Fender Telecaster American Professional, RW 3-Color Sunburst

A Modern Evolution of an Electric Guitar Classic

The Fender American Professional Telecaster represents more than seventy years of Telecaster evolution, making it one of the most iconic electric guitar models. It retains the fundamentals behind its success: an alder body, a bolt-on maple neck, two single-coil pickups and a direct attack that is instantly recognizable.

This version nevertheless incorporates improvements designed for today's musicians. The "Deep C" neck, redesigned heel, ClassicGear Precision controls and hybrid top-load or string-through bridge modernize the playing experience without erasing the Telecaster's direct, lively sonic identity.

A Telecaster Designed for the Stage, Studio and Demanding Guitarists

This electric guitar is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists looking for a reliable, comfortable instrument with enough versatility to support a complete musical project. Its Telecaster format, smooth neck and 22 narrow tall frets make it equally well suited to precise rhythm playing, expressive bends and lead parts in the upper register.

It excels in country, rock, blues, pop, funk, indie and alternative music. The bridge pickup delivers the bite needed for incisive riffs and snappy rhythm parts, while the neck pickup offers a rounder voice for melodic lines, arpeggios and smoother tones. The middle position is perfectly suited to defined, balanced accompaniment.

Telecaster Twang, with Greater Nuance and Control

The alder body gives this Fender American Professional Telecaster a balanced sonic foundation, with present mids, tight lows and lively highs. Combined with the maple neck and rosewood key, it promotes a fast response under the fingers while adding a touch of softness to the upper spectrum.

The two V-Mod III Single-Coil Telecaster pickups deliver the model's characteristic twang, snap and attack, with articulation that is particularly useful in a dense mix. The bridge pickup is sharp, lively and percussive, while the neck pickup produces a fuller, warmer tone. The three-way switch lets you instantly move from one character to the other or combine them for a clear, balanced and highly defined sound.

The push-push tone control activates a series wiring configuration for both pickups. This setup produces a higher output level, enhanced mids and a thicker texture, making it ideal for adding power to an overdrive or covering more muscular rock tones. The ClassicGear Precision controls provide a smooth, musical sweep, useful for finely adjusting the volume or taming the highs.

The bridge, featuring three compensated brass saddles, contributes to the instrument's sustain, brightness and lively character. Its design allows for conventional string-through-body mounting or direct top-loading from the rear of the bridge, giving players two options for adapting the feel of the tension and the response of each string to their preferences.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The guitar comes with its Deluxe Molded hard case, offering convenient transport and protection. To preserve the original setup, a set of nickel-plated steel electric guitar strings in .009-.042 gauge is recommended. This gauge helps maintain a comfortable playing feel, easy bends and the overall balance intended for this Telecaster.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Body	Alder
Category	TL	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Gradient
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	22	Hardware	Chromed

Type	solid-body electric guitar	Neck heel	sculpted for easier access to the upper frets
Format	Telecaster	Bridge	three-saddle Telecaster, top-load or string-through-body
Body finishing	polyurethane	Saddles	ClassicGear compensated Bullet brass
Pickguard	4-ply tortoise	Tuners	Fender Standard die-cast, sealed and staggered
Orientation	right-handed	Hardware finishing	nickel/chrome
Neck	maple	Control knobs	knurled dome
Neck profile	" Deep C "	Factory-installed string set	Fender USA 250L nickel-plated steel, .009-.042 gauge
Neck finishing	" Super-Natural " satin urethane on the back of the neck, gloss-finished headstock face	Pickup configuration	SS
Key	rosewood	Neck pickup	V-Mod III Single-Coil Telecaster
Key radius	9.5 inches / 241 mm	Bridge pickup	V-Mod III Single-Coil Telecaster
Key markers	white dots	Controls	master volume, master tone
Side markers	white dots	Selector	3-position blade
Number of frets	22	Position 1	bridge pickup
Fret type	narrow tall	Position 2	bridge and neck pickups
Scale length	25.5 inches / 648 mm	Position 3	neck pickup
Nut width	1.685 inches / 42.8 mm	Auxiliary function	push-push tone control activating series mode
Headstock nut	bone	Potentiometers	ClassicGear Precision
Key edges	rolled