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The Fender American Professional II Telecaster maple fingerboard electric guitar represents the latest chapter in Fender's storied Telecaster lineage, blending classic design with modern refinements for today's players. Built with a lightweight alder body, this instrument delivers a resonant tonal foundation with balanced highs, tight lows, and articulate mids. The satin-finished Deep C maple neck ensures effortless playability, while the sculpted neck heel allows seamless upper-fret access. Equipped with V-Mod II single-coil pickups, the Telecaster produces the signature twang and snap players love, enriched with enhanced clarity and warmth. A top-load/string-through bridge with compensated brass saddles offers precise intonation and versatile setup options. Whether you're chasing sharp, defined tones or experimenting with dynamic textures, this guitar offers the tools to shape your sound with confidence.

Lightweight Fender Alder Body for Resonant Tone

The Fender American Professional II Telecaster features a lightweight alder body, chosen for its balanced tonal properties and exceptional resonance. Alder delivers a punchy, well-rounded sound with tight bass response and clear highs, making it a favorite among Fender players since the 1950s. The gloss urethane finish adds durability while showcasing the wood's natural grain. Its contoured design ensures comfort during long sessions, while maintaining the classic Telecaster profile players recognize and love. Paired with the sculpted neck heel, this body design offers improved playability without sacrificing its iconic aesthetic. The result is an instrument that feels as good as it sounds, whether you're recording or performing live.

Fast-Playing Maple Strat Neck With Deep C Profile

This guitar's maple neck is designed for smooth, fast playing across genres. The Deep C neck profile provides a substantial yet comfortable grip, ideal for both rhythm and lead styles. Fender's satin urethane finish eliminates the sticky feel of gloss finishes, creating a sleek playing experience that feels broken in from the first note. Narrow-tall frets on the 9.5" radius fingerboard facilitate precise bends and effortless vibrato, while rolled fingerboard edges enhance overall comfort. The sculpted neck heel ensures unimpeded access to the higher frets, making it easy to navigate complex solos or melodic lines. Built for performance and ergonomics, this neck delivers confidence and fluidity to any player.

Fender V-Mod II Pickups for Enhanced Articulation

The American Professional II Telecaster is equipped with Fender's V-Mod II single-coil pickups, delivering the crisp twang and bite that define the Tele sound. These pickups have been revoiced for even greater clarity, offering tighter bass response, smoother highs, and richer mids. Single notes are full and round, while chords remain punchy and defined, making this guitar ideal for intricate harmonic work. The pickups' articulate response ensures harmonics sing with ease, while maintaining the snap and snarl players expect from a Telecaster. Combined with the 3-way pickup selector, this setup provides a tonal range that's perfect for exploring dynamic textures and nuanced musical ideas.

Top-Load/String-Through Bridge for Precision Intonation

The redesigned bridge on this model incorporates a top-load/string-through design with compensated brass saddles, offering exceptional tuning stability and intonation. The top-load option reduces string tension for a softer feel, while the string-through-body setup enhances sustain for a more resonant sound. Each saddle is precisely compensated to ensure accurate pitch across the fretboard, making it easy to tailor your setup to your preferred playing style. Retaining the classic brass saddle tone that Telecasters are known for, this bridge system adds modern versatility without compromising tradition. Whether you're bending notes or playing heavy rhythms, this bridge delivers reliability with tonal depth.

A Modern Take on a Timeless Classic

The Fender American Professional II Telecaster maple fingerboard electric guitar brings a refined playing experience to musicians who demand precision, comfort, and clarity. Its lightweight alder body, fast-playing neck, and articulate pickups make it a versatile tool for studio work or live performances. With its thoughtful updates and iconic design, this Telecaster offers the tonal richness and reliability players have come to expect from Fender.

Open Box Fender American Professional II Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Level 2 Butterscotch Blonde 197881297893
Open Box Fender American Professional II Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Level 2 Butterscotch Blonde 197881297893
Open Box Fender American Professional II Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Level 2 Butterscotch Blonde 197881297893

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  • Lightweight alder body delivers classic tone and superior resonance
  • Satin-finished maple neck ensures smooth fast-playing performance
  • Deep C neck profile provides comfort for all playing styles
  • Narrow-tall frets enable precise bends and effortless fretting
  • Sculpted neck heel allows easy access to upper frets
  • V-Mod II pickups offer tight bass and rich tonal clarity
  • Top-load string-through bridge enhances intonation and tuning stability
  • Compensated bullet saddles retain classic brass saddle tonal character
  • Rolled fingerboard edges deliver exceptional comfort during extended sessions
  • Versatile design ideal for clean tones and overdriven textures alike

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Body
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss urethane
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Sculpted neck heel: Enhanced upper-fret access
Neck
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Neck profile: Deep C-shaped
  • Fingerboard material: Maple
  • Fingerboard radius: 9.5"
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Frets: Narrow-tall
  • Neck finish: Super-Natural satin
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Top-load/string-through
  • Saddle design: Compensated bullet
  • Tuning machines: Fender standard cast sealed and staggered
  • Nut material: Bone
Electronics
  • Pickups: V-Mod II single-coil Telecaster
  • Pickup configuration: SS
  • Controls: Master volume and master tone
  • Switching: 3-way pickup selector
Other
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Case: Deluxe molded case included
  • Strings: Fender USA 10-46 nickel-plated steel

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  1. Practicing11
  2. Jamming10
  3. Recording8
  4. Rock Concerts8
  5. Small Venues7
Cons
  1. Flat Sound1
  2. No cons to this beauty!1
  3. Poor Pick Up1
  4. None1
  5. NO CONS1
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  1. Experienced14
  2. Professional Musician2
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  2. Good Feel15
  3. Good Tone14
  4. Good Pick Up13
  5. Solid Electronics13
  • Great Tele Sound and Super Playability

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byDavid

    fromBeverly, MA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've been a Strat guy forever but just had to add that great Telecaster sound to my guitar collection. This beautiful Butterscotch Blonde American Professional II Tele plays great and sounds better!

  • The neck feels fast. It's a very nice guitar

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byShane

    fromMemphis TN

    So I've been looking at telecasters for a while now.And I decided to lay my money down on a Maui.Blew with a Maple neck, American professional 2.Telecaster. I didn't take this purchase lightly as this is an expensive guitar. So let me talk about the pros of this guitar. 1) it's not reliced I would have seriously lost many years ago if I had bet on whether or not someone will buy a banged up new guitar. But fender sells a lot of them so what do I know, other that I ain't buying one. Anyway this one ain't relic-ed it looks new fresh clean well made ready you you to but your own relic m marks on it. The real ones where you say darrn-it every time you ad a new one. I want a replica of Bard Paisleys Tele when it was new, not after he beat the crop or of it. 2) it feels good very good neck shape just feels good in your hand, fender really nailed it for this neck. 3) good sound. The salesman recommended upgrading, but they sound great to me. 4) it's made in the USA, yea that still matters, Thank you to team fender in Corona California.

  • The best guitar I've ever played

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    byJayce

    fromPittsburgh, PA

    I've been playing guitar for over 10 years, I've played hundreds of guitars and basses I'm in 3 bands and play a lot, the playability, the sound and function of this guitar is simply unmatched. There is a reason fender is at the top of the guitar chain even after all these years. You need this guitar

  • Amazing neck, pickups not for me

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byKenny

    fromLittle Rock, AR

    This guitar feels great, fit and finish are excellent, very playable. The deep C neck is noticeably different than a modern C (I have a couple) and to my hand is even better. If you are coming from a player or standard, another difference you may notice are the frets. Narrow tall on this one, medium jumbo on the player/standard. Medium jumbo are a bit smoother when sliding but narrow tall for me are like a landmark. I know how far I'm going, if not instinctively, then by feel. The setup off the wall was good. I only tweaked the truss rod a bit, as I do with every guitar, no other adjustments. The pickups to my ear are a bit sterile and will be changed. The bridge does have a proper tele spank in the highs but the mids are underwhelming across the board. And the push-push to have the pickups in series saps the treble considerably. I considered returning/exchanging at length but everything else about the guitar, especially the neck, is just that good. I'll change pickups and call it a day. Also note this butterscotch version has a pine body and is especially lightweight.

  • Awesome Tele for the buck

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJoe

    fromNew York

    Had this tele for about 2 months now the playability and sound is second to none . The neck is just awesome the feel and movement , the new improved PUPs are totaly awesome sounding Tone so authentic Fender . I also like the Push Push knob for that Humbucker sound! Get This Now!

  • Inspiring to play

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byVictor

    fromAtlanta Metro

    I've had one for about 1.5 years. It's a very raw guitar that inspires me when I play. The tone is fantastic and the neck plays great. I replaced the tortoiseshell with a black pickguard which I think looks better. I also added Fender locking tuners for easier string installation. One thing to note is that it has rolled edges on the neck which can be quite slippy for the two E strings, especially the top one. I've had to adjust my playing to account for this. I can't speak enough about the tone. The guitar sounds amazing. One of my favorite guitars.

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  • asked byaidan

    fromNew york

    Is the fretboard curved or would u suggest a smaller radius than 9.5

    Is the fretboard curved or would u suggest a smaller radius than 9.5

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it's flat. I can only suggest you play one.
  • asked byTed

    fromColumbus

    What is the weight of the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst?
Also, is it available with the "B" bender?

    What is the weight of the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst? Also, is it available with the "B" bender?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. This will be approximately 9.0 lbs.........No
  • asked byPat

    fromQuinton, VA

    Is this guitar in the Richmond Broad Street store

    Is this guitar in the Richmond Broad Street store

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, but no.
  • asked byKeno

    fromTulsa

    What is the difference between standard and deluxe?

    What is the difference between standard and deluxe?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    They appear to be very similar, please give us a call to better help you out 855-770-3373
  • asked byNick

    fromSan Diego CA

    What is the main difference between the maple and the rosewood fingerboard?  is one more durable over time?

    What is the main difference between the maple and the rosewood fingerboard? is one more durable over time?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Durability is not a concern. You won't wear out a fretboard. The difference is sound and feel.
  • asked byBrad

    fromundisclosed

    Is the fretboard finished

    Is the fretboard finished

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes
  • asked byHerbie

    fromkansas city . Kansas

    does this come with a hard shell case

    does this come with a hard shell case

    Open Reply - Thomas
    "Case: Deluxe molded case included."
  • asked byJeremy

    fromundisclosed

    What are the main differences between this model and the 70th Anniversary Broadcaster? Wondering also how each of their electronics are wired differently and what the neck profile differences are on both?

    What are the main differences between this model and the 70th Anniversary Broadcaster? Wondering also how each of their electronics are wired differently and what the neck profile differences are on both?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403
  • asked bySissi

    fromEdison, NJ

    Hi, is this one made from U.S.A? Thanks!

    Hi, is this one made from U.S.A? Thanks!

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Number of strings: 6 String Case: Deluxe molded case included. Orientation: Right Handed Country of origin: United States
  • asked byRob

    frommichigan

    what is the Nut size?
what is the fret size compared to medium jumbo.

    what is the Nut size? what is the fret size compared to medium jumbo.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    the nut width is 1.685" (42.8 mm), and the frets are narrow tall so they aren't as thick as medium jumbo but they are roughly as high.
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