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An affordable US-made workhorse with classic looks!

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SKU: 0174701750

Product Description

The Fender American Performer Tele is one of the most affordable 'Made in the USA' guitars available in Fender's catalogue. However, its modest price isn't a reflection of poor quality, as this instrument beautifully displays Fender's class-leading craftsmanship in all of its glory.

Appointed with the typical features that you'd expect on a Telecaster, the American Performer does however boast some thoughtful modern features to bring it up to scratch. Sporting brand new Yosemite pickups, a smooth satin-finished neck and the desirable 'Greasebucket' tone circuit, this instrument can serve as the perfect live workhorse for any guitarist.

Construction

Fender's long-established tonewood combinations remain intact with the American Performer Tele. Featuring an Alder body, this popular material ensures balanced lows, lively mids and a crisp top-end, serving as the perfect tonal foundation for the spanky-sounding single-coils.

The Alder body is paired with a Maple neck, accentuating the highs even more to allow your playing to really cut through in a mix. The bolt-on construction also gives notes a definitive snap, so that you can play with plenty of articulation.

Featuring a modern "C" profile, this neck will suit contemporary players looking for a slim feel, while offering enough thickness for vintage aficionados. Finished with satin polyurethane, this ultra-smooth neck lacquer won't hinder fast or technical playing at all, so even shredders will adore its playability! Fitted with jumbo frets too, you can gain more control and precision over the entire fingerboard.

Electronics

The most noteworthy aspect of the American Performer Telecaster is its set of pickups. Installed with a pair of Fender's new Yosemite single-coils, these pickups are designed to project rich and expressive tones. With flat-staggered pole pieces that increase their output, these pickups also have a shellac coating that controls feedback without choking their sound.

Making this instrument suitable for a number of styles, these pickups unlock even more versatility. It doesn't end there either, as the 'Greasebucket' tone circuit is yet another thoughtful addition. Letting you roll off the top-end without adding any bass frequencies, you can use your tone control in a more useful and musical manner - not turning your guitar tone to mush!

Hardware

While the electronics will appeal strongly to modern players, the hardware is far more traditional and familiar to Fender fans. Fitted with a classic ashtray-style bridge with 3 saddles, you can thread the strings through the body for increased warmth and sustain.

At the other end of the instrument you'll find a set of Fender ClassicGear tuners. Offering a smooth feel for precise pitching, these tuning machines will keep the strings stable and secure.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Material: Alder
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane

Neck

  • Neck: Maple, Modern “C”
  • Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
  • Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5” (241 mm)
  • Frets: 22, Jumbo
  • Position Inlays: Black Dots
  • Nut (Material/Width): Synthetic Bone, 1.650” (42 mm)
  • Tuning Machines: Fender ClassicGear
  • Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)

Electronics & Hardware

  • Bridge: 3-Saddle Strings-Thru-Body Tele
  • Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
  • Pickups: Yosemite Single-Coil Telecaster (Bridge/Neck)
  • Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickups, Position 3. Middle Pickup
  • Controls: Master Volume, Master Greasebucket Tone Circuit
  • Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome

Other

  • Strings: Fender USA, NPS, (.009-.042 Gauges)
  • Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Gig Bag
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Written by Elliot Stent

Customer Reviews

4.5

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Terry27th Dec 2020

Value 4Looks 5Sound 5

Trusted Customer30th Mar 2020

Nothing is perfect, but for the price this is pretty close. The guitar plays really well and the satin finished neck feels great. Sound is agressive and twangy as you would expect from a tele and the playability is really good. Great no-nosense workhorse guitar as you would expect. Good job from fender on this model. Good value for the money.

Value 4Looks 4Durability 4Sound 4

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