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Fender Standard Telecaster (Black)

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Solidbody Electric Guitar with Alder Body, Maple Neck and Fingerboard, and Two Single-coil Pickups - Black

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Standard Series Telecaster with Classic Looks and Modern Features

When Leo FENDER® introduced the world to the original Telecaster® in 1950, nobody could have possibly imagined just how this $169 "plank" body electric guitar would change the world of contemporary music. Even more surprising is the fact that after more than a half century, the "Tele" still looks as modern - maybe even radical - as it did when it was first introduced. Considering the fact that Leo Fender wasn't even a guitar player, you have to wonder just how this "magic" happened. Were the planets aligned just right? Was the design beamed into Leo's head by weird space aliens? No matter. The Tele® is simply an inspired design. Since its introduction, guitarists in all musical genres have relied on the Fender Telecaster for its powerful tone and smooth playability. Today's Standard Tele features the best of the old and the new: A fast-action maple neck and fingerboard, new pickups with hotter voicing for better overdrive sounds, and shielded body cavities for quieter operation.



Fender Standard Series Telecaster Features at a Glance:
  • Solid alder body with three-ply white pickguard
  • Newly designed bridge block with adjustable saddles
  • Two new Standard Tele single-coil pickups
  • Maple neck and fingerboard with modern "C" shape and satin polyester finish

Solid alder body with three-ply white pickguard and shielded body cavities
In the beginning, there was the Telecaster and the single pickup Esquire. You could get one in the blond finish and that was it. Over the decades, Fender has made concessions to the changing musical styles and the needs of both novice and pro guitarists, which has led to an astonishing array of Telecasters with new colors, special finishes and upgraded electronics. But with the Standard Series Telecaster®, Fender is taking the instrument back to its roots - with a few refinements (sorry, but they couldn't help themselves). That means a solid alder body with a three-ply white pickguard. It doesn't show, but Fender also added special shielding in the body cavities for quieter operation and reduced hum.

Newly designed bridge block with adjustable saddles
For the Standard Series Telecaster, Fender designed a new bridge block that's the best of the vintage and modern designs, along with six adjustable saddles. The original Teles had a large, silly "ashtray" bridge cover that every guitar player hated, so they removed it and it promptly got lost for all time.

Two new Standard Tele single-coil pickups
The original Tele pickups had more twang than any two "normal" guitars, thanks to the single coil pickups in the bridge and neck positions. Today's Standard Tele has pickups that pretty much look the same, but are voiced hotter, so it's much easier to drive most amps into various levels of distortion, from mild to manic.

Maple neck and fingerboard with modern "C" shape and satin polyester finish
Leo Fender wasn't a guitar player. In fact, he got his start repairing radios. So he had no idea that guitars weren't supposed to have maple necks. In time, those blond maple necks and fingerboards became a Fender trademark, though the company eventually offered rosewood fingerboards on most of its models. Again, for the Standard Tele®, it's back to the basics with a maple neck and fingerboard with a modern "C" shape and a satin polyester finish on the back and a gloss finish on the fretboard and headstock.

Fender Standard Series Telecaster Features:
  • Color: Black
  • Body Type: Solidbody
  • Finish: Polyester
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Neck Shape: Modern "C" shape
  • Top Wood: Alder
  • Back Wood: N/A
  • Side Wood: N/A
  • Machine Heads: Fender/Ping standard cast/sealed tuners
  • Scale Length: 25 1/2"
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • No. of Frets: 21
  • Position Markers: Dot
  • Pickups: Two hotter voiced single-coil pickups in neck and bridge positions
  • Controls: Master volume, master tone
  • Pickup Switching: Three-position blade
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Newly designed bridge block
  • Hardware: Chrome

It's back to basics with today's Standard Telecaster®.
Specification Detail
Body Material Alder
Top Material Not Applicable
Body Finish Polyester
Color Black
Neck Material Maple
Neck Shape C
Scale Length 25.5"
Fingerboard Material Maple
Fingerboard Inlay Black dots
Number of Frets 21
Nut Width 1.650"
Bridge/Tailpiece Synchronized tremolo
Tuners Fender/Ping standard cast sealed tuners
Number of Pickups 2
Neck Pickup Standard Tele single-coil
Middle Pickup No middle pickup
Bridge Pickup Standard Tele single-coil
Controls Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-way pickup selector
Case Included No Case Included
Notes Neck has satin finish back with gloss fingerboard and headstock
Manufacturer Part Number 014-5102-506

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Playing a Legend

by Edward from Southern MS
July 2, 2009
Music Background: player in the 70's;now a hobbyist
I just received my black with white pickguard Standard Telecaster,today.I was astonished with just how good a tone this guitar has.I own a strat and a LP,but this guitar sounded as good to me(in its o... read more [+]wn way).By that,I mean each of these guitars have their own distinct characteristics.I love the sound of this American legend.It's number one for me.At this price,it's hard to pass up. close [-]

I love mine!!

by PuffyCatTail from Oak Ridge, Tn
January 29, 2009
Music Background: Serious Hobbyist
I bought the electron blue one. It is very beautiful. It looks like a metalflake paint.
It plays quite well right out of the box. I will probably do a little tweaking to it. I just can't see sp... read more [+]ending the extra money for an american made tele. I also have a MIM strat and I love it, too. If you buy one, you won't be disappointed. close [-]

Great tele...

by Terry from Omaha, NE
July 13, 2010
Music Background: Pro for 25 years.
A solidly build telecast with really good sounding pickups. I can only slightly feel and hear the difference between this MIM and the American guitars that cost more than double. If you're on a budg... read more [+]et, this is a great way to go!! close [-]

Best Tele for the Money

by Jaime Rojas from Chicago, IL
October 27, 2008
Music Background: Hobbyist
I have owned the Midnight Wine version of this MIM Telecaster for a couple of years now. I would have to say that this guitar is an incredible deal. If you are looking for a Fender Telecaster and do... read more [+]n't want to pay more than a thousand dollars for a guitar, this is the guitar for you. Some people state that the pick-ups aren't up to par, but I have played both American and MIM guitars at the music store and don't believe there is a $600 difference. The quality of the guitar is excellent and you can always change out the pickups for your taste for much less. There will always be some set up required with guitars that get shipped so find a shop in your area that can set the guitar up to your liking. close [-]

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