Fender - American Professional Telecaster Natural (Maple Fingerboard)
The American Professional Telecaster® draws from more than seventy years of innovation, inspiration and evolution to meet the demands of today's working player.
The American Pro Telecaster delivers instant familiarity and sonic versatility you'll feel and hear right away, with broad ranging improvements that add up to nothing less than a new standard for professional instruments.
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Modern specs on a classic platform: V-mod single-coil pickups deliver enhanced output without sacrificing vintage tonality; new deep C neck profile balances comfort with traditional feel; upgraded hardware and electronics reduce noise; maple fingerboard brightens high-end response and suits sharp attack styles.
Arrives setup-ready for immediate play. Standard Tele string spacing suits players comfortable with reduced width. Quality hardcase included. Consider strap upgrading for heavier instruments. Spare strings recommended given single-coil sensitivity to breakage during bending.
A refined Telecaster for the player who knows exactly what this design offers and wants modern reliability without compromising the classic voice. The upgrade path from standard models feels substantial—professional-grade without pretension.
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American Professional Telecaster®
The American Professional Telecaster® draws from more than seventy years of innovation, inspiration and evolution to meet the demands of today's working player.
Our popular Deep "C" neck sports smooth rolled fingerboard edges, a "Super-Natural" satin finish and a newly sculpted neck heel for a supremely comfortable feel and easy access to the upper register. New V-Mod III Telecaster single-coil pickups are more articulate than ever while delivering the twang, snap and snarl that made the Tele famous, while ClassicGear™ Precision™ Potentiometers deliver smooth, consistent control with custom torque, precise resistance and a musical taper for effortless, reliable performance.
The new top-load/string-through bridge with compensated saddles is our most comfortable, flexible Tele bridge yet - retaining classic brass-saddle tone and providing excellent intonation and flexible setup options, allowing you to tailor the tension and tone of each string to your liking.
The American Pro Telecaster delivers instant familiarity and sonic versatility you'll feel and hear right away, with broad ranging improvements that add up to nothing less than a new standard for professional instruments.
Features
- Two V-Mod III single-coil Telecaster pickups
- 3-Saddle Top-Load/String-Through Tele® with ClassicGear™ Compensated Brass Bullet™ Saddles
- Deep "C"-shaped neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges
- Bone nut; 22 narrow-tall frets for easy bending
- ClassicGear™ Precision™ Potentiometers
- Includes Deluxe Molded hardshell case
V-MOD III PICKUPS
V-Mod III Telecaster pickups are voiced specifically for each position, creating a perfectly balanced tone with the vintage warmth and crisp, clear sound that made Fender a legend.
SCULPTED NECK HEEL
The rounded neck heel and beveled neck-plate improve access to the upper register and make leads easy and comfortable.
TOP-LOAD/STRING-THROUGH CLASSICGEAR™ COMPENSATED BRASS BULLET™ SADDLE TELE BRIDGE
The new Telecaster bridge sports ClassicGear™ Compensated Brass Bullet™ Saddles - our most comfortable, flexible Tele saddles yet. Retaining classic brass-saddle tone, they provide excellent intonation and flexible setup options, allowing you to tailor the tension and tone of each string to your liking. Strings can be top-loaded for reduced tension, resulting in a mellower twang and springy attack.
DEEP "C” NECK PROFILE WITH ROLLED FINGERBOARD EDGES
Delivering both comfort and speed, the American Professional “Deep C” neck profile is slim at the nut and fills out gradually as it approaches the neck joint to create a natural feel that’s perfect for chording and single note playing alike. The hand-rolled fingerboard edges and Super-Natural satin finish provide a supremely comfortable feel.
SPECIAL ELECTRONICS
A performance-friendly push-push switch on the tone control activates the series mode in position 2, using both pickups to create a fatter tone not normally found on a Tele.
CLASSICGEAR™ PRECISION™ POTENTIOMETERS
ClassicGear™ Precision™ Potentiometers deliver smooth, consistent control with custom torque, precise resistance and a musical taper for effortless, reliable performance.
General |
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| Product Name | American Professional Telecaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Natural |
| Series | American Professional |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Color | Natural |
Body |
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| Body Material | Ash |
| Body Shape | Telecaster® |
| Body Finish | Polyurethane |
| Body Style | Solid Body |
Neck |
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| Neck Shape | Deep "C" |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Finish | “Super-Natural” Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Black Dot |
| Side Dots | Black |
| String Nut | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.685" (42.8 mm) |
| Fret Size | Narrow Tall |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
Electronics |
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| Bridge Pickup | V-Mod III Single-Coil Tele® |
| Neck Pickup | V-Mod III Single-Coil Tele® |
| Pickup Covers | Neck: Chrome; Bridge: None |
| Switching | 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup |
| Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | 3-Saddle Top-Load/String-Through Tele® with ClassicGear™ Compensated Brass Bullet™ Saddles |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply Black |
| Control Knobs | Knurled Dome |
| Switch Tip | Black |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt Asymmetrical with Micro-Tilt™ Adjustment |
Accessories |
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| Strings (Installed) | Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 |
| Included Case/Gig Bag | Deluxe Molded Case (Included) |
Fender is an iconic American manufacturer with over 75 years of history in electric guitar design and innovation. The company's instruments have shaped the sound of modern music across rock, country, blues, and pop, earning a reputation for quality craftsmanship, tonal versatility, and durability that professionals worldwide depend on.
The Fender catalog balances time-tested designs with contemporary improvements, ensuring that classic models like the Telecaster remain relevant to today's working musicians. Fender's commitment to both tradition and innovation has made it the standard against which other guitar makers are measured.
