Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster - Sherwood Green Metallic  

The Fender Vintera® III Late '50s Telecaster® is a gorgeous time machine that transports you straight back to the era when rock ‘n’ roll was finding its soul. Built with a choice of an ash or alder body and a classic 1-piece maple neck, this guitar is all about that legendary "twang" and punchy articulation that defined the Fender legacy. Whether you are chasing the snappy, percussive rhythms of Keith Richards or the smooth, soulful leads of Steve Cropper, this Tele delivers the crystal-clear highs and solid lows you need to cut through any mix.

At the heart of this beast are two vintage-style late '50s spec'd single-coil pickups, meticulously voiced to capture the bright, cutting tones of the late fifties. The "V"-shaped neck profile feels instantly familiar in your hand, paired with a 7.25" radius fingerboard and vintage-tall frets for a playing experience that is as comfortable as it is authentic. From the steel barrel saddles to the period-correct tuning machines, every detail is designed to tell the story of a pivotal era in music history.

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Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

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Golden Era Tone: Meticulously spec'd late '50s pickups provide that iconic, biting Telecaster bridge tone and a smooth, woody neck sound.

Classic "V" Feel: The late '50s "V" neck profile offers a substantial yet comfortable grip that vintage enthusiasts crave.

Authentic Hardware: Featuring a 3-saddle bridge with steel barrel saddles for that essential 1950s resonance and twang.

Vintage Playability: A traditional 7.25" radius fingerboard paired with vintage-tall frets offers a superb "old-school" feel with improved note-bending.

Stunning Aesthetics: Dressed in a period-correct finish with a 1-ply white pickguard and nickel/chrome hardware for a timeless look.

Body Wood: Alder or Ash

Neck Wood: 1-Piece Maple

Left/Right Handed: Right

Fretboard Wood: 1-Piece Maple

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Fretboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Black Dot

Neck Profile: Late '50s "V"

Finish: Gloss Polyester (Body), Gloss Urethane (Neck)

Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Tuners: Fender® Vintage-Style

Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele®

Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele®

Electronics: Master Volume, Master Tone; 3-Position Blade

Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele® with Barrel Steel Saddles

Manufacturer Part Number: 0149192346

Depth at 1st Fret: .900"

Depth at 12th Fret: .954"