Every detail has been chosen to recreate the playing experience of a late '50s Telecaster. The 7.25 inch radius maple fingerboard with vintage-tall frets feels instantly familiar under the fingers, while the 3-saddle vintage-style bridge and period-correct hardware keep the vibe authentic. If you want a Tele that looks like it has stepped out of a late '50s catalogue but performs day in, day out on modern stages and in the studio, the Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster is a superb choice.

Authentic Late '50s Tele Feel

The late '50s V-shaped neck profile fills the hand in a reassuring, vintage way that encourages relaxed chord work and confident lead playing. Combined with the gloss urethane finish and 7.25 inch radius maple fingerboard, you get a smooth, slinky feel that is perfect for everything from thumb-over blues bends to intricate country licks.

Classic Tele Twang and Clarity

Two vintage-style late '50s single-coil Tele pickups are voiced to capture the bright, articulate sound that made the original Telecaster a studio and stage staple. Expect tight low end, a punchy midrange and a crisp top that cuts through a mix, with all three switch positions delivering distinct, usable tones for rhythm and lead work.

Vintage Hardware and Looks

A 3-saddle vintage-style Tele bridge with barrel steel saddles anchors the strings and delivers that unmistakable Tele snap and sustain. Paired with Fender vintage-style tuners, a single-ply white pickguard and classic Tele headstock, the Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster nails the period-correct aesthetic from every angle.

Reliable, Gig-Ready Construction

The solid alder body and 4-bolt neck construction provide a stable, resonant platform that is ready for regular rehearsals, gigs and recording sessions. Modern build consistency and quality control mean you get the charm of a late '50s Telecaster with the reliability of a contemporary Fender instrument.

FEATURES

• Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Pickups - A matched pair of late '50s spec Tele single-coils deliver bright, cutting tones with plenty of bite and definition, ideal for classic country twang, chiming clean chords and gritty overdriven leads.
• Late '50s V-Shaped Maple Neck - The 1-piece maple neck with a late '50s V profile offers a comfortable, substantial feel that supports expressive bending and solid rhythm work, giving you a playing experience that feels authentically vintage.
• 7.25 Inch Radius with Vintage-Tall Frets - The traditional 7.25 inch fingerboard radius keeps chords feeling natural across the neck, while vintage-tall frets add a touch of extra height for easier bending and clear note definition without losing that old-school vibe.
• 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Tele Bridge - The classic 3-saddle bridge with barrel steel saddles enhances sustain and resonance while providing the snappy attack and twang that define the Telecaster sound, all in a period-correct, visually authentic design.

SPECIFICATIONS

General

• Series: Vintera III
• Orientation: Right-Hand
• Colour: Dakota Red
• Country of Origin: Mexico

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Shape: Telecaster
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck

• Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
• Neck Shape: Late '50s V
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Scale Length: 25.5 inch (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25 inch (184.1 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Position Inlays: Black Dot
• Side Dots: Black
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• String Nut: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650 inch (42 mm)
• Headstock: Telecaster

Hardware

• Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele with Barrel Steel Saddles
• Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style
• Pickguard: 1-Ply White
• Pickup Covers: Neck: Chrome; Bridge: Black
• Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
• Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
• String Trees: Butterfly
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
• Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

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