Fender - American Professional Classic Telecaster 3-Color Sunburst
The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic Telecaster®.
From studio to stage, The American Professional Classic Telecaster® – All the soul of a golden-era Fender®, evolved for today's player.
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V-Mod single-coil pickups balance classic twang with reduced noise; modern neck profile and improved fret work maintain vintage aesthetics with contemporary playability; three-color sunburst finish over solid ash body; hand-wound pickups with ceramic magnets
Requires standard 1/4" cable and amp. Intermediate setup knowledge recommended for optimal intonation and action. Quality gig bag or hard case essential at this price tier. Consider upgrading strap locks for stage use.
A Telecaster built for professionals who refuse to choose between vintage character and dependable contemporary engineering. The American Professional delivers the instrument's essential voice without compromise or nostalgia trap.
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American Professional Classic Telecaster®
The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic Telecaster®.
Under the hood, vintage-inspired Coastline™ '63 Telecaster® pickups deliver depth, punch and sparkle while the sleek Modern "C" neck provides exceptional comfort and playability. Fender Staggered ClassicGear™ tuners provide classic looks and precise tuning stability. Boasting custom-faded vintage and signature Fender® finishes, this professional-grade instrument looks as good as it sounds.
From studio to stage, The American Professional Classic Telecaster® – All the soul of a golden-era Fender®, evolved for today's player.
Features
- Alder Body
- Coastline™ '63 Telecaster® pickups
- Modern "C"-shaped neck with 9.5"-radius fingerboard and Medium Jumbo frets
- Vintage-style Hardware and Staggered ClassicGear™ Tuners
- Greasebucket™ Tone System
ALDER BODY
A classic Fender® tonewood known for resonance, punch and clarity. Alder has a balanced and lively tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end.
FADED CLASSIC AND SIGNATURE FENDER® FINISHES
Each instrument is available in signature Fender colors and faded classic finishes that recreate the well-loved patina of vintage guitars.
COASTLINE™ ’63 TELECASTER® PICKUPS
Based on Fender’s Pure Vintage designs, Coastline ’63 Telecaster® pickups are slightly overwound to deliver enhanced Fender warmth, chime and punch
MODERN "C"-SHAPED NECK WITH 9.5" RADIUS FINGERBOARD AND MEDIUM JUMBO FRETS
The Modern "C"-shaped neck delivers a comfortable playing experience with its smooth, ergonomic profile. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard with medium jumbo frets provides fast fretting and easy playability.
VINTAGE STYLE HARDWARE AND STAGGERED CLASSICGEAR™ TUNERS
Pure in form and function, the vintage-style 3-brass saddle provides classic tele twang and character. Staggered ClassicGear™ tuners merge traditional Fender® aesthetic with modern precision.
GREASEBUCKET™ TONE SYSTEM
The uniquely engineered Greasebucket™ Tone System tames treble frequencies without sacrificing gain or adding unwanted bass, preserving carefully crafted sound. Unlike traditional tone controls, this sophisticated circuit maintains clarity and definition even when rolled back.
Accessories |
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Case/Gig Bag
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Deluxe Gig Bag |
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Recommended Case
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Classic Series Stratocaster®/Telecaster® Wood Hardshell Case, P/N 0996106306 (Not Included) |
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Saddle Height Wrench
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.050" Hex (Allen) Wrench |
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Truss Rod Wrench
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1/8" Hex (Allen) |
Body |
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Body
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Alder |
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Body Finish
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Gloss Urethane |
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Body Material
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Alder |
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Body Shape
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Telecaster® |
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Body Style
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Solid Body |
Electronics |
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Bridge Pickup
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Coastline™ '63 Single-Coil Telecaster® |
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Controls
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Master Volume, Master Tone |
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Neck Pickup
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Coastline™ '63 Single-Coil Telecaster® |
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Pickup Configuration
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SS |
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Switching
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3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickups, Position 3. Middle Pickup |
General |
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Color
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3-Color Sunburst |
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Orientation
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Right-Hand |
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Product Name
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American Professional Classic Telecaster®, Rosewood Fingerboard, 3-Color Sunburst |
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Series
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American Professional Classic |
Hardware |
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Bridge
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3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele® with Slotted Brass Barrel Saddles |
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Control Knobs
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Knurled Flat-Top |
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Hardware Finish
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Nickel/Chrome |
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Neck Plate
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4-Bolt |
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Pickguard
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3-Ply Black/White/Black |
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Pickup Covers
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Neck: Chrome; Bridge: None |
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Strap Buttons
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Vintage-Style |
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String Trees
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Dual-Wing |
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Strings
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Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 |
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Switch Tip
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Barrel Style |
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Tuning Machines
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Fender® ClassicGear™ Staggered |
Measurements |
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Fret Size
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Medium Jumbo |
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Scale Length
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25.5" (648 mm) |
Neck |
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Fingerboard Material
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Rosewood |
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Fingerboard Radius
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9.5" (241 mm) |
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Neck Construction
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4-Bolt |
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Neck Finish
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Satin Urethane |
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Neck Material
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Maple |
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Neck Shape
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Modern "C" |
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Number of Frets
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22 |
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Nut Material
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Synthetic Bone |
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Nut Width
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1.685" (42.8 mm) |
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Position Inlays
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White Dot |
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String Nut
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Synthetic Bone |
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Truss Rod
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Standard |
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Truss Rod Nut
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1/8" American Series |
Fender is an American icon in electric guitar manufacturing, founded in 1946 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. The company revolutionized modern music with legendary designs like the Telecaster and Stratocaster, instruments that defined rock, country, blues, and countless other genres.
Fender is recognized for uncompromising build quality, tonal excellence, and a deep commitment to innovation while respecting vintage aesthetics. The American Professional line represents the pinnacle of this philosophy—combining time-tested designs with contemporary manufacturing and hardware to meet the demands of today's discerning musicians.
