Fender - 75th Anniversary Player II Telecaster - Aztec Gold #0146552578
Step into the spotlight and experience iconic Fender® sound and style with the Player II Telecaster® — a stage-ready guitar with contemporary updates to power your performance and inspire your playing.
Perfect for crafting your own sound, the Player II Telecaster has the looks, tone and feel that only a Fender delivers.
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The Nantel Verdict
Updated Player II pickups with refined output; Modern C-shaped neck profile for contemporary comfort; Redesigned bridge with improved intonation stability; Lightweight body resonance characteristic of traditional Tele design; Aztec Gold finish exclusive to anniversary model
Standard Fender accessories compatible. Minimal setup required out of box. Excellent for players transitioning from budget models seeking professional build quality. Consider a quality strap and cable investment given the instrument's capabilities.
Fender's Player II line removes compromise without premium pricing. This Telecaster delivers studio-ready single-coil character and stage reliability in a guitar that rewards both technical precision and raw playing style. The 75th anniversary finish adds desirable distinctiveness.
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75th Anniversary Player II Telecaster®
Step into the spotlight and experience iconic Fender® sound and style with the Player II Telecaster® — a stage-ready guitar with contemporary updates to power your performance and inspire your playing.
The Player II Telecaster radiates timeless Fender charm, but under the hood, it's primed for today's players. Everything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern “C”-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5”-radius slab rosewood or maple fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 22 medium jumbo frets. A classic alder body is available in both timeless Fender finishes and never-before-seen colors unearthed from the archives. Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Tele® pickups offer crystalline highs, musical mids and tight lows that elevate any genre. The 3-way blade switch lets you dial in everything from smooth neck pickup chime to cutting bridge pickup twang and all points in between, while a 6-saddle bridge, block steel saddles and ClassicGear™ tuners ensure precise tuning stability for the flexibility to explore endless sonic possibilities.
Perfect for crafting your own sound, the Player II Telecaster has the looks, tone and feel that only a Fender delivers.
Features
- 75th Anniversary Limited Colors
- 75th Anniversary Neck Plate
- Contoured Alder Body
- Modern "C" Neck Profile
- 9.5“-Radius Maple or Rosewood Fingerboard with Rolled Edges
- Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Tele® Pickups
ALDER BODY
Alder is a classic Fender tonewood known for exceptional resonance and clarity. It delivers balanced tone with beefy mids and robust low-end.
MODERN "C" NECK PROFILE
This neck is designed for supremely comfortable performance, with silky smooth back finish and our Modern “C”-profile — for first-class feel that’s ideal for almost any playing style.
9.5“-RADIUS MAPLE OR ROSEWOOD FINGERBOARD WITH ROLLED EDGES
The 9.5”-radius fingerboard facilitates fluid leads and choke free bends, while the hand-rolled fingerboard edges provide a slightly broken-in feeling that’s incredibly inviting.
PLAYER SERIES PICKUPS
A modern tweak of our classic sound, our Player Series pickups are designed with more power and more bite, for authentic Fender tone—with a bit of an edge.
6-SADDLE STRING-THROUGH-BODY TELE® BRIDGE WITH BLOCK STEEL SADDLES
This string-through-body bridge features block-steel saddles for classic Tele tone with precise intonation and rock-solid stability.
CLASSICGEAR™ TUNING MACHINES
Combining vintage style with a modern 18:1 gear ratio, ClassicGear tuning machines deliver smooth, reliable performance that make it easier to fine-tune your instrument.
Accessories |
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| Recommended Case | Classic Series Stratocaster®/Telecaster® Wood Hardshell Case, P/N 0996106306 (Not Included) |
| Recommended Gig Bag | FE1225 Electric Guitar Gig Bag, P/N 0991612406 (Not Included) |
Body |
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| Body | Alder |
| Body Finish | Polyester |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Shape | Telecaster® |
| Body Style | Solid Body |
Electronics |
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| Bridge Pickup | Player Series Alnico 5 Tele® Single-Coil |
| Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone |
| Neck Pickup | Player Series Alnico 5 Tele® Single-Coil |
| Pickup Configuration | SS |
| Switching | 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup |
General |
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| Color | Aztec Gold |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Product Name | 75th Anniversary Player II Telecaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Aztec Gold |
| Series | Limited Edition 75th Anniversary Telecaster Collection |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Tele® with Block Steel Saddles |
| Control Knobs | Knurled Flat-Top |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply Parchment |
| Pickup Covers | Neck: Chrome; Bridge: None |
| Strings | Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 |
| Switch Tip | Black |
| Tuning Machines | Fender® ClassicGear™ |
Measurements |
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| Fret Size | Medium Jumbo |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
Neck |
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| Fingerboard Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Neck Finish | Satin Urethane |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | Modern "C" |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Nut Material | Synthetic Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.650" (42 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Black Dot |
| Side Dots | Black |
| String Nut | Synthetic Bone |
Fender is an iconic American guitar manufacturer founded in 1946, renowned for pioneering the solid-body electric guitar and shaping modern music across rock, blues, country, and pop. The Telecaster, introduced in 1950, remains one of the most influential and recognizable guitar designs in history, celebrated for its versatile bright tone and distinctive single-cutaway silhouette.
With over seven decades of craftsmanship, Fender has maintained a reputation for delivering professional-grade instruments that balance affordability with quality. The brand's commitment to innovation while honoring its heritage makes Fender guitars the choice of countless musicians worldwide, from beginners to touring professionals.
