Fender Telecaster 1977 Custom American Vintage II MN Wine
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An Iconic "Custom" from the CBS Era
The Telecaster Custom was one of the first Fenders to adopt a humbucking pickup. Three-position switch on the upper bout, four potentiometers mounted on an elongated pickguard: the American Vintage II 1977 Telecaster Custom reproduces these aesthetic and functional codes to recapture the feel, playability, and look of the original from the late 1970s.
For Which Musicians and Styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert guitarists, it is also suitable for motivated beginners seeking a versatile Tele. Its voice easily covers classic rock, funk, country, indie, pop, and blues. The vintage 7.25" radius offers natural comfort when fretting, while the vintage tall frets facilitate bends and vibrato control.
Sound
The Wide Range CuNiFe humbucker at the neck delivers a broad, airy, and articulate range, with deep lows and silky highs typical of this magnet recipe. The '77 single-coil at the bridge provides the attack, twang, and presence that define the Tele signature. The middle position balances brightness and warmth for dynamic rhythms. The alder body ensures a balanced midrange response, the maple neck adds precision, and the 6-saddle bridge optimizes sustain and tuning stability. Vintage electronics (3-position selector and independent volume/tone controls) allow fine adjustments both live and in the studio.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
- Nickel-plated steel string set 10-46, identical to the original setup (Fender USA 250R 10-46).
- 6.35 mm instrument jack cable (straight or angled).
- Guitar strap with standard holes (vintage Fender buttons).
Technical specifications
| Category | TL | Fingerboard | Maple |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | ||
| Shape | Telecaster | Pickguard | 3-ply black/white/black |
| Wood | Alder | Tuners | Fender "F" stamped Pure Vintage |
| Finish | Gloss polyurethane | Hardware finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Colors | Olympic White, 3-Color Sunburst, Wine Red | Control knobs | Black skirted plastic, numbered |
| Headstock | 1970s style (large model) | Strap buttons | Standard |
| Neck | Hard rock maple, 1977 "C" profile | Strings installed | Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel .010-.046 (PN 0730250406) |
| Construction | 3-bolt plate with Micro-Tilt adjustment | Pickup type | Pure Vintage |
| Neck finish | Gloss polyurethane | Configuration | HS |
| Inlays | Black dots | Neck pickup | Authentic CuNiFe Wide-Range Humbucking |
| Truss rod | "Bullet" style (nut at headstock) | Bridge pickup | Pure Vintage '77 Single-Coil Tele |
| Nut | Bone | Controls | Neck volume, Bridge volume, Neck tone, Bridge tone |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Selector switch | 3 positions (1. bridge, 2. bridge + neck, 3. neck) |
| Frets | Vintage tall | Series | American Vintage II |
| Bridge | Tele Pure Vintage 6-saddle steel split-bridge | Orientation | Right-handed |
| Bridge/bridge cover | Chrome-plated protection included | Case | Vintage black hard case (orange interior) included |
Questions frequently asked
What tones do the pickups of this Telecaster Custom offer?
The Wide-Range CuNiFe neck pickup delivers deep lows and smooth highs. The Pure Vintage '77 single coil at the bridge provides the typical Telecaster attack and twang.
Does the Fender Telecaster 1977 Custom American Vintage II allow individual pickup control?
The HS configuration pairs a humbucker at the neck and a single coil at the bridge. Four potentiometers allow adjustment of volume and tone for each pickup. The 3-position selector switches between bridge, both pickups, or neck.
What is the comfort level of the neck and fingerboard?
The maple neck with a 1977 C-shaped profile features a 648 mm scale length, a 7.25-inch radius, and vintage tall frets.
Is a case included with this guitar?
A black vintage-style hard case with an orange interior is included. A chrome bridge cover is also provided.
What bridge does this Telecaster Custom have?
The Tele Pure Vintage bridge includes 6 steel saddles with split slots for precise intonation adjustment. The factory strings are Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel, gauge .010-.046.
