Embodying the essence of the classic Nashville Sound, the Fender Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster faithfully captures the style, playability, and tone of the era with supreme assurance. Carved from a solid slab of alder, this Tele typifies the model’s reputation as a tried-and-tested workhorse. You’ll find the period-correct playability of this Tele’s authentic Mid ’60s C-shaped neck eminently gratifying, and its old-school 7.25-inch-radius fingerboard, crowned with vintage-tall frets, is just as satisfying. Tone-wise, this solidbody electric guitar is on par with real-world vintage specimens, by virtue of its custom-spec’d vintage-style single-coil Tele pickups, which are brimming with the tone-packed punch and crystal-clear articulation you’d expect from a mid-1960s Telecaster. You also get a premium assortment of period-accurate hardware, comprising Fender’s twang-marinated 3-saddle bridge and matching vintage-style tuning machines. A 3-ply parchment pickguard, a top-hat-style switch tip, knurled flat-top control knobs, and an era-correct headstock logo round out this superb retro-style Telecaster. With the Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster, authentic vintage character and legendary tone converge to deliver a true taste of Fender history.

Fender Vintera III Mid '60s Telecaster at a Glance:

• Alder or Ash Body
• Maple neck with 7.25" Radius Round-Laminated Rosewood or Maple Fingerboard and Vintage Tall Frets
• Mid '60s "C"-Shaped Neck
• Vintage-Style Mid '60s Pickups
• Vintage-Style 3-Saddle Bridge with Threaded Steel Saddles
• Vintage-Style Tuning Machines
• Era-Correct Details

Vintera III: own a piece of Fullerton history

The Vintera III lineup takes you back to Fender’s formative age of guitar innovation, reviving the brand’s most beloved instruments with component-level vintage accuracy. These historic guitars and basses spotlight pivotal eras of Fender production, from the gold-tinged Strats of the late 1950s to the block-bound Jazz Basses of the early 1970s. Each model is crafted with era-accurate pickups, a vintage-spec neck, and traditional Fender hardware — in essence, these are Leo Fender and company’s groundbreaking creations realized exactly as they were first envisioned decades ago. Rest assured that when you pick up a Vintera III instrument, you’re playing the guitars and basses that shaped music history.

Mid-’60s playing comfort, refined to perfection

During the mid-1960s, Fender remained true to the classic Tele formula: a heavyweight ash or alder body joined to a hand-filling maple neck and bolstered by what’s arguably the era’s most bulletproof hardware. The Fender Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster reflects these design elements, showcasing a body carved from a premium chunk of solid alder. Moreover, this Tele boasts an eminently comfortable Mid ’60s C-shaped neck, which starts off slim at the nut and thickens moderately as you approach the 12th fret. You also get a vintage-style 7.25-inch-radius fingerboard, crowned with vintage-tall frets that allow for enthusiastic string bending without fretting out. Lastly, the Vintera III Mid ’60s Tele features a vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with threaded steel saddles — a significant contributor to the fabled Tele twang — and matching tuning machines, offering authentic aesthetics and superior tuning precision.

Vintage twang starts here

Music Experience’s guitar aficionados consider mid-’60s Teles to be among the most sought-after models in Fender history, thanks at least in part to their captivating alnico-fueled sound. Equipped with vintage-style Mid ’60s single-coil Tele pickups, the Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster re-creates these iconic tones with flawless precision. No matter what you plug it into, this stellar solidbody electric guitar sings, snaps, squeals, and sparkles, delivering crystal-clear chime and a raw, steely twang that screams. Tying it all together are Master Volume and Master Tone knobs, along with traditional 3-way switching, providing you with a universe of potential tones to explore.

What Fender Says...

The Fender® Vintera III series delivers meticulously crafted vintage recreations that capture the authentic look, feel, and tone of iconic Fender guitars from the '50s, '60s, and '70s. The Vintera® III Mid '60s Telecaster® features your choice of alder or ash body paired with a maple neck and maple or rosewood fingerboard, delivering that unmistakable Fender sound brimming with punch and crystal-clear articulation. Choose between a classic maple cap fingerboard or rich rosewood fingerboard to match your playing style and aesthetic preference. The authentic mid '60s “C”-shaped neck profile offers an instantly familiar playing experience, while the 7.25" radius fingerboard with vintage-tall frets ensures supreme comfort and outstanding feel. At its heart, two meticulously crafted vintage-style mid '60s spec'd pickups capture the bright, cutting tones that established Fender's reputation during this pivotal era. The vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with threaded steel saddles offers authentic '60s twang, while period-correct vintage-style tuning machines deliver authentic looks with superior tuning precision. Embrace the authentic vintage spirit and legendary sound of Vintera® III – where every detail tells the story.

Alder or Ash Body

Classic Fender tonewoods known for exceptional resonance and clarity, alder delivers balanced tone with beefy mids and robust low-end, while ash provides enhanced punch and brightness with prominent grain patterns, offering versatile tonal options for diverse musical styles.

Maple Neck with 7.25" Radius Round-Laminated Rosewood Or Maple Fingerboard and Vintage Tall Frets

The 7.25” radius fingerboard provides vintage comfort and feel, while vintage-tall frets provide slightly more height than vintage for big bends and wide vibrato.

Mid ‘60s “C”-Shaped Neck

This classic '60s shape is comfortably rounded and starts off slim at the nut, thickening moderately toward the 12th fret.

Vintage-Style Mid '60s Pickups

There’s really nothing like the timeless singing, snapping, screaming and sparkling sound of Fender single-coil pickups. These mid ‘60s spec pickups are full of the crystal-clear chime and raw, steely twang that made Fender instruments famous.

Vintage-Style 3-Saddle Bridge with Threaded Steel Saddles

Featuring a classic 3-saddle bridge with rock-solid string-through-body design and three threaded steel saddles for authentic ‘60s Tele® twang.

Vintage-Style Tuning Machines

These tuning machines offer the look and feel of vintage machines with a finer gear ratio and enhanced tuning stability.