup is voiced specifically for its position, creating high-output tone with vintage warmth and the crisp, clear sound that made Fender a legend.

New "Deep C" Neck Profile

Designed for comfort and speed, the new American Professional “Deep C” neck profile sports more substantial shoulders—somewhat between a “Modern C”- and “U”-shaped profile. The increased mass and altered geometry creates a more natural feel that’s perfect for chord and single-note playing alike.

Narrow-Tall Frets

Narrow-tall frets are taller and narrower than their medium jumbo cousins, making them especially effective for bending notes and playing chords up the neck with perfect intonation.

New Bridge

The new Telecaster bridge sports three compensated brass barrel saddles for accurate intonation and vintage-informed tone. Combining vintage style with modern feel and performance, the redesigned “ashtray” cover stays out of your way, even when palm-muting.

Treble Bleed Circuit

The treble bleed circuit maintains the high end when turning down the volume knob to reduce gain, letting your tone shine through, no matter where the instrument’s volume is set.

New Hardshell Case

The Elite Molded Case features body-hugging contours to protect your cherished instrument, TSA latches for increased security and nested stacking ability for easy storage and secure transport.

BRIDGE: 3-Saddle, Strings-Through-Body Tele with Compensated Brass Saddles, 6 Screw Mounting with Removable Moder "Ashtray" Bridge Cover

PICKUPS: V-Mod Single-Coil Telecaster (Bridge), V-Mod Single-Coil Telecaster (Neck)

Specifications

Series: American Pro
Body Material: Ash
Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Neck: Maple, Modern "Deep C"
Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane Front, Satin Urethane Back
Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5" (241 mm)
Frets: 22, Narrow Tall
Position Inlays: Black Dot
Nut (Material/Width): Bone, 1.685" (42.8 mm)
Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Bridge: 3-Saddle, Strings-Through-Body Tele with Compensate Brass Saddles, 6 screw mounting with removable moder "Ashtray" Bridge Cover
Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
Pickups: V-Mod Single-Coil Telecaster (Bridge), V-Mod Single-Coil Telecaster (Neck)
Pickup Switching: 3-Position Blade:
- Position 1. Bridge Pickup
- Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickup
- Position 3. Neck Pickup
Controls: Master Volume with Treble-Bleed, Master Tone
Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Strings: Fender USA, NPS. (.009-.042 Gauges)
Case/Gig Bag: Elite Molded Case