The Fender American Professional Classic Telecaster SSS MN in 3-Color Sunburst merges iconic vintage character with modern versatility, delivering a rich, resonant tone and effortless playability. Its balanced sound, smooth feel, and dynamic range make it a standout choice for players seeking studio-ready precision and stage-ready confidence, combining classic Tele twang with contemporary performance in a single, inspiring instrument.
Features
- Coastline '63 Tele neck and RWRP '57 Strat middle pickups provide versatile, iconic sounds.
- Five-way blade switch allows quick access to a wide range of tones.
- Greasebucket tone circuit rolls off highs without muddying lows.
- Modern "C" maple neck with 9.5" radius fingerboard ensures fast, comfortable playability.
- 22 medium jumbo frets provide smooth bends and reliable intonation.
- Vintage-style 3-saddle Tele bridge with slotted brass barrels delivers classic twang and sustain.
- Alder body with gloss urethane finish enhances resonance and responsiveness.
Specifications
General
Series: American Professional Classic
Color: 3-Color Sunburst
Orientation: Right-Hand
Body
Body Shape: Telecaster
Body Material: Alder
Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
Body Style: Solid Body
Neck
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Shape: Modern "C"
Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
Fingerboard Material: Maple
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
Position Inlays: White Dot
Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
Truss Rod: Standard
Truss Rod Nut: 1/8" American Series
Scale Length: 25.5" (64.77 cm)
Electronics
Pickup Configuration: SSS
Neck Pickup: Coastline '63 Single-Coil Telecaster
Middle Pickup: Coastline '57 Single-Coil Stratocaster RWRP
Bridge Pickup: Coastline '63 Single-Coil Telecaster
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone (Greasebucket Tone System)
Switching: 5-Position Blade — Position 1 Bridge, Position 2 Bridge + Middle, Position 3 Middle, Position 4 Middle + Neck, Position 5 Neck
Hardware
Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Tele Strings-Through-Body with Slotted Brass Barrel Saddles
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
Switch Tip: Barrel Style
Tuning Machines: Fender ClassicGear Staggered
String Trees: Dual-Wing
Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042), PN 0730250403
Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/White/Black
Pickup Covers: Neck: Chrome; Bridge: None