Fender Telecaster American Vintage II 1963 RW Vintage Blonde
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A Faithful Tribute to the Year 1963 in the American Vintage II Line
Designed as a meticulous reissue, this Telecaster replicates the key specifications found on 1963 models: "round-laminated" rosewood fingerboard, "clay dot" inlays, "Pure Vintage" hardware, and nitrocellulose finish. It is at the heart of the American Vintage II series, created to deliver the sound and feel of historic Fenders with the reliability of modern American manufacturing.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an "old school" feel and response. Its clear dynamics and controlled brightness excel in country, rock, and blues, as well as pop and soul, where its precise attack cuts through the mix with elegance.
The Sound
The Pure Vintage '63 single-coil pickups deliver an expressive Tele tone: singing highs without harshness, tight mids, and dry lows. The combination of the 3-saddle threaded bridge and traditional plate provides snap and sustain, while the alder body balances brightness with a touch of warmth. The simple and effective electronics (Volume, Tone, 3-position selector) cover snappy bridge sounds, scooped intermediate positions, and a rounded, woody neck pickup. The long scale length favors attack, and the 7.25" radius fingerboard invites nuanced playing and natural vibrato.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To preserve the original spirit and feel under the fingers, choose nickel strings 10-46 (Fender 250R type) and a standard two-strap button strap (compatible with original strap buttons). A quality 6.35 mm jack cable will complete the setup. A vintage-style hard case is included with the instrument.
Technical specifications
| Category | TL | Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Yellow |
| Format / shape | Telecaster, solid body | Bridge cover | included (chrome) |
| Wood | alder | Tuners | Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe" |
| Finish | glossy nitrocellulose lacquer | Hardware plating | nickel/chrome |
| Pickguard | 1-ply white | Knobs | knurled metal "flat-top" |
| Profile | "1963 C" | Neck plate | 4 screws, numbered |
| Radius | 7.25" / 184.1 mm | Pickup configuration | SS |
| Frets | 21, Vintage Tall type | Pickups | Pure Vintage '63 Single-Coil Tele (neck and bridge) |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone |
| Nut | bone, width 1.650" / 42 mm | Selector | 3-position blade (1. bridge, 2. bridge+neck, 3. neck) |
| Inlays | "clay dot" | Series | American Vintage II |
| Neck finish | glossy nitrocellulose lacquer | Country of manufacture | United States |
| Headstock | Telecaster | Orientation | right-handed |
| Truss rod | vintage adjustment at the heel (Butt Adjust) | Case | vintage-style brown hard case (orange interior) included |
| Bridge | Pure Vintage Tele 3-saddle threaded steel | Original string set | Fender USA 250R nickel 10-46 |
| Bridge mounting | 4 vintage-style screws | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sound do the Pure Vintage '63 pickups on this Telecaster offer?
Both Pure Vintage '63 Single-Coil Tele pickups deliver bright trebles, tight mids, and dry lows. The 3-way selector switch provides access to the bridge pickup, a blend of both pickups, and the warmer neck pickup.
Is the neck of the Fender Telecaster American Vintage II 1963 suitable for vintage playing?
The neck features a "1963 C" profile, a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, and a 7.25" (184.1 mm) radius. Its 21 Vintage Tall frets and 648 mm scale length retain historical playing characteristics. The truss rod adjustment is performed at the heel, using the vintage Butt Adjust system.
What bridge is mounted on this 1963 Telecaster?
The Pure Vintage Tele bridge is fixed with 4 screws and uses 3 threaded steel saddles, a configuration associated with precise attack and sustain. A chrome bridge cover is included.
Is this guitar supplied with a case?
A vintage-style brown hard case with an orange interior is provided with the instrument.
Which strings and accessories are compatible?
The original setup uses a Fender USA 250R nickel string set in 10-46 gauge. A standard two-strap-button strap and a 6.35 mm jack cable can be used with this guitar.
