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Solidbody Electric Guitar with Alder Body, Maple Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Dark Night
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A New Spin on the American Professional Telecaster Deluxe

Fender’s American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe puts a new spin on the hugely popular model, with upgrades aimed at the professional player. The iconic Tele Deluxe styling remains, but it benefits from a contoured neck heel and a redesigned 3-saddle bridge, which makes it easier than ever to get a clean setup with perfect intonation. Tim Shaw V-Mod II Double Tap humbuckers provide the fat sound you would expect from a Tele Deluxe, but they pull the wool off the top end, yielding a stunning hi-fi tone. The American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe also sports a satisfying Deep-C profile neck with Fender’s new “Super-Natural” satin finish. Guitarists at Sweetwater agree this may be the most comfortable Fender neck yet! Classic and contemporary, the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe is a world-class axe primed to dominate the studio and the stage.

The new standard for professional instruments

After the wild success of the original American Professional Stratocaster, Fender's team of designers dedicated themselves to improving on the design. The resulting instrument, the American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe, features several improvements and upgrades that push the classic design to new heights. V-Mod II Double Tap humbuckers give you signature ‘bucker heft with a tasty top-end sparkle. The upgraded “cut” 3-saddle top-load/string-through bridge has a classic look with enhanced flexibility for setting individual string tension to achieve perfect intonation. Factor in the all-new "Super-Natural" neck finish, and the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe sets the tone for what a professional-level instrument should look, sound, and feel like.

Upgraded pickups promote clarity

For the American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe, Fender's pickup guru, Tim Shaw, created a new breed of V-Mod humbucking pickups. Fittingly dubbed the V-Mod II Double Tap pickups, they deliver a hearty humbucking punch with enhanced clarity and articulation. The newest version of the American Professional also has an upgraded bridge pickup in the form of a Double Tap humbucker. Running it wide open yields a punchy tone with plenty of character. With the Push-Push tone knob, you can get realistic single-coil sounds. Whether you're keeping it clean or getting gritty, the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe will sound right at home.

Custom Shop-influenced neck

The Deep-C neck profile that you'll find on the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe solidbody electric guitar is a slight upgrade from the Fender American neck players have been in love with for years. By adding a touch more roundness to the back contour, the Deep-C carve fills your hand perfectly while never inhibiting your technique. For added playing comfort, the back of the neck is finished in Fender's "Super-Natural" satin finish, which feels fast and inviting. Your fingers will immediately notice how much control they have on the fretboard's Narrow Tall frets. For good reason, this fret wire is the most requested size at the Fender Custom Shop.

Fender American Professional II Telecaster Deluxe Electric Guitar Features:

  • Updated and upgraded Telecaster Deluxe for the performing musician
  • V-Mod II Double Tap humbuckers pump out punchy tones
  • Push-Push tone knob yields a convincing single-coil effect
  • 3-saddle top-load/string-through bridge has a classic look with enhanced flexibility
  • Satin-finished maple neck feels fast and responsive
  • Deep-C neck profile sits securely in your hand
  • Contoured neck heel enhances comfort when playing in the upper register
  • Narrow Tall frets play effortlessly

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape American Professional II Telecaster
  • Body Material Alder
  • Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color Dark Night
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Maple
  • Neck Shape Deep C
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay White Dots
  • Number of Frets 22, Narrow Tall
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.685"
  • Nut Material Bone
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece 3-Saddle Top-load String-through body with Brass saddles
  • Tuners Fender Standard Die-cast
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Fender V-Mod II Double Tap Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup Fender V-Mod II Double Tap Humbucker
  • Controls 2 x volume, 2 x tone (push/push Double-tap)
  • Switching 3-way toggle pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Fender USA 250L, .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0113960761

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Rated 5/5

Amazing instrument

From the very first unplugged chord I played on my new Telecaster, I knew this was a special guitar. It just sounds and feels amazing. I had it setup with Elixir 10-46 strings with low action and it is an absolute dream to play. I paired this with the Fender GTX50 amp and added the GTX-7 looping/effects footswitch and Xvive wireless transmitter/receiver. Special thanks to my sales engineer Bryan Leo who responded eagerly and enthusiastically to all of my phone calls, emails and texts and who answered all of my dumb questions with well thought out advice.
Music background: Intermediate level bass and guitar
Rated 4/5

A Bad Review For Guitar Center Great review for Fender Tele.

I purchased this guitar online through Guitar Center.
Firstly it arrived without a the case, paper work , etc...they said they'd have it sent to me...never arrived.
They had to reship that to me...I didn't get it at first but after trying to then re-purchase the guitar here at Sweetwater (my musician buddies told me to check it out ) and there were none to be had, I realized they sent me the last in production atm and a floor model.
It had a few issues, I returned it.
I am now bringing all my business here to Sweetwater.
I am not paid by nor do I represent Sweetwater in any way just don't care for the way Guitar Center does business...that was the second 'high end' guitar I had to return in a week. The first was a Takamine but that's another story.
I am looking forward to purchasing this guitar again in the future as it is a fantastic sounding instrument. The neck is a bit slim for my tastes but it's not a deal breaker I just had to adjust and it was worth it.
It doesn't quite hit that Tele sweet spot twang but it comes real close and the other tones it delivers are superb. I would change the 3 saddle system but again...just my preference and it will not deter me from repurchasing this beauty.
The only issue I now face is Dark Knight again or Grey?
I'm OK with that issue.
Music background: Street Busker > Semi - Pro
Rated 5/5

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Lo que cuesta los vale cada centavo . Llego muy bien calibrada y en perfecto estado . Contento con la compra no me arrepiento
Rated 5/5

What a Great Tele!

This is a great guitar! The push/push tone knobs change the sound to where the humbuckers sounds like powerful single coils. The best of both worlds. Thanks to my rep Alden Debee for getting me one of these guitars when they came back in stock. I'm loving it!
Music background: Experienced
Rated 1/5

DONT BUY THIS GUITAR

I bought a dark night about 3 weeks ago. The first one came with problems with the pickup selector and some scratches. I called Sweetwater support and they sent me a brand new one, which came with a problem with the pickup selector and the bridge pickup. After being very disappointed with both guitars I bought a Fender American Ultra, which came with a problem with the bridge pickup and S1 switch. Don't buy these fender unless you are willing to not have a fully USABLE guitar for many days.

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