Fender Telecaster 1963 American Vintage II RW Crimson Red Transparent
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A 1963 Classic at the Heart of the American Vintage II Range
Designed to recreate the feel and look of period instruments, the American Vintage II 1963 Telecaster draws inspiration from the Telecasters produced that year: rosewood fingerboard with "clay dot" inlays, nitro finish, and faithful hardware. This reissue highlights the rare and sought-after mahogany body version while respecting the sonic and aesthetic codes of historic Teles.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a Tele with vintage behavior. Perfect for country, rock, soul, blues, indie, and pop, it offers expressive and responsive playability, equally comfortable with snappy rhythm and singing midrange leads.
Sound
The Pure Vintage '63 single-coil pickups deliver precise highs and punchy mids, with the typical twang that cuts through the mix. The mahogany body adds extra warmth and roundness, while the rosewood fingerboard softens the attack. The 3-saddle grooved threaded steel bridge enhances articulation and "snap." Vintage-style wiring (cloth-covered wire, traditional potentiometers) preserves openness and dynamics. Positions: sharp bridge, scooped and bright middle, smoother neck.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
- Electric string sets 10-46 nickel-plated steel (original setup) to maintain gauge and tension. - Guitar strap with standard strap buttons. - Adjustable capo or one suited for 7.25" radius fingerboards. - High-quality 6.35 mm straight/angled jack cable. The instrument comes in a "brown" hard case with orange interior; add a padded electric guitar gig bag for light travel.
Technical specifications
| Category | TL | Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Red |
| Shape | Telecaster | Bridge/bridge cover | chrome-plated cover included |
| Material | Mahogany | Tuners | Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe" |
| Finish | Glossy nitrocellulose lacquer | Control knobs | flat knurled |
| Pickguard | 3-ply parchment | Hardware finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Profile | 1963 "C" (vintage style) | Pickups | 2 Pure Vintage '63 Tele single-coils (bridge and neck) |
| Radius | 7.25" / 184.1 mm (Vintage type) | Controls | master volume, master tone |
| Frets | 21, Vintage Tall | Selector switch | 3 positions (1: bridge; 2: bridge + neck; 3: neck) |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Wiring | vintage style (cloth-covered cables) |
| Nut width | 1.65" / 42 mm | Series | American Vintage II |
| Inlays | "Clay Dot" (double dot at 12th fret) | Orientation | Right-handed |
| Truss rod | vintage-style heel adjustment | Pickup configuration | 2 single-coils |
| Nut material | Bone | Original strings | Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel .010-.046 |
| Bridge | Pure Vintage Tele, 3 grooved threaded steel saddles | Case | vintage-style brown hard case (orange interior) |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the mahogany body of this Telecaster offer?
The mahogany body provides more warmth and roundness, while the two Pure Vintage '63 single-coil pickups retain the Telecaster's precise treble and twang. The bridge position remains biting, and the neck position delivers a smoother tone.
Is the neck of the Fender Telecaster 1963 American Vintage II comfortable for vintage playing?
Its 1963 "C" profile, 7.25-inch (184.1 mm) fingerboard radius, and 21 Vintage Tall frets match vintage playing specifications. The bone nut measures 42 mm and the scale length is 648 mm.
What styles can be played with this Telecaster?
This guitar suits country, rock, soul, blues, indie, and pop repertoires. The Pure Vintage '63 pickups allow snappy rhythms and mid-focused leads.
Which strings are installed by default?
The original setup uses a Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel set, gauge .010-.046. This 10-46 gauge is recommended to maintain the intended tension on the instrument.
Are case and accessories included with this Telecaster?
A vintage-style brown hard case with an orange interior is provided. The chrome bridge cover is also included. A strap with standard buttons, a 6.35 mm jack cable, and a capo compatible with a 7.25-inch radius can be used.
