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Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster Electric Guitar in Dakota Red
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SKU: 0149192354
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Product Description
The Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster in Dakota Red delivers the look, feel and sound of a golden-era Tele in a reliable modern build. With its classic alder body, late '50s V-shaped maple neck and a pair of vintage-style single-coils, it is built to serve up bright, cutting tones with plenty of snap and twang, whether you are playing country, rock, indie or anything in between.
Every detail has been chosen to recreate the playing experience of a late '50s Telecaster. The 7.25 inch radius maple fingerboard with vintage-tall frets feels instantly familiar under the fingers, while the 3-saddle vintage-style bridge and period-correct hardware keep the vibe authentic. If you want a Tele that looks like it has stepped out of a late '50s catalogue but performs day in, day out on modern stages and in the studio, the Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster is a superb choice.
Authentic Late '50s Tele Feel
The late '50s V-shaped neck profile fills the hand in a reassuring, vintage way that encourages relaxed chord work and confident lead playing. Combined with the gloss urethane finish and 7.25 inch radius maple fingerboard, you get a smooth, slinky feel that is perfect for everything from thumb-over blues bends to intricate country licks.
Classic Tele Twang and Clarity
Two vintage-style late '50s single-coil Tele pickups are voiced to capture the bright, articulate sound that made the original Telecaster a studio and stage staple. Expect tight low end, a punchy midrange and a crisp top that cuts through a mix, with all three switch positions delivering distinct, usable tones for rhythm and lead work.
Vintage Hardware and Looks
A 3-saddle vintage-style Tele bridge with barrel steel saddles anchors the strings and delivers that unmistakable Tele snap and sustain. Paired with Fender vintage-style tuners, a single-ply white pickguard and classic Tele headstock, the Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster nails the period-correct aesthetic from every angle.
Reliable, Gig-Ready Construction
The solid alder body and 4-bolt neck construction provide a stable, resonant platform that is ready for regular rehearsals, gigs and recording sessions. Modern build consistency and quality control mean you get the charm of a late '50s Telecaster with the reliability of a contemporary Fender instrument.
Features
- Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Pickups - A matched pair of late '50s spec Tele single-coils deliver bright, cutting tones with plenty of bite and definition, ideal for classic country twang, chiming clean chords and gritty overdriven leads.
- Late '50s V-Shaped Maple Neck - The 1-piece maple neck with a late '50s V profile offers a comfortable, substantial feel that supports expressive bending and solid rhythm work, giving you a playing experience that feels authentically vintage.
- 7.25 Inch Radius with Vintage-Tall Frets - The traditional 7.25 inch fingerboard radius keeps chords feeling natural across the neck, while vintage-tall frets add a touch of extra height for easier bending and clear note definition without losing that old-school vibe.
- 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Tele Bridge - The classic 3-saddle bridge with barrel steel saddles enhances sustain and resonance while providing the snappy attack and twang that define the Telecaster sound, all in a period-correct, visually authentic design.
Specifications
General
- Series: Vintera III
- Orientation: Right-Hand
- Colour: Dakota Red
- Country of Origin: Mexico
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Shape: Telecaster
- Body Style: Solid Body
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
Neck
- Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
- Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
- Neck Shape: Late '50s V
- Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
- Scale Length: 25.5 inch (648 mm)
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25 inch (184.1 mm)
- Number of Frets: 21
- Fret Size: Vintage Tall
- Position Inlays: Black Dot
- Side Dots: Black
- Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
- Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
- String Nut: Bone
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.650 inch (42 mm)
- Headstock: Telecaster
Hardware
- Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele with Barrel Steel Saddles
- Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style
- Pickguard: 1-Ply White
- Pickup Covers: Neck: Chrome; Bridge: Black
- Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
- Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
- String Trees: Butterfly
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style
- Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
- Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
- Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
- Pickup Configuration: SS
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
