Fender Telecaster American Vintage II MN Black
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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 | Color | Black |
| 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 sounds does the Fender Telecaster American Vintage II 1977 Telecaster Custom offer?
The Wide-Range CuNiFe humbucker in the neck position produces deep lows and silky highs, while the Pure Vintage ’77 single coil at the bridge delivers twang and attack. The middle position combines both pickups for rhythms blending brightness and warmth. Volume and tone controls are independent for each pickup.
Is this Telecaster suitable for rock and country?
This HS configuration covers classic rock, funk, country, indie, pop, and blues styles. The single-coil bridge pickup contributes to the characteristic Tele presence.
What is the playing comfort of the 1977 neck?
The hard rock maple neck features a 1977 C profile, a 648 mm scale length, and a maple fingerboard with a vintage 7.25-inch radius. Tall vintage frets aid in bend and vibrato control. The Micro-Tilt adjustment is integrated into the three-bolt neck plate.
What bridge equips this Telecaster Custom?
A Tele Pure Vintage bridge with six steel split saddles is mounted on this model to optimize intonation and sustain. A chrome bridge cover is included.
What accessories are provided and which strings should be used?
The instrument comes with a black vintage-style hard case with an orange interior. The original setup uses Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel strings in .010-.046 gauge; a 10-46 set is therefore the recommended replacement.
